Newsom: California economy ‘fully reopening’ June 15
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday announced that the state is “setting our eyes on fully reopening by June 15—with commonsense measures like masking.”
Newsom made the announcement via Twitter, and reiterated the state’s plan to eventually forgo the current four-tiered, color-coded reopening system during...
Free Lance awarded in state journalism competition
The California News Publishers Association recognized the Hollister Free Lance for its pandemic reporting, handing the team an award as part of the 2021 California Journalism Awards on May 18.
The Free Lance competed in the weekly newspaper circulation of 11,001-25,000 division.
The publication received fifth...
Monterey County fire grows to 200 acres; evacuations in place
A wildland fire southeast of Big Sur in Los Padres National Forest that has charred around 200 acres in steep, rugged terrain has led to mandatory evacuations.
Monterey County officials have issued evacuation orders for Tassajara Road, from the Tassajara Zen Center to China Camp...
Isis Wellness holds ribbon cutting
Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Christine Giusiana, board members, ambassadors, friends and family celebrated the grand opening of Isis Wellness Center at their new offices at 16360 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Isis Wellness Center is a premier holistic wellness center that provides services, coaching and education to support an individual’s journey to optimal mind-body-spirit wellness. You can reach Isis Jade at 550-6457 or visit isiswellness.com.
Missing person Manuel Bradish located
Missing person Manuel Bradish was located Sunday, according to the San Benito County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradish, 37, went missing on September 13, 2017 and was last seen at McAlpine Park at 900 Anzar Road in San Juan Bautista. His vehicle, cell phone and wallet were...
Updated: Senior trip canceled due to widespread illness
The San Benito High School senior trip to Disneyland has been canceled after a widespread outbreak of illness, according to the high school district.
There have been reports of many illnesses among the senior class of about 800 students. The soon-to-be graduates were set to...
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...
Anzar students get alternative to chemistry
Students at Anzar High School might have a way to skip the most math-intensive science course in high school.
