March 23, 2020 | BenitoLink

Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital. File photo.

Health

Hazel Hawkins opens care tent for high risk patients

Published 03/23/2020
BenitoLink Staff

Tent behind Sunset Health Care Center will provide screening and care for patients with fever and respiratory issues who cannot be seen in their regular physician’s office. COVID-19 testing will also be available, but only for patients at risk who meet strict CDC criteria for testing. Appointment only, no walk-ins.

Novel Coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Centers for Disease Control.

Health

March 23 coronavirus roundup for San Benito County

Published 03/23/2020
BenitoLink Staff

Free dial-a-ride services Monday to Friday (essential trips only) though April 7; Panetta and others send letter requesting assistance for specialty crop industry; YMCA supporting childcare needs of those with essential community roles who must continue working during pandemic.

Hollister City Council members Honor Spencer and Carol Lenoir were present for the March 20 emergency meeting. Photos by John Chadwell.

Government / Politics

Hollister City Council approves 11 resolutions to address COVID-19

Published 03/23/2020
BenitoLink Reporter, John Chadwell

Water shut-offs for delinquent accounts discontinued, playgrounds closed for duration of local emergency declaration.

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

Community Opinions

COMMUNITY OPINION: An open letter to the community and Board of Supervisors

Published 03/23/2020
Community Contributor, Laura Stampleman

Aromas resident Laura Stampleman shares her thoughts about the economic and physical health/wellbeing of San Benito County during the COVID-19 pandemic.