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Developers Will Pay for Measure a Elections
At its Jan. 11 meeting, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors took its first steps in adapting to the changes brought by Measure A, the initiative which reshaped the county’s land use decision-making process. The board unanimously approved modifying the county’s General Plan and determined that developers would pay for Measure A-related elections.
Students, Administrators Respond to Trump’s Immigration Policy Changes
Across school districts in San Benito County, students and administrators have been making plans in response to the Trump administration’s immigration policy changes.
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California Schools Still Fall Behind Despite Big Increases in Spending
As academic researchers continue to explore what happened to public education during and after the COVID19 pandemic, they are confirming the harsh reality of decline in such basic skills as reading and mathematics.
California Court Rules Against Baker in Revival of Same-Sex Wedding Cake Disputes
A California appeals court rules a baker can’t refuse to sell a generic cake to a lesbian couple. It’s part of a series of cases shaping the debate over free speech and anti-discrimination laws.
A New Chapter for Baler Aquatic Center Under YMCA Leadership
The YMCA of San Benito County is thrilled to announce its partnership with Hollister High School to manage the Baler Aquatic Center, expanding community access to high-quality swim programs and aquatic fitness opportunities.
Little Tree Community Branches Out
Hollister resident Sandra Schwehr and her colleagues had a vision of bridging the gap between school and families. As a teacher in a local Montessori school, Schwehr said she believed that a small classroom structure could foster better connections “We wanted to build a space where the kids not only could be friends but their parents could be friends, and that we could also be a part of the family,” she said.In 2020, Schwehr and her daughter Natasha Schwehr founded Little Tree Community.
California City Makes ‘Aiding’ or ‘Abetting’ a Homeless Camp Illegal
Outreach workers in the Bay Area city of Fremont worry the new ordinance could target them, despite assurances from the city.
‘It Was Just a Regular Morning’: Californians Picked Up in Recent ICE Raids Include Kids, Volunteers
Interviews suggest some people swept up in Trump’s immigration crackdown are dedicated to their families and communities — not hardened criminals.
Community Town Hall on Fire Protection Services
The City of San Juan Bautista will host a town hall meeting on Feb. 22 to discuss the status of fire protection services in our community. This important meeting will provide residents with the opportunity to hear directly from city staff, the Hollister fire chief, and CalFire personnel regarding the current state and future of fire services in San Juan Bautista.
Common Sense Soap Recalls Beef Tallow Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Frozen Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Pasties Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen
AKT Trading Inc. Recalls Seasoned Bamboo Shoots Because of Possible Health Risk
Black History Month provides an opportunity to remember the achievements of African Americans who fought for equality in the Golden State.
Not long ago, California's Legislative Black Caucus made history. Here's what they accomplished, and how it fits into California history going all the way back.
With the new year fully underway, and government officials under attack back east, we offer a defense of local public servants.
Silicon Valley tech billionaires have placed themselves at the right hand of the president, and they are attacking the US Department of Education. Here is a defense of public schools.
We celebrate this double-holiday with stories of citizens taking action—from a weather-watching hero in LA county to a student planner committed to the truth.
A call with an evacuated friend fleeing fires in Los Angeles, and journalism's scary "platform problem."
In the shadow of Silicon Valley, and on California's North Coast, local news outlets deliver essential information.
In Hollister, a nonprofit newsroom keeps local residents apprised of momentous changes.
Over the past year, we’ve witnessed big changes throughout the state, and today we present a quick look at a handful of some important ways California's civic landscape is shifting.
We check in on efforts to raise some dams in the state to store more water, and to raze some dams to to let water run free.
Californians are fed up with flash-mob shoplifting, smash-and-grab theft, and an alarming uptick in Fentanyl deaths.
We are partnering with Bay City News to do some big things. And we're feeling grateful.
Finding information about the community can be hard. We have a plan to make it easy.
Throughout California, people are being sworn into office—some for the first time, and others in the midst of long careers. Adam Schiff is one of the latter.
The LA Democrat takes office under fire, but says he will strive for bipartisanship.
For more than a century, business leaders have done a lot of good. And then Elon and his friends show up and make us all look selfish and bad.
Founded as a business organization in 1915, the Kiwanis Club now serves millions of children worldwide.
A movement started just 12 years ago has gone global—and local. Meanwhile, one of the oldest and largest philanthropic enterprises in the world continues to serve.
In the wake of the First World War, a group of business leaders built an international organization of more than 1,000 local service clubs in less than a decade. It has grown to be one of the biggest philanthropic organizations …
Week One of the charismatic-megafauna segment of our Doing Good series features the BPOE Elks. And: San Diego Zoo cams!
Hollister Farms’ Newest Building Gets Go Ahead From Planning Commissioners
Hollister Farms has received planning commission approval for "Shops 3," a 7,200 square foot building with three retail spaces, including a fast food location. City planners expressed concern over...
The Housing Element Part 2: Builder’s Remedy and The Cost of Non-Compliance
This is part 2 of a multi-part series that dives into state housing policy and its local impact on San Benito County. Part 1 can be located here. Once again we invite you to get comfortable with y...
14 Reasons to Plan a Getaway to Gilroy
The last Tuesday of January is “National Plan for Vacation Day”—so here’s a quick list of 14 reasons you should plan your next trip to Gilroy, California. Whether you come [...]
New Retail/Commercial Opportunities Continue to Increase in San Benito County
The retail landscape is poised for substantial growth in Hollister, with over 300,000 square feet of new commercial space being developed. Multiple shopping centers, including Hollister Farms and ...
The Housing Element Part 1: What is It?
The post discusses San Benito County's housing policy and its impact, highlighting the Housing Element's role as a state-mandated blueprint for local housing needs. Currently, all local jurisdicti...
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