Day: April 8, 2020

Novel Coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Centers for Disease Control.

Health

April 8 coronavirus roundup for San Benito County

Thirty-three confirmed cases since February, 14 of which are active, 17 recovered; SBHS provides list of event cancellations and moves some to online; San Benito Health Foundation to receive $699K from CARES Act.

The Hollister City Council was split 2-2 when it came to approving an annexation at 1070 Buena Vista Road. Photo courtesy of Google Satellite.

Government / Politics

Hollister council in stalemate over property annexations

Marty Richman’s seat will remain vacant until November election.

Government / Politics

County accepting Request for Proposals for information technology services

Pre-proposal virtual meeting on April 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Catherine Dabo at her birthday celebration last year. Photo provided.

San Benito Lifestyle

Parade planned for 100-year old Hollister resident

Family invites community to participate in honoring longtime businesswoman.

Photo provided by SNIP Bus.

Nonprofits

SNIP Bus receives additional medical vehicle

Donation will expand low-cost veterinary services.

San Juan Bautista resident Karen Stacy has made and sold hundreds of masks from her home in recent weeks. Photo provided by Karen Stacy.

San Benito Lifestyle

San Juan seamstress stitches facial coverings

Karen Stacy makes masks that combine functionality and style.