A challenger has stepped forward in the District 3 supervisor's race, while there are now four residents vying for the sheriff's seat, according to election's office records.

A pair of golfers enjoy a round at Ridgemark Golf and Country Club Tuesday afternoon.

Beyond the Michael Rodrigues rape trial, which dominated the local headlines in 2009, there were plenty of stories that had residents talking this past year.

Some of the proposed improvements that resulted in lower cost estimates were the ability to improve the hydraulics at the Lessalt treatment plant and obtain funding support to remove nitrates, along with enhanced treatment at San Justo Reservoir.

The South County Garden Railroaders will host its annual tour Saturday. Kevin Hill, of Hollister, will open up his backyard to the public to see his creation and love for trains.