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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...

San Benito High School District recently received a $200,000 Farm To School Incubator Grant to procure fresh produce and meat that is locally grown and organically farmed in San Benito County, according to a press release from the district.  Additionally, the funding from the California...

In an effort to misinform and dissuade voters, opponents to Measure A tell the public that “Measure A will not slow housing growth.”  Retired officials, a handful of local political party leaders, and even the mayor of Hollister repeat this transparent falsehood. But, if you...

Veterans Day parade is Nov. 11 in downtown Hollister The 21st annual San Benito County Veterans Day Parade will take place at 1:30pm Nov. 11 in downtown Hollister, and this year’s procession promises to be the biggest and best yet, according to organizers.  Applications to participate...

The Hollister Police Department recently arrested a 15-year-old juvenile for resisting and obstructing a peace officer during a large gathering of juvenile bicycle riders that obstructed part of Airline Highway and Hillcrest Road, according to authorities.  Officers are also investigating a large group of juveniles...

Hollister flag football is rolling. In Pacific Coast Athletic League, Gabilan Division play, the Balers are 3-0, with a 69-0 rout of Everett Alvarez, a 26-6 victory at Monterey and a comeback 27-19 win over rival Salinas. “We have a deep and strong roster,” Baler...

Hollister HS Football (2-1 overall)Recent results: Won 27-21 at Branham, lost 38-13 at Wilcox, won 35-0 vs. Oak Grove Upcoming games: 7:30pm Sept. 20 vs. Alisal NOTES:  Coach Bryan Smith was named the 49ers/Cal-Hi Sports “U.S. Bank Coach of the Week” for the comeback win over...

Apply for Arts Express Grant The San Benito County Arts Council is inviting local artists, art groups and art and cultural organizations to apply to their 2024 Arts Express Grant Program for general operations and project-based funding for art programs, projects and activities that will...

Not long after Hollister mayoral candidate Roxanne Stephens planted a campaign sign at the intersection of Union Road and Airline Highway (California State Route 25), the sign was found uprooted and discarded on the ground in a blatant display of disrespect.  Such poor sportsmanship cannot...

Housing costs and inflation are the top concerns for California's 9 million Latino registered voters, according to a report issued Sept. 10 by the Latino Community Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to Latino voter engagement.  Although some blame political candidates for high costs, most blame...