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January 25, 2026

Editorial: Supervisors cling to closed-door culture

Former Supervisor Pat Loe, who opposed the proposal to lower the minimum educational requirements for the county administrative officer, addressed the basic problem. Supervisors cannot decide this behind closed doors, she said. Nonetheless, that is what happened. The public debate was nothing but a formality, and the decisions were already made all the way to appointment.

Water Cooler: Should the feds delay the individual mandate?

Panelists answered the following question: Should the federal government delay the rollout of the individual mandate portion of the Affordable Care Act?

Guest View: Reds 1, Wounded Warriors 0

The late, great Will Rogers was asked if he ever worried about running out of hilarious material. The rope-twirling cowboy and son of a Cherokee tribal judge drawled, “Not as long as Congress is in session!”

Editorial: Fair board made responsible last call

The 33rd Agricultural District Board's first obligation is to keep the fairgrounds open for business. For that reason, and because continued fiscal cuts have placed Bolado Park's future in jeopardy, the fair board made a sensible decision by shifting primary rights for alcohol sales to the district's nonprofit foundation.  

Water Cooler: Add second high school or expand SBHS campus?

Panelists answered the following: Should the San Benito High School District plan to eventually build a second high school as opposed to expanding the current campus?

Letter: Disagreeing on water project editorial

In response to your editorial "Proposition puts taxpayers at disadvantage" I disagree with the tone and logic suggested by your board regarding water rate increases.

Letter: Questioning the county’s General Plan

The first sentence of the Land Use Element of the San Benito County General Plan Draft states:  “San Benito County has land use regulatory authority over all unincorporated land in the county…”

Editorial: Fundraising is the right direction for flag reimbursement

On several holidays throughout recent years, the local Boy Scouts have put out those American flags lining San Benito Street in downtown Hollister. It has been a gracious showing of community support and patriotism. It has taught those Scouts the value of service and added another reminder for others to appreciate those who give back.

Water Cooler: Have Americans lost awareness for Sept. 11?

Panelists answered the following: Do you believe Americans have lost the appropriate sense of awareness for the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks?

Water Cooler: Should blind residents have right to gun permits?

Panelists answered the following: Should states grant permits to acquire or carry guns in public for people who are legally or completely blind?

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