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Local Scene: Offer input on regional transportation plan

December 18, 2025

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Graniterock seeks to amend permit for Wilson Quarry

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Sports Roundup: Winter competition is underway at Hollister HS

December 17, 2025

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Students rewarded for behavior with luncheon

December 17, 2025

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Sports Roundup: Winter competition is underway at Hollister HS

Hollister HS Boys Basketball (4-4 overall) Recent results: Won 67-10 at Pajaro Valley; Won 72-40 vs. Greenfield; Won 54-48 vs. Monte Vista Christian; Lost 53-45...

Santa at the library

Laughter, excitement and a few shy smiles filled a room of the library last week as families lined up for one of the community’s...

Rancho San Justo families enjoy Winter Wellness Wonderland

Rancho San Justo Middle School hosted its inaugural Winter Wellness Wonderland event Dec. 2 with nearly 150 families in attendance. Those families left with resources...

Around Town: Hollister restaurant hosts holiday pet event

The aroma of good food and the purr of community spirit will come together as the Running Rooster Restaurant hosts a special fundraiser to...

State controller agrees to audit San Benito County

The California State Controller’s office this week notified San Benito County officials that its Local Government Oversight Team will conduct a full audit of...

Editorial: ‘Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus’

The following editorial appeared in The New York Sun on Sept. 21, 1897 in response to a Letter To The Editor by 8-year-old Virginia...

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Laughter, excitement and a few shy smiles filled a room of the library last week as families lined up for one of the community’s most beloved holiday traditions: photos with Santa. Dozens of children eagerly waited their turn to share wishes with St. Nick. San Benito County Library staff transformed...