Updated: Mayor wants to contract out attorney work, but faces pushback
In light of City Attorney Stephanie Atigh’s upcoming departure, Mayor Ignacio Velazquez indicated he wants to move toward a contract arrangement for legal services instead of hiring a new, permanent city attorney.
Calfire warns of conditions with strong winds, low humidity
Calfire released an announcement that the agency is temporarily increasing its staffing to deal with a heightened fire danger due to strong winds and low humidity.
Hot Ticket May 31, 2013
Improv Festival: The annual Santa Cruz Improv Festival will be held through Saturday at the SCAL Theatre at 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz. This festival encompasses nine local and Bay area Improv groups that perform live improv. Details: www.scimprov.com or Terri at (831) 425-9378.
SBHS student’s artwork to hang in Farr’s office
San Benito High School student Nick De Hoyos took third place in the 2013 Congressional Art Competition for his charcoal drawing, “Homeless in the Land of Prosperity.” His artwork will hang in Congressman Sam Farr's Salinas office for the year.
Updated: Union Road fatality victim was from Pacific Grove
A 71-year Pacific Grove man died in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon on Union Road south of Geneil Court in San Benito County, according to a press statement from the California Highway Patrol.
Alejo’s minimum wage bill OK’d by Assembly
The California State Assembly on Thursday passed Assemblyman Luis Alejo’s bill proposing to increase the minimum wage and attach it to an inflationary index.
Top 5: Rib cook off, Summer Nights and more
Bone Off rib cook off: The fourth annual Bone Off rib cook off will be June 1 at the San Benito County Historical Park, in Tres Pinos. The amateur barbecue contest starts at 9 a.m., with judging at 3 p.m. for the 35 contestants. Admission is free. The event will include live music and games for the kids. There will be no food vendors so guests are encouraged to bring their own grill or use a community grill that will be available during the event. For more details, visit www.theboneoffbbq.com.
Officers investigate possible attempted abduction
Hollister Police officers are investigating a possible attempted abduction reported by a juvenile girl that allegedly occurred Tuesday evening in the area of Beverly Drive, near Hillcrest Road.
CAO recommends end to furloughs, step freezes
In a preliminary budget presented to the San Benito County Board of Supervisors at a special meeting Tuesday, County Administrative Officer Ray Espinosa called for keeping the “status quo” in most departments.
