College Beat: SBHS alum Tonascia named to CCCAA Honor Roll
San Benito High and Gavilan College graduate Emily Tonascia was named to the 2012 Scholar Athlete Women’s Honor Roll by the California Community Colleges Athletics Association.
Dog’s neighborhood enemies make resolution difficult
You know how on New Year's Day you recklessly make those stupid things called resolutions? And you know how one of those resolutions is always to lose weight because basically you've been eating fattening food for the entire holiday season and your pants no longer zip up? And you know how you always feel so much better about yourself when you write down “exercise more, eat less?”
Hazel Hawkins awarded for OB safety standards
The Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital's Obstetrical Department was the recent recipient of the prestigious “Quest for Zero” award from BETA Healthcare Group for excellence in O.B. safety standards, according to an announcement from the hospital.
Christians begin preparation for Easter
Despite society’s exuberance regarding Christmas, Easter is “the greatest and oldest feast of the Christian Church.” This ancient holiday commemorates the resurrection from the dead of Jesus Christ and is the linchpin of a whole series of Christian holy days.
Financial gifts for longtime Valentines
Love is in the air this week, as Valentine’s Day rolls around again. During the course of your life, you’ve probably sent your share of flowers and candy. But if your valentine is also your spouse – and, in particular, your longtime spouse – you may want to go beyond roses and chocolates this year to give a gift that can help lead to financial security.
Public health: County could see hike in flu cases
The county's public health department warned that there could be an increase in the number of flu cases for San Benito County in the coming weeks, and stressed that residents should still consider vaccinations.
Local businesses rejoice over 49ers run, plan Sunday events
San Francisco 49ers fans will likely be forever grateful to Jim Harbaugh for coaching the franchise to its first Super Bowl appearance in 18 years this season. San Benito County businesses have reason to be appreciative, too.
Getting Out: Local wetlands are perfect for bird watching
Every time I drive along state Route 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, I can’t help but think of all the things I am surely missing. On one side, curious country roads – Gazos Creek Road, Bean Hollow Road – beckon as I pass by. On the other side, I know that one beach after another is hidden at the base of the cliff beyond the few cars parked at a succession of unmarked access points.
