Teknova owner: ‘We’re just asking them to reduce disincentives’
The owner of a biotech company recently awarded incentives by the City of Hollister to stay in town said the business wasn’t asking for any privileges.
Haunting Owls
Halloween seems to bring out the creativity in pet owners who make the cutest, cleverest, and funniest costumes for their dogs, big and small, to parade around in. There are even costumes for feline pets, but I wouldn’t try putting one any of on my own cats unless I planned to look like a flesh-torn zombie afterward.
County board to consider river parkway EIR
County supervisors Tuesday will consider approving environmental documents on a river parkway project and amending affordable housing regulations, among other things.
Pirates, witches and cowboys—Oh my!
It’s almost here. Lurking just around the corner—that time of year when kids of all ages can create their finest disguises. Whether trick-or-treating with the kids or attending the monster bash of the year, one great way to stand out in a crowd this season is to make a costume.
Vertigo to host Hunter’s Moon pop-up show
Looking for an occasion to celebrate October’s full moon? Then head out to Vertigo Coffee at 81 Fourth Street in San Juan Bautista this Friday for the Hunter’s Moon Pop Up Art Show.
DeBrito Chocolate Factory sold to employee of business
Hollister-based DeBrito Chocolate Factory has been sold to new owners, including someone who worked at the business under the prior ownership, the Free Lance has confirmed.
Football: Balers D-line stands and delivers
For most of the season, the San Benito High defensive line been able to stand and deliver. So it was only appropriate the Haybalers defensive linemen—along with a strong linebacker corps and ball-hawking secondary—produced several stops in last week’s pivotal 18-7 win over Salinas at The Pit.
County installs 24/7 ballot drop box
The San Benito County Department of Elections has installed a new 24/7 ballot drop box for vote-by-mail ballots.
SBHS district candidates diverge on idea for new school
Candidates for San Benito High School District and Hollister School District boards answered questions at Thursday’s Use Your Voice election forum. Candidates for mayor and city council also participated in the forum hosted by the San Benito County Farm Bureau and Benitolink in the city hall council chambers.
Local companies to attend Hollister job fair
Looking for a new local job? Then you should attend the San Benito County Building Business in 2016 Job Fair.


















