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In 2014, Hollister became what actor Mark Ruffalo called “ground zero” in California for the fierce debate over fracking. Ruffalo's tweet sent Oct. 14—in which he made the local fracking reference—underscored the broad reach of the debate in San Benito County over Measure J.

Hollister police have identified and arrested one of the shoplifting suspects recently caught on camera.

The Family History Center is a place where local residents can feel like royalty.

At first glance, he appears just your average four-legged, golden-colored canine. But this dog, known as Booker, is no ordinary pup.

Miss Kitty is a 2-year-old calico who enjoys sunny patios and the view from the tops of cat trees at Pet Friends. She can be shy with new visitors, but loves being brushed, is affectionate and sweet. Miss Kitty invites the company of other cats and will charm her way into your heart as well. To meet her, call Pet Friends at (831)-634-1191 or visit petfriends.org.

Artist Christine Hwang was born and raised in northern California and studied business economics at UCLA before switching her major to art history. She spends much of her time studying different art fields at a local community college.

The San Benito High School District last week swore in incumbent trustees Bill Tiffany and Steve DeLay along with challenger Juan Robledo before discussing the health of the budget, the migrant education program and classified employee layoffs.

San Juan Bautista officials are asking for relief at local restaurants, schools and daycare centers from a ban against drinking tap water following test results showing the city's groundwater supply is well below the maximum nitrate standard.

San Juan council members Tuesday unanimously elected Councilman Robert Lund as mayor and Councilman Rick Edge as vice mayor. Lund succeeds former Mayor Andy Moore, who did not run for reelection as a council member.