Otis: An oldie … but a goodie
His peering bug eyes account for 20 percent of his body weight. He snores like an ox and snorts like a pig. He chases squeaky toys (blindly) with the feverish abandon of a puppy. He’s 91 in dog years, but loves a game of tug-of-war with BFF Dexter the Great Dane. And whether its the cataracts or a mysterious train of prolonged doggy daydreaming, he’ll often catch you off guard with a disarmingly wide-eyed, focused stare that makes you feel like he’s peering into your very soul.
Lemke to race for Dale Jr.’s Late Model team
Hollister native Adam Lemke grew up watching NASCAR, envisioning himself one day as a professional race car driver. The 16-year-old Lemke—a San Benito High junior who is on independent studies—took a big step in making that dream a reality when he was named a...
Calstar delays Hollister launch due to fewer accidents, donations
Calstar had planned to open a permanent Hollister operation this
Calfire offers tips to prevent home heating fires
With winter on the horizon, Calfire this week reminded residents that improper use of poorly maintained heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires and home fire deaths in the nation.
SB County housing element out for public review
The draft plans for the building of 754 new units between 2023 and 2031
Don’t fret
Michael Smith hopes free guitars and guitar lessons can cut crime in Hollister.
He’s launched the city into a national program called “Guitars Not Guns,” which provides free guitar lessons for at-risk kids aged 8 to 18.
“A lot of kids are interested in sports,...
POTW: Lars
Lars is a Labrador retriever/pit bull mix. He is sweet, playful, loves to run and knows commands. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since early August and would love to find a forever home. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
