Milestones – Keep Theft Legal! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber calls on lawmakers to reconsider the law that makes theft below $950 nothing more than a slap on the wrist.

A simple question: Why do we have laws? The simple answer would be to assure we have an orderly society. It has been estimated that America has over a million laws that in one way or another enforce the Ten Commandments. Given that we elect lawmakers on a regular cycle, this number of laws will … Read more

Milestones – The Bland Jury Report! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber points out that while the election is over, it has done nothing to quell the controversies that still exist on the City Council.

The crazy quilt of pandered politics in Santa Clara is laying on a hotbed of turmoil and continuing contention. “Wait,” you say. The election is over and all the games, accusations, ugly mailers, press releases and the grand jury’s caustic report should be history. But it appears to have a life of its own. All … Read more

Milestones – Football is Over, Politics Continue! – Opinion

With another 49ers' season in the books, it's time to return to watching the "ping-pong" politics at Santa Clara's City Hall.

It’s over for this year. The 49ers went through six quarterbacks on their journey to the big game and it wasn’t enough. The amazing Brock Purdy, originally known as Mr. Irrelevant, turned into Mr. Incredible. However, he was put out of commission on the first drive in the NFC Championship game. That proved to be … Read more

Milestones – Unknown to Well Known – Opinion

The 49ers' win didn't just mean good things for the team, it also meant good things for Santa Clara, which received national recognition.

If Santa Clara ever thought of spending a few dollars to market the location of the City, Sunday’s football game did it. According to press reports about 45.7 MILLION people watched the Dallas Cowboys fall to the SF 49ers. And this wasn’t just a passing mention of Santa Clara. This was full-blown, with multiple displays … Read more

Milestones – Hopes are High! – Opinion

Like many 49ers fans, Publisher Miles Barber is excited to watch the 49ers continue the postseason push and excited to see what it means for Santa Clara.

Santa Clara is vibrating with excitement as 75,000 dedicated fans will witness in person the matchup Sunday between the SF 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. and if you missed out on getting your in-person ticket you can catch the game on FOX. The 49ers are given a 4-point advantage … Read more

Milestones – Forget the Politics – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber says since Prop. 47 passed, it's the law-abiding citizens that have paid the price for small retail theft.

The hurricane of crime that has swept into our communities is not an accident. The current mess, created by law to allow free theft, without consequence, was cleverly presented to the voters. Face it. We were duped! Titled “Safe Schools and Neighborhoods Act” — (Prop. 47) —all of us liked the title and voted for … Read more

Milestones – SF 49ers Raid Las Vegas! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber celebrates the 49ers latest win as they approach the postseason, this time a 37-34 overtime win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

In an overtime squeaker, the 49ers gave a new name to “drama.” The Las Vegas Raiders seemed to have a copy of the 49ers’ playbook, as they ran out the clock tied at 34-34. Countering everything the 49ers could muster, the Raiders’ gutsy offense combined with brilliant defense put on a show against San Francisco … Read more

Milestones – 49ers Take Command! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber celebrates the 49ers latest win and calls on the City to celebrate the team for the good of the community and its businesses.

Playing like it was “do or die,” the San Francisco 49ers made it eight wins in a row, rolling over the Washington Commanders 37 to 20. This was a real Christmas present for club owner Jed York and 49ers President Al Guido. Once again relying on their third-string, backup to their backup quarterback, Brock Purdy, … Read more

Milestones – 49ers Win and are on to the Playoffs! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber says teamwork got the 49ers to the playoffs and teamwork can help the City of Santa Clara succeed as well.

Taking it to the Seattle Birds early, the 49ers won a playoff clincher. Last draft pick, and now full-time number one quarterback, Brock Purdy passed like the pro he has become, scoring early and never looking back. The result? Forty Niners win 21 to 13, earning a spot in the NFL playoffs and moving closer … Read more

Milestones – 49ers Sink Tampa into the Bay! – Opinion

The 49ers beat the Buccaneers on Sunday, showing that teamwork can win out. Publisher Miles Barber hopes the Santa Clara City Council takes note.

Playing like Tom Brady when he was on fire, third-string quarterback Brock Purdy played like…well…Brock Purdy. Defying the odds as a fill-in, Purdy showed up, ready to play like a ripe-old veteran with multiple tricks and talent under that 49ers’ helmet. Purdy didn’t wait to unload on Tampa Bay going up 7 to zip, on … Read more