Crews put out grass fire in Hollister
A vegetation fire in Hollister burned almost 11 acres off Thomas Road on May 24. Cal Fire responded to the blaze just before 3pm. The fire burned about six acres before firefighters arrived. Cal Fire quickly contained the blaze, which ultimately burned about 10.6...
Highway 101 project will modify traffic pattern at Rocks/Cannon roads
Caltrans will soon begin work to modify the intersection of U.S. 101 at Rocks Road and Cannon Road in San Benito County.
The project will include the closure of the median opening on Highway 101, and the elimination of all through passage and left turn...
Dancing to the season
With September comes the end of summer and with that comes the final Hollister Concert of 2025. Set amidst the stunning foothills and vibrant vineyards of Guerra Cellars in Hollister, the concert series is an unforgettable lineup of music, community and celebration under the...
Wildfire risk heightens as CalFire expects lightning, wind
In anticipation of dry lightning and strong winds moving into
Stocks rise nearly 500 points on bets of revived bailout bill
Congressional leaders, President Bush and the two rivals to
Court seeks San Benito County Civil Grand Jury members
The Superior Court of San Bentio County is seeking applications from those who want to be a member of the San Benito County Civil Grand Jury. The civil grand jury is an historic institution and serves an important role in local society, says a...
Community Foundation welcomes Shannon Chastaine
The Community Foundation for San Benito County recently hired Shannon Chastaine as its new Director of Development and Donor Services. With a career dedicated to fostering relationships, advancing meaningful causes and aligning donor passions with impactful giving, Chastaine brings a wealth of experience and...
Authorities complete San Benito riverbed cleanup
City of Hollister and San Benito County authorities this week completed a cleanup of the San Benito River that resulted in the removal of tons of garbage and debris, including vehicles, mattresses, shopping carts and a boat.
The riverbed had become a site of illegal...
Obama rejects McCain’s call to delay debate
Republican John McCain said today that he wants to postpone
