Annual 12 Days of Giving begins
It's that time of year. The music is back, the commercials have started and stores are gearing up for the holiday rush.
While San Benito County residents mull holiday plans and dread upcoming credit card bills, San Benito County's 12 Days of Giving, Dec. 1-12,...
Hollister firm produces U.S. sake
San Benito County has a long and proud history of excellent wineries, including Leal Vineyards and Winery, and Centani Vineyard in Hollister and the Aimee June Winery in San Juan Bautista—or if you're in the mood for a beer and a shot, there’s Johnny's...
‘Shop local’ taken seriously at San Benito Bene
On Small Business Saturday, as shoppers perused the small shops and boutiques in downtown Hollister, one in particular, San Benito Bene, was the one-stop shop for everything San Benito County. Since 2011 owner Kathina Szeto has worked to showcase the best that local artists...
Miguel carves out path to Minot State
Brady Miguel legged out approximately a half-dozen infield singles last season, a testament to his speed and willingness to hustle on every play. College coaches notice that, and it’s a big reason why Miguel was offered a package to attend school and play baseball...
New Gavilan trustee has desire to make difference
As a high school civics teacher at Ann Sobrato High School in Morgan Hill, veteran educator Jeanie Wallace asks her students to believe in the democratic process.
As a staff representative with the Morgan Hill Federation of Teachers, Wallace helped recruit candidates for the local...
Feds see Central Coast as source of romaine illness
Lettuce growers along the Central Coast, including San Benito County, were in the cross-hairs of federal investigators Monday, Nov. 26, less than a week after the government warned consumers, grocers and restaurants nationwide to destroy all romaine lettuce.
In a statement, the U.S. Food and...
More than Comics
Bill’s Bullpen isn’t just for comic book buffs.
In fact, the Hollister store—commonly known for its comics and baseball cards—can be a lifesaver for the holiday shopper.
“We’re a great store for last-minute shopping and for confused people who don’t know what to get,” says owner...
Charmed gifts at Bene
Kathina Szeto has only lived in Hollister for 12 years, but her store, San Benito Bene, has been thriving since its opening seven years ago.
Part of its success is its Hollister location—on San Benito Street, in the midst of coffee shops, organic restaurants and...
People power
Husband and wife Cinda Meister and Bradley Jones, co-owners of BookSmart, first opened their doors 23 years ago in downtown Morgan Hill.
Ten years later they moved to Depot Center on Second Street.“And then we redeveloped and here we are,” Meister said, referring to...
A quilter’s friend
A beautifully made quilt brings warmth, joy and comfort for friends, family and strangers.
For the quilter in your life, there are two great quilt shops in the South Valley each offering great gift ideas. Gift certificates take the guesswork out of holiday gift-giving,...
