Author: Jenny Mendolla Arbizu

Judy and Dennis Davilla celebrate two years of running Hollister Floors and More. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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Entirely Floored

Hollister Floors and More expands to include a showroom.

Sanchez, during her cancer treatment. Photo courtesy of Susie Sanchez.

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A life-changing diagnosis

Hollister resident and former Raiderette Susie Sanchez talks about HPV and anal cancer.

Community businesses and organizations participated in the celebration and resource fair. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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Celebration that counts

Youth Alliance distributes 500 burritos in celebration of census efforts.

Farmhouse Cafe owner, Becky Herbert, assists customer in the cafe's new retail section of books. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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Coffee, Table, Books

Farmhouse Cafe reopens with a small book and gift store, plus unique espresso drinks.

Photo by Jenny Arbizu.

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Hollister Fire swears in 3 new firefighters

Six department members receive promotions.

Employee, Susan Tiffan (left), and owner, Sheila Stevens in She's Consignment Store. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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She’s Consignment rises from the ashes

Closed by fire, the store has reopened in a new spot.

Graduating students during the flag salute. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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San Andreas High School holds graduation

Continuation students overcome obstacles of pandemic to sharpen their focus.

Bernie and Palmira Ramirez at a Hollister Veterans Day event. Photo courtesy of Hollister VFW Post 9242.

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Living a life of service

Hollister VFW Post 9242 member Bernie Ramirez receives Baler Strong Award.

An outdoor wedding (prior to the spread of COVID-19) at Jardines de San Juan. Photo courtesy of Jardines de San Juan.

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Couples wary of wedding ceremonies following pandemic

Many of the ceremonies being held this year are postponements from last year.

The Running Rooster bar serves craft cocktails, while also following COVID-19 state guidelines. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu.

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Running Rooster reopens under new management

The downtown restaurant expands in size and menu.

Hollister Comfort Shoes owners, Enrique and Ecliseria Martinez, are finding their feet at their new location at 1760 Airline Highway. Photo by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu

Business

Hollister Comfort Shoes: Ahhhh

Couple bring specialty footwear to town.

(L-R) Steve Dunbar, Edie Matson, Terry Giannetto, and Connie Bishop (Vera's niece) plant a fig tree in Vera Bradley Frass's honor. Photo courtesy of Barbara Taddeo.

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Hollister resident continues 16-year Earth Day tradition

Barbara Taddeo plants trees to honor departed family and friends.

Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Nonprofits

San Benito Stage Company to host take-out dinner fundraiser and auction

Delivery options available for seniors and those with health issues.

Jonathan Arciniega (left as Evan Goldman) and cast in the opening number, “13/Becoming a Man.” Photo provided.

Art & Culture

San Benito Stage Company leaves Granada Theatre with “13 the Musical”

Opens Friday, Oct. 26 with performances through Saturday, Nov. 10.