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Survey shows 57% drop in San Benito County homelessness

October 21, 2026

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Hollister woman assaulted spouse, caused collision before stabbing herself

October 20, 2026

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Hollister City Council begins process of giving jobs back to 36 employees who received layoff notices

October 20, 2026

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San Benito County seniors enjoy a day at the casino

October 19, 2026

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High school district appoints Elaine Zuniga Galdos as new superintendent

October 19, 2026

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Hollister City Council begins process of giving jobs back to 36 employees who received layoff notices

The Hollister City Council emerged from a late-night closed session Oct. 19 without City Manager Ana Cortez, and with a unanimous vote to ask...

San Benito County seniors enjoy a day at the casino

On Oct. 3, a group of 55 San Benito County seniors boarded a bus for a day of laughter, friendly competition and good company...

Around Town: Remembering Marty Cheek and his lasting legacy in South Valley

Two years ago on Oct. 12, more than 100 community members gathered at the Morgan Hill Historical Society’s Villa Mira Monte to celebrate the...

Hollister Police surprised by extensive cuts to department staff

Less than two weeks after borrowing $18 million just to be able to make payroll, the City of Hollister has sent layoff notices to...

Voters accuse signature gatherers of lying about Kosmicki recall petition

As the deadline draws near for proponents of a recall of San Benito County Supervisor Kollin Kosmicki to submit paperwork, accusations mount that paid...

Cover 3 Sports Podcast: Race for Football League Titles Tightens, Update on Fall Sports, and Preview of Week 8

In this week’s episode, Juan Reyes and John Devine will recap Week 7 of the high school and junior college football season, along with...

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San Benito County seniors enjoy a day at the casino

October 19, 2026

On Oct. 3, a group of 55 San Benito County seniors boarded a bus for a day of laughter, friendly competition and good company at Table Mountain Casino Resort in Fresno County. The outing was sponsored by Martha’s Kitchen, a nonprofit that provides meals and groceries to people facing food...