Gavilan celebrates largest graduating class in college’s history
Gavilan College honored its largest graduating class in school history May 24, awarding 1,779 associate degrees and certificates during a ceremony at the college’s Gilroy campus. It was Gavilan’s 105th commencement ceremony.
“Class of 2025, congratulations. You are a part of history,” Gavilan College Superintendent...
Health care district outlines next steps for HHMH
The San Benito Health Care District this week announced the next steps in the ongoing process to finalize the lease-to-own transaction between Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital and Insight. While progress has been made, there is still crucial work ahead to complete the transaction. In...
Wildflower Run is a beloved tradition
As the first blooms of spring adorn Morgan Hill, we invite you to be part of the 42nd Annual Wildflower Run, a cherished tradition offering participants of all ages and abilities a family-friendly, healthy and fun activity, among scenic routes, along with a day...
San Benito LULAC opposes effort to end birthright citizenship
Members of the San Benito Council of the League of United Latin American Citizens recently commented in support of a lawsuit filed by the group’s national chapter against President Donald Trump challenging his administration’s effort to end birthright citizenship in the U.S.
Irma González, President...
Letter: Foster respect by helping, encouraging youth
After seeing a recent news story regarding the fights at Hollister High School, I started thinking about something you hear a lot of people say today, and I am sure my parents used to say about us and their parents said about them: “These...
Letter: Hazel Hawkins buyer needs ‘skin in the game’
Re: Board still in talks with potential partners, Free Lance, Oct. 6, 2023
Looks like “Bargain hunting now.” Where were these potential partners before the bankruptcy declaration? Imagine that! Before there were none; now three parties are interested: American Advanced Management, Salinas Valley Memorial and...
Court upholds Polytechnic charter petition
A San Benito County Superior Court judge this week upheld the county office of education’s approval of a petition for a charter school submitted by Polytechnic Academy.
The San Benito County Office of Education announced the court decision this week. The San Benito High School...
Students present their STEAM skills
Hundreds of local students participated in the San Benito County Office of Education’s 2025 STEAM Expo on March 13 at the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Hollister. The expo showcased 240 student projects in Math, Science, Art and Technology from throughout San Benito County.
This...
District sees uptick in school vandalism
Level 1 Security has started night patrols at each of the Hollister School District sites due to an increase in vandalism.
In recent weeks, playground construction projects have been interrupted and delayed due to nightly vandalism. In March, the district announced that $2.4 million would...
Sports Roundup: Baler track shines at Garlic Invitational
Hollister track and field sparkled at the Garlic Classic Track Invitational at Christopher High in Gilroy on March 22. The Baler boys won the team title with 91.5 points and the girls were second on their side, totaling 84 points.
Top performances on the girls...
