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County supervisors Tuesday could choose a construction contractor for the jail expansion project. Other items on the agenda include finding good cause to delay a public hearing related to the county’s temporary cannabis ordinance and funding another temporary contract position in the Resource Management Agency. Tuesday’s...

Three local planning commissions are expected to hold a joint meeting Tuesday night at the Veteran's Memorial Building. Planning commissioners from Hollister, San Juan Bautista and San Benito County are expected to discuss five topics that include capital improvement projects, plan for housing growth/sphere of influence, rules/responsibilities...

The winemaker dinner at La Niña Perdida Mexican Restaurant was a foodie’s heaven—an evening of magical food and wine pairings. Owner/Chef Miriam Vega served up five sublime courses while Vic and Mike Vanni, winemaker/owners of Solis Winery poured five of their brilliant wines. “I have...

Hollister council members Monday approved a $300,000 loan for an upcoming westside affordable housing project. On March 20, council members awarded $700,000 to the Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association, also known as CHISPA, for a 48-unit senior apartment affordable housing project on Line...

County supervisors Tuesday discussed hiring a lobbyist to represent the board in Sacramento. At an early May meeting, Supervisor Robert Rivas floated the idea of hiring a lobbyist to represent San Benito County at the state level to advocate for local issues. Rivas suggested economic...

What are the best tools a seller has at their disposal to receive top dollar for their home? The top tools would be: cleaning your home (especially windows), making the entry to your home is as impactful as possible (first impressions matter), ensuring the front...

It’s been a wet year in San Benito County, but now a potential community aquatic center is making a splash around town. Local nonprofit Hollister for Aquatics is looking to partner with the San Benito High School District, the City of Hollister and the county...

Growing up I always found it odd when I heard my friends and their parents say to each other, “I love you.” From the time I was born and through my teenage years, my mom never said those words to me. She didn’t have to....

What should prospective homebuyers consider when applying for a loan? It is really important for homebuyers/borrowers to reach out to a local lender and go through the pre-approval process. Fortunately, it is pretty simple and most lenders provide a checklist to help the buyer/borrower understand...

County supervisors Tuesday selected a design for a future third fire station. In October 2015, supervisors selected a location on Rosa Morada Road off Fairview Road as the location for Fire Station #3. The new station would cover northern parts of the county, including areas...