Bill Mifsud Jr. stands where the original Bill's Bullpen Baseball Cards and Comics stood in 1989. The Loma Prieta earthquake caused damage to the shop that forced the business to relocate. Photo by Patty Lopez Day.

History & Profiles

Hollister merchants recall 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake

The Calaveras fault run through town.

Cal Fire was one of the state agencies that spoke at the wildfire town hall meeting on April 4. Photo courtesy of Jim Gillio.

Police / Fire

State, local agencies discuss wildfire preparedness and prevention

Residents attend town hall hosted by San Benito Fire Safe Council.

Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Nonprofits

Local fire groups to hold town hall on wildfire preparation

April 4 session covers prevention and response in hazard zones of San Benito County.

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Rainfall is a reminder to be ready for a wet winter

San Benito County Office of Emergency Services to host three meetings this month to address preparedness measures

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Police / Fire

Hollister fire chief encourages quake preparedness

Napa quake serves as a reminder to create or reinforce safety plans

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Nonprofits

Continuity of Operations and Personal Preparedness

Free community preparedness presentation Sunday, April 21, 5:30 to 7:30 at Abundant Life Foursquare Church 790 Bolsa Rd, Hollister