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Candidates for Congress, State Assembly, San Benito County Health Care Board and Gavilan College Board gathered before an audience to answer questions during Thursday night’s “Use Your Voice” election forum.

For more than a decade with occasions like Memorial Day, locals have perused the brick pavers at the Veterans Memorial Building courtyard’s outer edge to see a glimpse of someone they once knew, or perhaps a family member or friend who died for the country.

A sneak peak of the San Benito County Arts Council’s 2015 Open Studios Art Tour will be on display in downtown Hollister starting next month.

HONORS: Jonathan Carin: Jonathan Carin, of Gilroy, was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2012 semester at Loyola Marymount University. Students named to the Dean’s List have completed 15 semester hours at LMU and earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better.

Expecting a window of good fall weather, in mid-October I headed to Emigrant Wilderness – a place I had never visited. Set between Highway 108 and the northern border of Yosemite National Park, Emigrant Wilderness is nearly the last gasp of the polished granite alpine country characteristic of the High Sierra.

Hello world, I'm Daisy (86231)! I'm a sweet and active dog looking for a hiking buddy and forever home. I've had some pretty big ups and downs in my life, but I always land on my four paws. I'm affectionate and I love to meet new people and get belly rubs! I'd love to find a home where I can get lots of exercise and affection. If I sound like the right dog for you, ask to meet me today. Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.

Terry is a black and white cat who is playful, loves to be pet and is good with other cats. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since July. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.