Maze students settle for pizza, bookstores after college field trip falls through
School staff blames the district for lack of transportation, superintendent admits mistake
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Hollister native called up to El Salvador’s national team
Elyssa Hernandez on women’s soccer squad competing for a spot in 2027 World Cup
Cultivating the next generation of ag leaders
Young Farmers & Ranchers keeps people involved in agriculture after high school
San Benito County Office of Education hosts Art Showcase
More than 4,000 student artwork pieces on view April 9 at Veterans Memorial Building
Supervisors approve San Juan Oaks map
Decade-old project moves forward with second phase, county park nears completion
Local soccer player headed to international youth meet
Aliyah De La Rosa will compete in Puebla, Mexico, for 2026 Olimpiadas Conade
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Waltz Creative opens applications for nonprofit grant program
Applications will be accepted through May 15
COMMUNITY OPINION: Employees of the Auditor-Controller statements
Current employees share their views on County Auditor-Controller Joe Paul Gonzalez
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COG to consider Caltrans call for axing Hwy 25 expressway alternative
Proposal looks at building conventional highway instead
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Balers softball builds identity through resilience, leadership
Hollister gained confidence against tough early schedule
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One killed in Shore Road fatal crash
Witnesses say deceased was attempting to pass at high speeds
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Lawsuit challenging Amah Mutsun can proceed after judge rejects dismissal bid
Indigenous group wants to be on state’s tribe list and Amah Mutsun removed
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Retired judge reflects on career at local bar association event
Group sets sights on more community involvement, outreach
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Public meetings for the week of April 13
Local officials to discuss an ag processing project, Hwy 25 alternatives and Gavilan College transit
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Opinions
COMMUNITY OPINION: When elected officials try to stop you from voting
Heidi Connor discusses her views on steps supervisors are taking to interfere with the recall election process
COMMUNITY OPINION: San Benito County deserves serious leadership on energy
Daniel Camacho discusses his views on Supervisor Velazquez’s stand on solar energy
PUBLIC LETTER: Who truly benefits from all of these market-rate housing units?
Planning Commissioner, Julio Rodriquez discusses his views on growth in the county
PUBLIC LETTER: Supervisor’s behavior towards Auditor
Briana Mancebo discusses her views on Supervisor Kosmicki’s treatment of County Auditor, Joe Paul Gonzalez
PUBLIC LETTER: BenitoLink’s County Auditor Q&A
Heather Simpson-Bluhm discusses her views on an answer given by Laura Garcilazo
news RElease
The Superior Court introducing its inaugural summer internship program.
Program is open to high school and college students
Superior Court of San Benito County announces 2026 Law Day Essay Contest
Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m., April 24
California Climate Credit energy bill savings coming to PG&E customers
Residential customers could receive $46.26 in natural gas credit
San Benito Leadership Institute hosts first-ever info night for 2026–2027 cohort
Event offers prospective applicants an inside look at SBLI’s impactful leadership program
San Juan Bautista Repaving Project begins
Work starts on April 13
Community Foundation’s grant rounds return
Grant guidelines and application details will be announced soon
Eat, Drink, Savor
Eat, Drink, Savor: Supreme Sushi shines in new location
Owner Casey Munoz adds hibachi items to popular fusion menu
Eat, Drink, Savor: Sour Sweet Treats is a promise delivered
From Dubai strawberries to raspados and ‘bowlables,’ freshness and flavor are key.
Sports and Recreation
Hollister High freshman Lopez leads team to league title, named co-MVP
First Baler freshman to win top individual honor
Young Balers show growth as baseball season progresses
Hollister High has compiled an 8-4 overall record, 7-1 in league so far
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
Hollister musician Cody Chavez to play 2026 Coachella Festival
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Two decades ago, a 12-year-old Cody Chavez locked himself in his Hollister room for the summer to teach himself…
Poppy Jasper Festival features Ukraine war documentary
Lea este artículo en español aquí. The grim realities of the war in Ukraine are documented in ‘Flowers Beyond the Dark,’ one of the entries…
Poppy Jasper film highlights Hollister printed circuit board manufacturer
Lea este artículo en español aquí. The printed circuit board (PCB) provides the brains for thousands of products that impact our lives in ways that…
Dinner celebrates Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act…
‘All Wars Veterans Appreciation Dinner’ to feature author Drew Webb
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Drew Webb’s writing room is in a tree house he built…
County third-graders take part in Farm Day at Bolado Park
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Just under 1,000 third grade students from schools throughout San Benito…
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