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From a galaxy far, far away to San Juan Bautista

April 14, 2026

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Two dead in crash after police chase vehicle stolen out of Hollister

April 14, 2026

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Judge rejects Velazquez challenge to recall election

April 13, 2026

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Earth Day celebration returns to San Juan Bautista

April 13, 2026

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Local Scene: Superior Court internship program and Law Day Essay Contest

April 10, 2026

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Judge rejects Velazquez challenge to recall election

A San Benito County Superior Court judge ruled Friday that the recall election for Supervisor Ignacio Velazquez may proceed as scheduled on the June...

Earth Day celebration returns to San Juan Bautista

San Benito County’s annual Earth Day celebration will take place 11am-2pm April 25 at the San Juan Bautista State Historic Park. The free, family...

San Benito County set to begin San Juan Highway repaving project

San Benito County will begin repaving a portion of San Juan Highway on April 13—a project approved by the board of supervisors as part...

Letters: Campaign season is underway

They should lead with respect I don’t usually pay much attention to politics, but this feels personal. I’m writing as a daughter who is tired...

Sports Roundup: Track team off to great start with two dual meet wins

The Balers have continued their success in local track and field. In the first two dual meets of the season, Hollister High decisively won...

Lawsuit seeks to remove supervisor recall election from June 2 ballot

The San Benito County Registrar of Voters’ office faces accusations that it has incorrectly approved paperwork that did not follow state elections laws governing...

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Earth Day celebration returns to San Juan Bautista

April 13, 2026

San Benito County’s annual Earth Day celebration will take place 11am-2pm April 25 at the San Juan Bautista State Historic Park. The free, family friendly event aims to introduce the community to local environmental programs and resources while offering fun, interactive activities for people of all ages. “Together, we're encouraging...