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Hollister, California Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Hollister! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How serious are Hollisterās wastewater violationsāand what happens next?
- How Hollister softball climbed back to the top of the Gabilan race
- Officer attacked during Hollister vandalism callāhow the struggle ended.
Also on today's calendar: Mother's Day Brunch and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why wouldn't the little shrimp share his fries with his friends ? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Turning sunny; warmer, with a high of 78 and low of 50 degrees.
- Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 79, low: 48.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 79 and low of 47 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Hollister blames operator for wastewater facility violations (benitolink.com) ā Hollister officials say their wastewater treatment contractor failed to properly maintain key equipment, contributing to overflows and regulatory violations that could bring significant daily fines. The city has launched repairs, hired consultants, and may replace the operator when its contract expires in August. Planned upgrades through June aim to bring the plant back into compliance. 
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2. Hollister softball leads competitive Gabilan race - SanBenito.com (sanbenito.com) ā Hollister Highās softball team is surging atop the ultra-competitive Gabilan Division, powered by freshman pitcher-hitter Sidney Esparza and a deep lineup of mostly underclassmen. With key wins over Salinas and Monterey and just two league losses, the Balers are positioned for a strong CCS playoff push that local fans can follow closely in the coming weeks. Ā Ā Ā
3. Police arrest vandal after violent assault on officer - SanBenito.com (sanbenito.com) ā Hollister police arrested a man accused of smashing business windows with rocks after he allegedly attacked a responding sergeant on East Park Street. Both the suspect and officer were treated at Hazel Hawkins Hospital and released, and the officer is expected to fully recover. The suspect faces multiple felony charges tied to the confrontation and property damage. Ā Ā Ā
4. Where Does the Bay Area End? The Disputed Answer Bay Area Telegraph (bayareatelegraph.com) ā Hollister gets a mention in a wider debate over where the Bay Area really ends, with San Benito County increasingly seen as a bedroom community for San Jose workers. The piece explains how official planning maps still exclude Hollister, even as long commutes and housing pressures blur the regionās boundaries. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Hollister
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Food Truck Saturday at Eden Rift Vineyards ā
Eden Rift Vineyards, 10034 Cienega Rd, Hollister
12:00 pm
Saturday May 9
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Other local events
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Minimum Day Schedule
Southside Elementary School District Hollister, CA 95023
8:00 am -
Environmental Day
San Juan School, 100 Nyland Drive, San Juan Bautista
9:00 am -
Community STRAW Planting Day
Nyland Property San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
9:00 am -
Mother's Day Brunch ā
Leal Vineyards and Winery, 300 Maranatha Dr, Hollister
10:00 am -
DammVineyard ā
Damm Vineyards, 3016 Cienega Rd, Hollister
12:00 pm -
Motherās Day at Damm Vineyards ā
Damm Vineyards, 3016 Cienega Rd, Hollister
12:00 pm -
Member Orientation
San Benito County Chamber of Commerce 243 Sixth Street #100 Hollister CA 95023
10:00 am
Thursday May 7
Saturday May 9
Sunday May 10
Wednesday May 13
š£ Hollister Shout Outs!
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š Events Nearby
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Farmers Market Natividad Hospital ā
Natividad Medical Center, 1441 Constitution Blvd, Salinas
11:00 am -
Prunedale - Storytime ā
Prunedale Branch Library, 17822 Moro Rd, Prunedale
5:00 pm -
Minimum Day Schedule
Southside Elementary School District Hollister, CA 95023
8:00 am -
Healthy habits on the go ā
Cesar Chavez Library, 615 Williams Rd, Salinas
1:00 pm
Wednesday May 6
Thursday May 7
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- To anyone carrying something heavy that no one else can see;
you are not invisible. Your quiet battles still matter, even when the world moves past them. There is nothing weak about needing rest, space, orā¦ (Nextdoor Sunnyslope-Memorial) - Missing 2yr old Siamese girl kitty named Miffy.
She has a clipped ear, fixed, and is wearing a purple flea collar. She went missing Friday May 1st in the neighborhood of Brittany circle and Lineā¦ (Nextdoor Westside-Apricot/Line)
- DanoneWave posted a job opening for Production Supervisor PM Shift in San Juan Bautista. Apply here.
- Gavilan College posted a job opening for Part Time Assistive Technology Instructor in Gilroy. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hollister here.
Ok Hollister! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he was shellfish ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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