Community Science Workshop wows visitors
Interactive exhibits, live animals on display outside library
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‘Bubba,’ ‘Stewie’ get another reprieve
New judge expected to make decision on notice of appeal filed by dog owners
Autism Pathways and Connections makes a difference
Providing guidance, support for autism families that need help
Hearing set for Perez Jr. following high-speed chase in stolen truck
Son of former council member facing charges he stole father’s truck, possession of paraphernalia
Hollister Little League 10U All-Stars play in Section 5 final
District 9 Champions one win away from advancing to state tournament
Son of former Hollister council member arrested after high-speed chase
Perez Jr. charged with vehicle theft, evading police officers
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Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 Honorees of 105th annual gala
Event taking place Sept. 19 at Leal Vineyards and Winery
California Climate Credit brings summer bill relief to PG&E customers
Residential Electric Credits of $72 applied across August and September bills
HPD Advisory: Speeding catches up with you – slow the fast down
Speeding is a leading factor in deadly crashes
RCRC to protect reliable communications service for rural communities
Organization files motion to intervene in AT&T’s federal lawsuit against the California Public Utilities Commission
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Two boys give Hawkins House fence a ‘Mark Twain’ refresher
Owner’s grandson, friend help preserve historic home’s fence
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Taylor Farms remains under investigation for Cyclospora outbreak despite FDA’s false positive test results
Company voluntarily recalled all iceberg lettuce sourced in Central Mexico
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Public meetings for the week of July 20
Local officials to discuss finances and projects
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Judge denies bid to expedite enforcement of court agreement on Lands of Lee project
Despite loss, developer Bill Lee says court ‘put pressure’ on county to move forward
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San Benito County pastor arrested on child sexual assault charges
Monterey County Sheriff’s Office alleges abuse started 14 years ago
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Health care district purchases triplex to house visiting doctors
Residential building near Hazel Hawkins cost $1.15 million
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Opinions
COMMUNITY OPINION: Enforcing AB 1896 appears to be questionable
Baldo Salcido discusses his views on AB 1896
COMMENTARY: Journalism is changing, Public Records laws should keep up.
Blueprint owner and writer discusses his view on AB 1821 and Public Record Requests
COMMUNITY OPINION: Why ‘Best Church’ and elected officials serve all constituents
Catherine Booth discusses her view on paper choosing ‘Best Church’ and how elected officials serve everyone in their district.
COMMUNITY OPINION: Rivas tells veterans to GTFO under anti-DHS bill
Steve Smith discusses his views on the AB 1896 – Get the Feds Out Act
COMMENTARY: Supervisor proposes solutions to help Sheriff’s Office staffing challenge
Supervisor Kosmicki discusses his ideas to bring more sheriff deputies in the county
news RElease
The Indigenous Fashion Show Gala scheduled
‘Yellowstone’ actor Gregory Zaragoza to attend Aug. 29 event in Bolado Park
Red Cross announces blood shortage
Summer blood donations far lower than needed
US 101/SR 25 Interchange Project update
Construction Activities Scheduled for July 13–17
CDFW and partners collaborate to reduce Wolf-Livestock conflict and benefit ranchers
California Department of Fish and Wildlife has awarded funds to four organizations
Superior Court announces selection of the 2026–2027 Civil Grand Jury
San Benito County Civil Grand Jury were official selected and sworn in on Friday, June 30
San Benito Leadership Institute here to stay
Local program earns 0fficial nonprofit status
Eat, Drink, Savor
Eat, Drink, Savor: The competitive BBQ of Los Mexi”Q”tioners
Part-time, Hollister-based pitmaster scores high in regional, national contests
Eat, Drink, Savor: Fresh Direct Fusion expands to fill demand
Recent twice-a-week delivery schedule accommodates working families with healthy foods
Sports and Recreation
Hollister Heat’s generations on the diamond
Legacy of girls softball program lives on through generational ties
Local family turns World Cup dream into unforgettable summer
Arces attend two Cup matches, one in Houston and one in Santa Clara
Special reports
BL Special Report: Nonprofit says hospital’s charity program is little-known
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital has written off $3.93 million in patient…
BL Special Report: Q&A with Planning Commissioner Peter Hernandez
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Note: When published, this article failed to note that Peter Hernandez…
BL Special Report: Montessori School site project latest to be delayed by city
Lea este artículo en español aquí. When Sandra Schwehr first thought about opening the Little Tree Montessori…
BL Special Report: Mountain lions, though protected, remain controversial
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Over the past nearly four decades, there has been heated debate…
FEatures
County’s draft climate readiness, environmental hazards plan seeks public input
Lea este artículo en español aquí. More than a decade after a previous version was adopted, the San Benito County Resource Management Agency recently released…
Spectrum backs BenitoLink’s ‘Senior TekConnect’ project
Lea este artículo en español aquí. San Benito County has a growing senior population, and many seniors struggle with technology. Thanks to a Spectrum grant…
July 17 court hearing set for condemned dogs ‘Bubba’ and ‘Stewie’
Lea este artículo en español aquí. The fate of “Bubba” and “Stewie,” two dogs owned by Timothy Pierson who were ordered to be euthanized after…
‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’ starts two-week run
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Brought to life by a cast of more than 50 performers,…
Heat Advisory issued for Hollister, San Benito County for July 14
Lea este artículo en español aquí. A heat advisory has been issued for Hollister, San Benito County…
Hollister Police respond to more than 250 calls during Hollister Independence Rally
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Hollister Police were kept busy with 253 citywide service calls during…
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