Editorial: The cost of ending SNAP—and the hunger it will bring
In the coming days, the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces elimination for the month of November, or it may be partially funded—moves that threaten to deepen food insecurity for millions of Americans, including many right here in Hollister.
SNAP, formerly known as food...
Guest View: CattleWomen wrangling local activities
As this 2014 year closed and we begin to plan our activities for 2015, we would like to share our activities during the summer and fall of 2014. Our mission is to enhance beef’s image and educate our community about good, healthful ways to improve their health and that of their families. The CattleWomen have been busy within this community with lots of activities and events to make our community a better place to live.
Letter: Leaders have been disappointing on Measure J
Local leadership on Measure J has been disappointing. Some local leaders say they support Measure J and some say they don't. And some don't have anything to say at all. Most are afraid that “fracking” is too controversial a subject to waste time on because of the negative social connotation the word conjures, even though fracking isn't proposed here in San Benito County.
