Artists to gather feedback on mural project
The San Benito County Arts Council will hold a virtual workshop as part of a Community Arts Impact Project led by visual artist Venecia Prudencio, photographer Marisa Duran and El Teatro Campesino member Christy Sandoval.
The Community Arts Impact Project was designed to bring together...
With firm foundation, San Benito boys basketball team looks to the future
Despite a 50-36 loss in the opening round of the Central Coast Section Division I playoffs on Feb. 18, San Benito High boys basketball coach Bo Buller wasn’t too downtrodden afterward.
After all, the Haybalers had their best season in eight years and the future...
Organizer: New Fresno garlic festival not a competitor to Gilroy
The organizers of a new garlic festival in Fresno County say the event is not meant to rival Gilroy’s long-standing tradition, but rather, is a celebration of the California-grown bulb and the people behind it.
The National Garlic Festival, put on by National Food Festivals,...
PG&E to increase undergrounding efforts in San Benito County
Californians know to expect the unexpected. From earthquakes shaking us awake to wildfires racing through our mountains to tsunamis rocking the boats in our harbors, our great state offers breathtaking beauty mixed with a little unnerving excitement.
In recent years, residents of the Golden State...
Police report robbery, overdose, vehicle theft in Hollister
Hollister Police were busy Feb. 17-18 responding to numerous high-priority calls, including a violent robbery involving a juvenile victim, a fentanyl overdose and a stolen trailer that resulted in an arrest.
Officers are still seeking information about the suspect or suspects in an alleged strong-arm...
Epicenter nears completion before opening for business
The latest installment of “Project Revitalize” in downtown Hollister is nearly complete after the Epicenter opened its doors last week.
Community Foundation for San Benito County President/CEO Gary Byrne was the official tour guide Feb. 12, allowing the public to get a sneak peek of...
Balers’ roundup: Boys soccer team, 3 wrestlers win league titles; CCS tournament starts
In the context of a high school sports season, rarely is a league championship and Central Coast Section playoff berth decided on the final day of the regular-season between the very two teams that are in contention for them.
But that’s exactly the situation the...
Mobile Covid-19 test site comes to Hollister Feb. 23
Starting Feb. 23, a mobile OptumServe Covid-19 testing bus will be offering appointment-based and drop-in tests in Hollister, says a press release.
The testing bus will be located at Brigantino Park, 2045 San Juan Hollister Road in Hollister. The Covid-19 mobile testing bus will be...
Local Scene: Caltrans plan; HSD registration; arts council
Caltrans District 5 completes Active Transportation Plan
The Caltrans District 5 Active Transportation Plan, which includes San Benito County, has been completed.
The plan was developed with partner agencies, advocates and members of the public. It includes a list of bicycle and pedestrian needs for travel...
County approves more homes, plans for embattled Santana Ranch
The developer of the Santana Ranch neighborhood recently gained permission to build more homes off Fairview Road, even though the embattled project is behind on its affordable housing requirements spelled out in a nearly 11-year-old agreement with the county.
The San Benito County Board of...
