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BenitoLink is a nonprofit news platform dedicated to the people of San Benito County. Established in 2012 with support from the Knight Foundation, local residents, and the Community Foundation for San Benito County, we transitioned to a standalone 501(c)(3) organization in December 2015. Our mission is to serve everyone in San Benito County and we are located in Hollister, California. As a community-driven nonprofit, BenitoLink aims to amplify diverse voices and deliver unbiased news and information.

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Public meetings for the week of May 12

2 days ago | benitolink.com | Noe Magana

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Meetings held by agencies that provide services to the public are generally open to members of the public. These include local governmental bodies, school districts and water districts. The meetings, which are meant to provide transparency in the decisions made by local leaders that impact our community, can occur weekly, twice a month, or quarterly.
El Teatro Campesino stages Luis Valdez's “Adios Mama Carlota”

4 days ago | benitolink.com | Robert Eliason

In this first article, playwright Luis Valdez offers his thoughts on the historical background of “Adios Mama Carlota.” A second article will explore the performers and production. Lea este artículo en español aquí. A new production of Luis Valdez’s “Adios Mama Carlota” opens May 10 at San Juan Bautista’s El Teatro Campesino playhouse. The play depicts Mexican Emperor Maximilian I’s short reign and dramatic fall as seen through the troubled mind of his wife, Empress Carlota.
Treating Mom on her special day

4 days ago | benitolink.com | Carmel de Bertaut

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Looking for something to do for Mom this Mother’s Day? Here are some local options. We cannot cover all the options for bunch, gifts or entertainment, so if you don’t see your favorites below, call to see if they have anything special happening on Mom’s day. Brunch, etc. FlapJacks: Open for breakfast and lunch. Special Mother’s Day offerings were not available at the time of publication, but this spot in Tres Pinos is always a go-to on special days.
San Juan Bautista city planners OK gas station right-hand turn lane

5 days ago | benitolink.com | Robert Eliason

Lea este artículo en español aquí. A gas station planned for the corner of The Alameda and eastbound Hwy 156, which has been in the works for more than a decade, is moving closer to the start of construction with approval of plans to create a 450-foot right turn lane with a 120-foot taper.
County Public Health cautions against illegal Carfentanil

6 days ago | benitolink.com | Carmel de Bertaut

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Following the first confirmed carfentanil overdose death in Santa Clara County, San Benito County Health officials are warning local residents about the dangers of the powerful drug typically used to sedate large animals such as elephants. On May 1, Santa Clara County issued a statement that its medical examiner had ruled a 39-year-old man’s death in April was that county’s first confirmed carfentanil (or carfentanyl) overdose.
Hollister lacrosse a developing young team

6 days ago | benitolink.com | Noe Magana

Lea esté artículo en español aquí. In a tough season where the Hollister High lacrosse team has won one game and lost the rest in a mix of nail biters and blowouts, earning experience is the key for future success. According to Brett Davis, in his second year as head coach, the most recent loss—to Aptos High in a 16-2 game on April 30—was representative of this season. “Just a lot of newer guys in our roster and things don’t go our way,” Davis said.
Amid encampment clearing, beds for unhoused are scarce

6 days ago | benitolink.com | Noe Magana

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Before San Benito County began clearing homeless encampments along the San Benito River on May 5, the only homeless shelter in town was already nearly full. The shelter is almost always at or near capacity. Temporary Assistant County Administrative Officer Manny Gonzalez told the county Board of Supervisors at a May 6 meeting that just four beds remained available in the H.O.M.E. Resource Center, which can accommodate up to 44 people.
San Benito County takes step toward creating its own fire department

1 week ago | benitolink.com | Noe Magana

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Negotiations for countywide fire protection services appear to have gone up in smoke. At its May 6 meeting, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors approved job specifications for a fire chief as part of its efforts to create its own fire department. That move followed the Hollister City Council’s decision to dissolve its fire services contract negotiating committee at its May 5 meeting.
San Juan City Council adopts measures to seek water, wastewater project funds

1 week ago | benitolink.com | Robert Eliason

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Three measures passed unanimously at a special May 5 meeting of the San Juan Bautista City Council could bring additional funding for the town’s most significant expense: the ongoing projects that will bring water from the West Hills Treatment Plant and send sewage to the Hollister Wastewater Treatment Plant. All five members of the council, Scott Freels, E. J. Sabathia, Jackie Morris-Lopez, Jose Aranda and Mayor Leslie Jordan were present.
Public meetings for the week of May 5

1 week ago | benitolink.com | Noe Magana

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Meetings held by agencies that provide services to the public are generally open to members of the public. These include local governmental bodies, school districts and water districts. The meetings, which are meant to provide transparency in the decisions made by local leaders that impact our community, can occur weekly, twice a month, or quarterly.