BASKETBALL: Mustangs defend home court against Balers, 44-38
With five games to play in the Tri-County Athletic League regular season, the Gilroy High and San Benito girls varsity basketball teams were eyeing the postseason from different perspectives as the two took the floor against one another Tuesday.
POTW: Heidi
Heidi is a 9-year-old dalmatian who has been spayed. She is sweet and mellow, and is house trained. She is also good with other dogs, cats and children. She is at the San Martin Animal Shelter and is looking to be adopted. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
GPD arrests former defendant in gang murder case
A suspected Norteno gang member who escaped murder charges last summer after prosecutors dropped their pursuit of a controversial legal doctrine has been arrested again - this time on warrants for carrying a concealed knife and possession of a controlled substance, police said.
POTW: Daisy
Hello world, I'm Daisy (86231)! I'm a sweet and active dog looking for a hiking buddy and forever home. I've had some pretty big ups and downs in my life, but I always land on my four paws. I'm affectionate and I love to meet new people and get belly rubs! I'd love to find a home where I can get lots of exercise and affection. If I sound like the right dog for you, ask to meet me today. Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.
Fair expects to save $109K annually from new lighting
The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments is presenting an award to the San Benito County Fairgrounds for its use of more than $100,000 in energy-efficient equipment donated by AMBAG and expected to save a six-figure sum annually.
Fire damages bakery on Hollister’s west side
A fire reported around midnight damaged Superior Bakery on San Juan Road and resulted in smoke spreading to neighboring businesses in the west-side shopping center.
Flores to challenge De La Cruz for board seat
Sonny Flores, the current board president for the San Benito County Water District, has pulled papers from the elections office indicating intentions to run against Supervisor Jaime De La Cruz for his District 5 seat.
Lifelong Olympic dream nearing fruition for cyclist
After six years of cycling, and spending the past few years as a professional rider in Europe, Shelley Olds is five months away from fulfilling her longtime dream of riding in the Olympics.
