February is one of the best times of the year for those who live on the Westside. It’s the month of hope and awakening. I didn’t always like February. When I lived in the Midwest, it was a cruel month. After the cold and the...
Read MoreThe Los Banos Empty Bowls meal that will take place Feb. 23 in the Ted Falasco Arts Center has a decade-long history connecting art with service to the community. Tickets for the Thursday evening meal ($20 per person), which can...
Read MoreIn a recent column I noted that writers and editors of The Westside Express (and other newspapers) are required to follow the AP Stylebook. Most of that column was focused on small but important details, like the appropriate use...
Read More(Editor’s note: Greg Wellman was named Los Banos’ interim city manager last July, knowing that in five months he would be leaving that position. He recently agreed to be interviewed by The Westside Express as he leaves the city,...
Read MoreThe Christmas season is filled with messages of good cheer. Many people are wrapping and opening presents, many families are gathering, and outdoor lights are brightening many homes. This season is a time of joy and hope. The...
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