‘Aggressive’ non-native mosquito found in Gilroy
A non-native Aedes aegypti mosquito—an aggressive species that can spread certain diseases—has been discovered in a residential area of Gilroy, according to the Santa Clara County Vector Control District. A mosquito of the same species was also found recently in a neighborhood of east...
LOCAL SCENE: Symphony seeking volunteers
Join symphony board
The nonprofit South Valley Symphony is seeking volunteers to serve on its board of directors. Applicants should have a strong interest in helping to shape the symphony’s activities in coming years and becoming a part of the organization’s long-standing traditions.
The board is...
Local Scene: Hollister band wins first place
Hollister band wins first place
Over the weekend, the musicians of Hollister High's Scarlet Regiment Marching Band showcased their musical prowess at the prestigious Western Band Association Gilroy Garlic City Classic competition. Dominating in categories of Effect, Music, Visual, and Percussion, the band's performance, entitled...
Sports Roundup: Baler football, flag football both in first place
Hollister HS Football (4-1 overall, 1-0 PCAL Gabilan Division)
Recent results: Won 27-7 vs. Alisal, Won 35-14 at Aptos
Upcoming games: 7:30pm Oct. 11 vs. Soquel
NOTES: At Aptos, Savion Loza had two interceptions on the goal line, returning the first one 100 yards for a touchdown....
Letters: Opinions on bonds, hospital measures
Beware of bandits
Re: Out-of-area construction firms spend heavily to influence bond votes, Free Lance, Oct. 11, 2024.
This is a stick-up. We are looking right down the barrel of a gun. Some construction firms are not the only bandits who want our vote. A healthcare...
Sports Roundup: Hollister field hockey finishes 6-1-2 in PCAL play
Hollister HS Football (4-5 overall, 1-4 PCAL Gabilan Division)
Recent results: Lost 24-10 at Everett Alvarez
Upcoming games: 7:30pm Nov. 8 vs. Salinas
NOTES: Cole Seymour rushed 22 times for 155 yards and a touchdown in the Alvarez game.
Hollister HS Flag Football (19-6 overall, 13-1 PCAL Gabilan...
Kathy Johnson named interim foundation CEO
The Community Foundation for San Benito County this week announced its board has appointed Kathy Johnson as its interim CEO.
Johnson brings more than 30 years of nonprofit leadership experience to the local foundation, says a press release from the Community Foundation for San Benito...
LETTER: Changes coming to real estate industry
There have been various bits of information and opinions in the news lately about changes coming to the real estate industry and what they mean for homebuyers and sellers.
As a Santa Clara County Realtor and current president of the Santa Clara County Association of...
Letter: Save our little gem
My name is Thomas J. Hawkins, a fourth Generation San Benito County cattle rancher. I was named for my locally famous great grandfather, Thomas S. Hawkins, who settled here in 1867, 157 years ago, at the age of 31.
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital saves lives,...
SVCT brings ‘Finding Nemo Jr.’ to the local stage
South Valley Civic Theatre continues its new season with “Finding Nemo Jr.,” a coming-of-age story featuring an all-youth cast that finds the value of taking risks and trusting in yourself, your family and your friends.
Disney’s “Finding Nemo Jr.” is the musical adaptation of the...