Group circulates petition to recall two San Benito County supervisors
A group of San Benito County residents calling themselves the “Public Safety First” committee is seeking to recall two supervisors less than a year after they were sworn in for office.
The group recently began circulating petitions throughout the county to recall District 2 Supervisor...
Three Hollister High students die in traffic accident
Three Hollister High School students died in a traffic collision just east of Highway 25 the night of Jan. 14, according to authorities. A recent graduate of HHS was also involved in the accident, and was in critical condition as of Wednesday morning.
School staff...
Suspect arrested in Feb. 6 shooting of juvenile
Hollister Police arrested a suspect on Feb. 11 who is accused of attempting to kill a juvenile in a drive-by shooting that occurred last week, authorities said.
Hollister Police responded to a report of shots fired about 11:36pm Feb. 6 on the 100 block of...
Asher Kearns and Hollister High football team ready to earn signature victory
After going 0-4 against the tougher teams on its schedule including Wilcox, Valley Christian, Palma and Salinas, Hollister High senior Asher Kearns said the team is ready to finally record a signature victory in its season-finale against Aptos on Nov. 4.
“I know we can...
Vice mayor’s son running for SJB city council
Tyler “Floppy” Jordan up against current mayor for council seat
Letter to the editor: Demand in-person meetings now
This past Thursday, I had the privilege of attending the turning point USA informational meeting held in Hollister. It was a great event with some very eye opening material presented, but the greatest thing about it was that there was a large in-person crowd....
Congress members introduce disaster relief proposal for farmworkers
California lawmakers announced Aug. 1 the introduction of a bill that would create a permanent structure to provide relief for farmers impacted by natural disasters.
The Agricultural Emergency Relief Act aims to streamline the process for seeking and receiving relief.
While Congress has previously provided aid...
Upscale steakhouse coming to downtown Hollister
Raul Escareno is tired of people having to travel outside of Hollister to dine at other restaurants, especially because the excuse is there’s nothing to eat in town.
The longtime owner of Mangia Italian Kitchen is aware that he might be throwing a rock at...
San Benito Stage Company hosting annual awards show
San Benito Stage Company is holding its annual Members Choice Awards on Jan. 25 at San Benito High School.
The event, which is open to the public, will honor performers and productions from the company’s 2019 season. Last year’s season lineup included Sylvia, Madagascar: A...
