Music in the Air: Music legend to make a rare appearance in South Valley
When I heard legendary musician, writer, DJ, manager and producer Peter Asher was coming to Morgan Hill, I just knew I had to put out my music column and let the community know about this special one-time appearance.
Peter Asher may not be a household...
West Nile Virus still active in San Benito County
Mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile Virus are still active in a small area of unincorporated San Benito County, according to the county agricultural commissioner’s office.
Crews are scheduled to target the affected area with mosquito treatment on Oct. 18, with daytime temperatures expected to...
Regional park plans reach ‘milestone’
Plans for a long awaited regional park took a huge step forward after the San Benito High School District (SBHSD) and county on Tuesday agreed to a 99-year lease for the property that will be used for the park.
The agreement will finally allow the...
Report card finds CA struggles to support children’s educational needs
Despite statewide efforts, California is still struggling to support the personal and educational needs of its students, according to the 2024 California Children’s Report Card conducted by the organization Children Now, which “grades the State on its ability to support better outcomes for kids”...
City says contractor will repair zig-zagging Ladd Lane
A contractor’s blunder in Hollister that resulted in some oddly painted lines on Ladd Lane has made for some laughs nationwide and frustrations locally.
City officials worked to redesign Ladd Lane to make it more friendly for bicyclists and hamper speeders in the area. But...
Police arrest vehicle theft suspects after pursuit in Hollister
Two teenagers from Salinas stole two sports cars in Hollister early Friday morning, leading police on a high-speed pursuit, according to authorities. One of the teens allegedly rammed two sheriff’s office vehicles and struck a deputy before the suspects were arrested.
About 1:48am March 22,...
Ladd Lane students showered with colors for fundraiser
Ladd Lane Elementary School students showed true colors—from heads to toes—as part of another successful Walk-A-Thon fundraiser and Color Run.
On Friday, Oct. 6, Ladd Lane held the walk and coinciding run, with proceeds from the school’s biggest fundraiser of the year going toward the...
Five schools recognized for Capturing Kids’ Hearts training
The Hollister School District is proud to announce five sites have been named as Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools for 2023-24.
The five recognized sites this academic year include the Accelerated Achievement Academy, Calaveras Elementary School, Cerra Vista Elementary School, Ladd Lane Elementary School...
Nurses rally in Hollister
A small group of registered nurses rallied outside Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital Thursday in support of adequate staffing at the Hollister medical facility, which is currently facing a financial emergency.
“(We are) focusing on safe staffing,” said Pedro Silva, an RN at HHMH and member...
Velazquez won’t ask for recount, but vows to keep up fight for slow growth
Election results certified by the San Benito County Registrar of Voters’ office on June 26 confirm that Supervisor Ignacio Velazquez has been recalled from office.
On the District 5 recall measure on the June 2 ballot, 1,312 people voted “yes” to recall Velazquez. A total...
