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Business / Economy

District Attorney’s office finds no fuel price fixing

Published 03/20/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Noe Magaña

An investigation was initiated following complaints that a Safeway employee said the pricing was due to a past litigation settlement that required Safeway to price fuel at the community average.

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News Release

R.O Hardin literacy program leading the way

Published 03/19/2023
Community Contributor, Hollister School District

District says program has led to improvements including having 8% of kindergarten students being below grade level literacy, 77% are within and 15% are above grade level.

Alfredo Zendejas is accused of two counts of premeditated murders and three attempted murders. Photo by John Chadwell.

News

Zendejas murder case delayed as judge recuses himself

Published 03/18/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, John Chadwell

San Benito County Superior Court Judge Patrick Palacios was the deputy district attorney on another felony case involving the same defendant.

Jesus Garcia. Photo by Robert Eliason.

Children and Youth

San Juan Elementary graduates its first Guitars Not Guns class

Published 03/17/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Robert Eliason

The free program helps students learn basic skills and receive their own guitar.

Commander Tomas Corral. Photo courtesy of SBC Sheriff's Office.

Contributed Articles

Local law enforcement officer graduates from FBI National Academy

Published 03/17/2023
BenitoLink Staff

Commander Tomas Corral was one of two hundred and forty-seven law enforcement officers from 47 states and the District of Columbia.

Photo courtesy of Caltrans District 5.

Contributed Articles

Caltrans announces updated timeline State Route 198 re-opening

Published 03/17/2023
BenitoLink Staff

Target date of a complete reopening is estimated to be early May 2023.

Michael Parsons.

Announcements

Local election official receives highest state certification

Published 03/17/2023
SBC Clerk, Auditor & Recorder/ Registrar of Voters

Michael Parsons certified as a State Registration Election Official.

At least three flood events have devastated northern San Benito County since January, and more are predicted to come. Photo by John Chadwell.

News

County waives fees to help property flood victims

Published 03/17/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, John Chadwell

San Benito supervisors approve up to $75,000 in waivers for 50 residents affected by floods to ease reconstruction efforts.

Sign marking the entrance to the gallery. Photo Eden De Alba.

Art & Culture

Balers get creative in upcoming art show

Published 03/16/2023
Eden De Alba

The gallery at Hollister High will feature over 100 pieces by current students.

FEATURES

Blue Dot marks the location of the cluster of earthquakes on March 14 on 15. Photo from USGS.

Features

12 earthquakes rattle Tres Pinos area

Published 03/16/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Carmel de Bertaut

A guide to understanding earthquakes in San Benito County.

Billy Thibodeau and some of her animals. Photo by Robert Eliason.

Features

Changes underway at the St. Francis Retreat

Published 03/11/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Robert Eliason

Ben Combs, the new executive director, begins making his mark with a series of improvements.

Hollister Police Chief Carlos Reynoso said it was not possible to recruit police officers from other cities to provide security for the event. Photo of the 2019 Biker Rally by John Chadwell.

Government / Politics

Hollister not hosting motorcycle rally this year

Published 03/08/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, John Chadwell

Police Chief Carlos Reynoso says the greatest obstacle is obtaining enough security for public safety.

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COMMUNITY OPINION

Community members are invited to share their opinions on BenitoLink. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: We need Hazel Hawkins

Published 03/13/2023
Community Contributor, Mishel Thomas

Mishel Thomas writes about working for the hospital and the potential impact on the community if it were to close.

Community members are invited to share their opinions on BenitoLink. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: Governor’s action protects water supplies

Published 03/09/2023
Community Contributor, Guest Writer

Senator Anna Caballero writes that more nimble management of the water stored in our reservoirs is essential.

Community members are invited to share their opinions on BenitoLink. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: Strengthen Social Security

Published 03/08/2023
Community Contributor, Aurelio Zuniga

Aurelio Zuñiga writes about three options the government should be considering.

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Business & Nonprofits

Chuck Frowein, owner of Hollister’s Grillin & Chillin Roadhouse and Alehouse, says inflation has become yet another problem for restaurants.

Business / Economy

Rising prices a new challenge for restaurants

Published 02/15/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Robert Eliason

Hollister City Council decided to allow any business in the city to apply for low-interest loan. Photo by John Chadwell.

Government / Politics

Hollister council revises low-interest loan program for a second time

Published 02/10/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, John Chadwell

Attendees feast on crab in 2019 Crab crack and dance. Photo courtesy of Hollister Exchange Club.

Nonprofits

Hollister Exchange Club gets cracking for upcoming Crab Crack and Dance

Published 02/08/2023
BenitoLink Reporter, Eden De Alba

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