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Ag values were up in 2011, but is 2012 less rosy?
San Benito County maintained its reputation as a bastion of agriculture again in 2011 when the value of local crops and livestock increased by $8 million over numbers from 2010.
Garden Railroad Tour makes stop in Hollister
The Bay Area Garden Railroad Society and South County Railroaders hosted their annual Garden Railroad Tour on Saturday.
County to survey locals on special district
San Benito County supervisors approved two contracts last Tuesday with agencies that will guide the community through the first phase of creating a special district to support parks, recreation and library services.
Top 5: Baler Summer Nights, Garden Railroad Tour and more
1.) Baler Summer Nights: The Baler Backers Athletic Organization is holding its annual dinner/dance and auction fundraiser in support of San Benito High School’s Haybaler Athletic Program, Aug. 18, at the San Benito County Fairgrounds/Bolado Park, from 6 p.m. to midnight, with the dinner served between 7 and 8 p.m. Entertainment is being provided by local band favorite Soul Kiss. Tickets for the 21+ event are $50 each and table reservations of eight are also being accepted. There will be a Live & Silent Auction to raise funds for Baler Athletics, which has seen a severe reduction in its funding due to state budget cuts which have affected California’s school system. Details: www.balerbackers.org
Editorial: A partial tourism comeback from the depths of 2008
San Benito County's tourism industry was hammered four years ago from three setbacks aggravated by poor leadership at the local and federal levels.
Flags at half mast to honor Wisconsin victims
San Benito County school and government buildings had their flags lowered to half staff today in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, by executive order of President Barack Obama. The flags will be flown at half staff until sunset today.
Ag office is itching to take on mosquitoes, focuses on pools
Warm weather and pools of water create a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes, so as temperatures begin to climb, the San Benito County Agricultural Commissioner's mosquito abatement district staff members are preparing for their busy season.
Jazz Under the Stars is on the horizon
If you’re looking to enjoy a night of relaxing music, food and wine – while giving back to the needy – the seventh annual Jazz Under the Stars event is around the corner.
Mars rover designer makes landing at bluegrass festival
Mark Indictor, who was the lead designer for some of the software installed on the Mars Rover Curiosity that successfully landed on the red planet Sunday, will be visiting San Benito County this weekend. But it won’t be a science-related visit, as he will perform at the 19th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival.
Legislation opens door for motorized use at Clear Creek
While they have fought against a federal agency for years, advocates pushing for Clear Creek Management Area’s reopening might get a chance to sidestep their foe at the Bureau of Land Management through newly introduced legislation. And while the door is now cracked open for long-dormant motorized vehicle use – supporters hope sometime in 2013 – the bill also appears to target an expansion to Clear Creek’s current boundaries comprising 63,000 acres.
