Editorials

If you ever cared for an infant you how selfish they are; they

The roar of the thousands of motorcycles has dimmed and downtown

It's an unreliable rule of thumb to vote on a ballot

The closing of Lindeman Dodge Chrysler Jeep Wednesday sent a

For the City Council's decision to hire Public Works Director

Thumbs Up: For the Hollister Police Department and other agencies who pitched in for security at the 8th Annual Independence Rally. There were arrests and DUIs, but the crowded rally – many are saying it was as big as they've ever seen – never got out of control. Police Chief Jeff Miller deserves a hand for planning enforcement that made sure the wild ones never got too wild. An especially good move was a gang crackdown beginning the Wednesday before the rally kicked off and lasting through the weekend. Police nabbed 25 people during gang sweeps. We're sure that contributed to a smooth event.

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Thumbs up: For the San Juan Bautista Chamber of Commerce and the SJB Downtown Merchants Association and others that are trying to draw more tourists to their charming little town. They want to put a billboard on U.S. 101 to let passing motorists know the town is there; they are trying to attract bus tours; and they hosted a media day Thursday to try to spread the word. We wish them the best of luck. San Juan Bautista is an eccentric and fun burg that oozes personality. It deserves broad attention and the economic boost that will come with it.