City of Hollister -

In its upcoming art exhibit, Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will be featuring the work of Sophia Nangle, a Branson native now living and working in Kansas City. Her solo exhibit, Divius Figura, will run from November 1-30 at the SMAC Art Center gallery on historic Downing Street in Hollister. Nangle’s work is an exploration into what it means to be human. An opening night reception will be held Friday, November 1, from 6-9 p.m. Both the exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. Attendees may view the exhibit, tour the private studios and enjoy complimentary refreshments. The Vintage Paris Coffee kiosk will also be on site. Visit https://5il.co/2zv6i to view the full news release.

The City of Hollister's Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to discuss a Special Use Permit request at 246 Redbud Street at 7:00pm on November 7th. Please view the notice at https://5il.co/2ztwu and contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov.

The City of Hollister will host Trunk-or-Treat on Downing Street this evening from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Please be alert to increased traffic and pedestrians throughout downtown during this time.

The City of Hollister is hiring!!! Visit https://tinyurl.com/bdecn92w to view the details and find the application packet at https://5il.co/1k8r5. Contact Human Resources, slea@hollistermo.gov for more information.

Trunk-or-Treat on Downing Street is this Friday, October 25th. Join the City of Hollister downtown for a safe trick or treat event from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Contact City Hall for more information.

Remember to vote in the upcoming General Election, Tuesday, November 5th. A sample ballot may be found at https://5il.co/2y7zw. Contact the County Clerk for more information.

Join the Hollister Police Department as they partner with the ADAPT Coalition to take back unused or expired medication. They will be at the Hollister Walgreens this Saturday. Visit https://5il.co/2yhya for more details, including additional locations in Branson and Kimberling City.

Plan to join the City of Hollister at our annual Downing Street Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, November 1st. Beginning at 6:00pm, Mayor Patton will proclaim Downing Street Christmas to begin. We will have performances from the Hollister School Choirs, Premiere Dance Academy and provide seasonally-themed refreshments with our very special guest, Santa Claus, lighting the tree. Contact City Hall for more information.

Sign up to be a "trunk" in this year's Trunk-or-Treat on Downing Street. We are looking for participants to decorate and pass out candy during the event, Friday, October 25th. Contact our Parks Director Jeramie Brannon, jbrannon@hollistermo.gov or 417-331-2241 for more information or to sign up today as space is limited.

The City of Hollister's Board of Aldermen will hold their regularly scheduled meeting this Thursday, October 17th at 7:00pm at City Hall. Please visit https://5il.co/2yy9p to view the agenda. Contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.

The City of Hollister’s Finance Department is hiring!!! Visit https://5il.co/2ygsp to view the details and find the application packet at https://5il.co/1k8r5. Contact Human Resources, slea@hollistermo.gov for more information.

The City of Hollister's Park Board will hold their regularly scheduled meeting this Tuesday, October 15th, at 6:00pm at City Hall. Visit https://5il.co/2yrv5 to view the agenda. Contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.

The Grape & Fall Festival comes to a close at 6:30pm. Please be alert to traffic as vendors depart the festival and our City Team works to reopen Downing Street.

The Grape & Fall Festival will take place today, October 12th, on Downing Street from 10:00am to 6:30pm. Please use caution when traveling and be alert to increased pedestrians through downtown.

The Color Me Grape 5k will begin at 9:00am. Please use caution when traveling through downtown Hollister and watch for runners and pedestrians along the route.

City Hall will be closed Monday, October 14th for Columbus Day. Please contact Public Works, 417-331-0624, for immediate assistance with your utility during this time.

Water has been restored in the area of Redbud St. Thank you for your patience.

Preparations for the Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce’s Grape & Fall Festival will begin tomorrow, Friday, October 11th. Please be alerted to staging and setup of items during the day, and for arrival of a few vendors in the later afternoon. Thank you for your cooperation as we prepare for this event and be sure to join us on Saturday for live entertainment and great food!

Water will be off in the area of Evergreen St. and Redbud due to a water main break. Please use caution when traveling in the area.

The City of Hollister’s Finance Department is hiring!!! Visit https://5il.co/2ygsp to view the details and find the application packet at https://5il.co/1k8r5. Contact Human Resources, slea@hollistermo.gov for more information.