Letter: Save our little gem
My name is Thomas J. Hawkins, a fourth Generation San Benito County cattle rancher. I was named for my locally famous great grandfather, Thomas S. Hawkins, who settled here in 1867, 157 years ago, at the age of 31.
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital saves lives,...
Guest View: Reader takes exception on dog park piece
This is in response to the “City places dogs before humans with local parks” article that appeared in the March 18 Free Lance. The article was noted to be submitted by the Community Insight Board, which claims to be an independent panel of volunteers.
Sudden council departure disrupts system, offers lessons for future Hollister elections
Roy Sims’ abrupt departure from his recently awarded Hollister City Council seat reflects the fragility of representation in a small town.
Sims was a newcomer to the political scene after his narrow election in November over Tim Burns. But just three months into his four-year...






