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April 27, 2026

It’s about time for a little Champagne

"Come quickly, I'm drinking stars!" exclaimed Dom Perignon when he first discovered the bubbles in his wine some 300 years ago. And ever since, Champagne (or sparkling wine as it is called outside of the Champagne region of France) has been a staple of New Year's Eve parties and celebrations everywhere.

Finding that perfect Christmas gift under your tree

You know, there are truly all kinds of Christmas presents. Sometimes the perfect gift is the kind you don't even have to wrap, which, I hope, is the kind waiting under your tree.

White teeth aren’t necessarily healthy

Q: We've taken Eli, our poodle, to the same groomer for the past seven years. He loves going there and looks fabulous when they are done. They also clean his teeth and he has a beautiful smile when they finish. But our vet tells us that the groomer's dental work is not good enough and his teeth should be cleaned at the clinic. This means anesthesia and an expensive vet bill. The vet insists the groomer can't do the job, even though Eli looks so good afterwards. My husband thinks the vet is trying to drum up more business. She's a good veterinarian, and I usually trust her judgement. What's the story here?

Gems from ‘The Ultimate Gift’

As we approach another holiday season, I thought it would be appropriate to share some thoughts from a favorite gift book of mine, "The Ultimate Gift", by Jim Stovall. The book is told in an easy to read story fashion and filled with little gems of wisdom.

Sharing local news just got a lot easier

The same URL you use to get your daily Hollister news is packing an entirely new kind of punch, and we hope you have checked it out since our new website launch Dec. 14. With equal ingredients of ease, convenience and style – the new online platform is designed for reader interaction via calendars, photo galleries and announcements.

Updates: Jobless rate goes up in winter

In this installment of Updates, find out the latest on the local jobless rate, along with bullying prevention efforts and the new restrooms at the Mission.

NFL: Niners’ offense makes a statement

The challenge flag came out of Jim Harbaugh's hand, and as it sailed onto the field, it carried a fear that surely formed in the back of the 49ers coach's mind.

Briefs: Art League calendars on sale

Art League calendars on sale

Erskine: Holiday hiking for family and friends

The holidays are at hand. The joy and festivities of the season reach a fever pitch as family and friends begin to arrive for their annual visit. If you recall, it was about day two or three of their visits last year before the walls of your house appeared to be closing in. Remember? At the same time, you felt a slight rush of anxiety and an unusually rapid heart rate.

College Beat: Murphy’s Bison in FCS title game

Using a swarming defense to shut down the potent Georgia State running game, the North Dakota State Bison and former Baler Michael Murphy, earned a berth in the FCS national championship game on Jan. 7 in Dallas.

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