Updated: Hollister council OKs biker rally for 2017
City council members sanctioned the 2017 Hollister Independence Rally contract at Monday’s meeting.
Hollister council to consider biker rally, marijuana law
Hollister council members Monday could decide the fates of the 2017 Hollister Independence Rally and a local medical marijuana ordinance.
County to approach unions about Cesar Chavez holiday
County supervisors voted 4-1 on Tuesday to direct negotiators to approach the county’s bargaining units to establish Cesar Chavez Day as a county holiday.
County explores evaluation of future fire options
County supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved the release of a request for proposal to examine and evaluate future fire service options.
Supervisors to consider Cesar Chavez Day for county
San Benito County supervisors will consider making Cesar Chavez Day a county holiday at their Tuesday meeting.
New county supervisor ready for his role
The end of the year marks the beginning of Mark Medina’s new role as District 1 supervisor.
With signature events hanging in balance, city supports Olive Festival
Hollister council members Monday voted 4-1 to approve a request to host the 2017 Olive Festival at the Brigantino Spray Field Facility next October.
Hollister council members work to hash out cannabis rules
Council members squabbled over proposed changes to a local marijuana ordinance at their Monday meeting.
Gavilan needs volunteers for Measure E panel
Volunteers are needed to serve on the Gavilan College Measure E Citizen’s Oversight Committee. There are currently seats open for a business representative, an at-large representative and a member of a senior citizens’ organization.
Records: Hollister rally budget fluctuates widely
Hollister officials in recent months have talked about the annual motorcycle rally carrying a total cost of $180,000, but city records show a 2016 tab of just over $168,000, according to documents obtained by the Free Lance.

















