Which came first, the gardener or the writer?

When we think of girls track records at San Lorenzo Valley High School, we think of Ale Barrientos, Lindsay Scarborough, and Taylor Johnson. But a few years before the Rob Collins era took hold in Valley, one girl stood apart from the rest: Jennie Warfield of the graduating class of 1996.

Playoffs are nearing in the San Lorenzo Valley IOOF/SLV summer softball league. In the men’s league, the Flingers have proven themselves by starting the season undefeated but have dropped a few games since. Mountain Mechanics and Steelheads are still in a battle for first place in the Co-ed A league. Playoffs are set to begin August 9 and 10. For information: ioofslv.teamopolis.com

Salmon fishing has been getting better for fishermen in this area and in the rest of Northern California.

Local girl wins vaulting championship