Get rid of your dead lawn
Is the grass greener on the other side? It shouldn’t be with the water restrictions we have all been given. Now well into summer, we have visual proof of what a serious California drought looks like in our own yards and neighborhoods. This is a hot topic. The Santa Clara Valley Water District reports that many homeowners are taking advantage of the rebate program to replace their lawns. I have heard the pros and mostly cons of replacing lawn with artificial turf. Recently, I saw a video of a company that uses a plant-based green dye to temporarily color your lawn until the rains come down, wash it away and bring back that luscious green we all dream about.
Scholarship fund started in honor of late superintendent
Friends and family are establishing a scholarship that benefits Baler graduates in memory of longtime San Benito High School Superintendent Gregory Hearn, 81, who passed away in July following a five-month battle with cancer.
Details announced for pre-fair dinner
The 33rd Agricultural District announced details for the annual pre-fair dinner that benefits the county fair.
Updated: Hollister man killed by landing plane was airport commissioner
The man on a mower at Frazier Lake Airpark killed by an airplane was a Hollister Airport Commissioner.
Updated: Homicide suspected after body found in Panoche Valley
Sheriff's authorities Thursday afternoon found an adult male's body off Panoche Road and suspect he was the victim of a shooting homicide, a department spokesman confirmed.
DA’s office requests more investigating in fireworks case
The district attorney's office had more questions on July 4 fireworks-related incident involving injuries and referred the case back to Hollister police Thursday for further investigation, a prosecutor told the Free Lance.
Reining in horse abuse at Orchard Road sanctuary
Touching a horse’s ears is usually a small task. But for Hollister resident Elizabeth Akers and a horse named Red, it’s a testament to the trust they built after the underweight equine arrived at her home.
Police expect to finish report on bus accident next week
Hollister Police Chief David Westrick indicated Thursday that investigators expect to finish the report next week regarding a July 27 fatal bus crash resulting in the death of an 11-year-old boy.
High school officials review pool specs, costs
An audience of more than 50 people this week saw some sobering numbers for what a replacement pool could cost for San Benito High School.
District OKs pay hike for management
Hollister School District trustees have approved a 3 percent salary increase for managers and offered the same pay hike for two other employee groups.
