County delays highway zoning decision
In this new era of virtual meetings under the COVID-19 outbreak, most of the San Benito County supervisors felt that using a technology platform to run a meeting for the first time was not appropriate for such a highly-charged topic as Highway 101 development.
The...
Survey shows support for bonds for second high school in San Benito district
As the San Benito High School District pursues all available funding opportunities for a second high school, potential bond measures to support a second high school in the district appear viable, according to survey results presented during the Jan. 9 meeting of the Board...
GUSD will explore parcel tax option
For the first time, the Gilroy Unified School District is exploring the possibility of a flat parcel tax that could cost local residents and businesses anywhere from $50 to $300 per year.
HSD Special Education Director strives for continued gains
Dr. Gabriel Gutiérrez brings a wealth of experience to his new role this year as Interim Director of Special Education for the Hollister School District.
Gutiérrez was a school psychologist in the district last year. In August, he was appointed to the interim director role.
Prior...
Hepatitis A increases in California
Public health officials warn of an increase in hepatitis A cases throughout California. While San Benito County has no confirmed cases of the disease, county public health officials want residents to know how to prevent infection.
Hepatitis A can spread through contaminated food or...
