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August 22, 2024

California: home of Olympians

By Brittney Sherman

Approximately 20% of the 2024 Olympic athletes hailed from California, the largest representation of athletes from any state. A total of 22 medals, six of them gold, were won by California athletes. In January 2023, Assembly Bill 2747 went into effect, supporting Olympic hopefuls by offering in-state tuition for U.S. Olympians and Paralympians wanting to train in the golden state. The state of California will continue its support of the games as Los Angeles takes the torch as the host City of the Summer Olympic and Paralympic games in 2028.

August 16, 2024

Business Spotlight: Toray Advanced Composites

By Brittney Sherman

Morgan Hill based company Toray Advanced Composites is finishing their expansion into a 60k sq.ft. building adjacent to their main buildings located on Sutter Rd. The company was formed through the acquisition of TenCate Advanced Composites and is a leader in high-performance materials, serving aerospace, space, automotive, and industrial sectors. The Morgan Hill facilities focus on advanced thermoplastic and thermoset composites, which are vital for reducing weight and enhancing performance in high-tech applications. Toray employes 260 people and is currently hiring for 5 positions.

Learn more about Toray Advanced Composites HERE.

August 12, 2024

Wine Trolley Service Launches in Morgan Hill

By Brittney Sherman

Morgan Hill has its very own Wine Trolley, thanks to two long-time friends and residents who are making their dreams come true. Wine tours will be offered every Saturday and Sunday year-round, beginning on August 3, 2024. Tickets include a champagne welcome, visit and tour at three wineries, tasting fees, lunch, and of course transportation via trolley!

Learn more and book your ticket HERE.

August 08, 2024

Crafts Roots featured in America's top 18

By Brittney Sherman

Gotham Magazine recently published their list of the 18 best vegan restaurants across America. Craft Roots, a Downtown Morgan Hill restaurant that made the list in 2021, has once again been featured in the top 18.

Learn about all 18 restaurants featured on the list HERE.

August 06, 2024

US manufacturing activity on the rise

By Brittney Sherman

A report from the Federal Reserve states that manufacturing activity increased by 0.6% for the month in June after a 0.9% increase in May. Research firm Oxford Economics also says that industrial production is expected to increase next year from the current industrial capacity utilization of 78.8%. The growth in manufacturing includes industries such as construction, consumer products, defense, and technology.

Did you know: Morgan Hill has 100+ Manufacturing companies accounting for approximately 20% of all jobs citywide. There is 7.7M sq.ft. of existing industrial, R&D, and warehouse space in Morgan Hill. Where the City’s previous industrial vacancy rate was 2%, today it is over 12% largely due to the recent completion of the Butterfield 5 and Cochrane Technology Center Industrial Parks. Morgan Hill has some of the newest and largest industrial space available in Silicon Valley, positioning them as a preferred location for manufacturers looking to expand, condense, or relocate.