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Photo courtesy of San Benito High School.

Funds will be used to help purchase reusable trays for the campus cafeteria to replace the use of paper plates for food distribution.

San Benito County precipitation levels deemed satisfactory

Published 12/18/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Since the start of this Water Year, San Benito County has received close to five inches of precipitation as of Dec. 12.

State Assemblyman Robert Rivas speaks at a BenitoLink-hosted town hall in October 2019. Photo by Leslie David.

Assemblyman Robert Rivas launches ‘There Ought To Be A Law’ program

Published 12/17/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Residents of Assembly District 30, which encompasses all of San Benito County, are invited to submit ideas for state legislation.

Residents support their local news

Published 12/17/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Individual donations of $1,000 or less will be matched up to a total of $35,000 until midnight Dec. 31 during our annual fundraiser known as Pledge of Champions!

SBHS wrestling room named in honor of Judy Rider

Published 12/16/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Rider, who passed away in 2006, was involved with Baler wrestling, football, baseball, band, and was a founding member of the Baler Education Foundation.

Farmworkers in San Benito County. File photo by John Chadwell.

Farm Workforce Modernization Act passes in the House

Published 12/11/2019
BenitoLink Staff

“The Farm Workforce Modernization Act is a critical, bipartisan step forward for both our farmers and farmworkers,” Congressman Jimmy Panetta said.

Pledge of Champions 2019 continues

Published 12/10/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Readers play an important role in the health of their own community news. Their support helps us continue reporting on local government, education, transportation, housing, and other important topics.

Environment / Nature

Free admission to Monterey Bay Aquarium for San Benito County residents

Published 12/09/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Community Open House running now through Dec. 15.

The Rotary Club of Hollister recognized four SBHS students: Ella Shara Pascua, Kayden Rhodabarger, Kayla Sanchez and Abel Macias. Photo provided by Rotary Club of Hollister.

Schools & Education

Rotary Club of Hollister recognizes SBHS students

Published 12/07/2019
BenitoLink Staff

This is the 15th year the club has celebrated those in the Student of the Month program.

Government / Politics

Candidates for the March 3 Primary Election

Published 12/06/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Filing deadline ended Dec. 6. Seats up for election include the 20th Congressional District, 30th State Assembly District, and Supervisor Districts 1, 2, and 5.

County Express bus at a Fixed Route stop. Photo provided by COG.

Transportation

Public input requested for Hwy. 25 Corridor Transit Study

Published 12/06/2019
BenitoLink Staff

Meeting is expected to cover plans on how to provide faster transportation services between Hollister and Gilroy.

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Business / Economy

Monterey Bay Community Power board votes to expand service area

Published 12/06/2019
BenitoLink Staff

New additions include Arroyo Grande, Carpinteria, Del Rey Oaks, Goleta, Guadalupe, Grover Beach, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Santa Maria, Solvang, and Santa Barbara County.