Politics: The story of 2012 in San Benito County
With the presidential race nationally and Hollister’s first mayor’s race locally – along with many other consequential ballot questions and contests – it was a year defined by politics in San Benito County. The following is a rundown of many important political matters throughout 2012.
2018 Election: City Council candidates
The final ballots have been set for the Nov. 6 election, and the 2018 local political season begins in earnest.
In Hollister, both the mayor and city council seats are up for grabs.
Two county supervisor seats also are on the ballot.
The Free Lance sent questionnaires...
Pinnacles National Park Highway: Gateway to a grocery store?
The idea to rename Airline Highway as Pinnacles National Park Highway seemed like a done deal with broad consensus. That no longer appears to be the case, with one supervisor altering his position in light of urging from detractors.
Approved county flag design heads to the board
San Benito County could have an approved county flag as soon as
