Editorial: City should let market decide on ‘necessity’ of new businesses
For the second time in less than three years, Hollister council members haggled over an application for a new taxicab carrier in the city. Once again, it underscored the absurd notion that elected officials are deciding on the “necessity” of a new business. It also underscored that the city should amend its code and remove the demand provision when weighing any future taxi applicants.
Anzar is a public school success story
A simple trip to San Benito County's Anzar High School proves
Editorial: Business community needs independent panel as go-to source
Every day that goes by with minimum economic progress and uncoordinated actions among local business interests highlights the critical need for an economic steering committee - comprised of leaders from the private sector - which works with local governments and potential developers to create prosperity.
Mute Citizens Voice; Disconnect Hotline
The Free Lance delivers a great disservice to our community with
Orabuena trial a showcase of unfairness
It is simply hard to believe that Robert Orabuena will likely
Free Lance Editorial: City must take advantage of rally, get adviser for costs
For three years, Hollister has neglected to capitalize on its signature biker tradition and, without the annual rally, has missed out on a major opportunity for economic success.







