Summer fun
With less than a month before school begins, there is still time to eke out some fun in the last days of summer.
There are still many activities available throughout the area to keep the kids entertained and out of the house.
Bring a picnic...
Car Commotion
Downtown Gilroy will be revved up with three days of entertainment for the whole family this coming week when more than 200 modified and classic vehicles descend upon the streets of Gilroy. Organized by the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce, this year marks the 16th...
Sweeping Views
Every January 1, we begin the year by making a resolution with an eye toward self-improvement. Each of us could do a little less of this or a bit more of that, but we rarely stick with it. Several weeks into the new year,...
Hot Gilroy Nights
The annual garlic festival put Gilroy on the map, but car shows and music might be the real spice of life in what arguably is the most aromatic city on the planet.
And as if to put an exclamation point on it all, the Gilroy...
Legislative Roundup: Week of 8/7
PACHECO RESERVOIR EXPANSION PROJECT
The Hollister City Council unanimously approved sending their support letter with an amendment to bring up the inclusion of a possible recreation component.
The $800 million dam project - proposed by the Santa Clara Valley Water District - would expand the reservoir...
Coalition petitions to develop 400 block
The Community Foundation of San Benito County and its allies have launched an online petition to support its plans to build the nonprofit new offices on the 400 block of San Benito Street.
Started last Friday, the online petition is open to anyone with an...
Stuff the Bus fills a special need
The first day of school just got a lot brighter for thousands of local students.
On Saturday, Stuff the Bus, a project from the United Way of San Benito County, distributed backpacks filled with school supplies to students in need.
“It’s so our kids...
County leaders gear up for solar fight
The San Benito County Board of Supervisors is preparing for a fight over the Panoche Valley Solar Farm.
On Tuesday, supervisors approved a contract not to exceed $60,000 for legal representation in the county’s pursuit to fix breaches in the development agreement with ConEdison Development,...
Ohana Shave Ice: Flavors of the island
A taste of Hawaii is at Ohana Shave Ice in downtown Hollister.
“We want to bring the flavors of the island to the mainland,” said Karina Hernandez, who with husband, Peter, opened the stylish eatery less than two weeks ago.
The unique dessert is very different...
Bluegrass festival in Tres Pinos
For the second year in a row, the Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival will be held at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos.
Starting Thursday, top California bluegrass bands will descend on the beautiful venue, giving attendees an opportunity to jam with...
