The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will present the annual Members Show at the SMAC gallery at 7 Downing Street in Historic Downtown Hollister. Each year, SMAC celebrates our members by inviting them to participate in this much anticipated event. The exhibit will showcase the many talented individuals that comprise our membership. A wide range of mediums including painting, drawing, collage, ceramics, assemblage and more will be on display. The show runs January 2-31. The opening reception will be Friday, January 2, from 6-9pm. Visit https://5il.co/3t3t7 to view the full release.

The City of Hollister is conducting an online auction for a 2002 Ford F650 Dump Truck now through Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The City has contracted with Purple Wave Auction, a company that specializes in internet-only auctions, to give bidders the chance to view items, read descriptions, see pictures and place bids all from the convenience of a computer. Visit https://tinyurl.com/3uvafpkc to view the auction at Purple Wave. Additional questions should be directed to Purple Wave at 866-608-9283.

The City of Hollister Board of Aldermen have cancelled their regularly scheduled meeting for January 1st. We wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! Our next meeting will be January 15th. Please contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.

City Hall will be closed Wednesday, December 31st and Thursday, January 1st for the New Year's holiday. Please contact Public Works, 417-331-0624 for immediate assistance with your utility during this time.

Crews have cleared the scene, and both lanes of Business 65 at Railroad Avenue have reopened to traffic. Thank you for your patience!

Please use caution on Business 65 at Railroad Avenue as emergency crews respond to a traffic accident.

The 2026 Recycling Calendar is now available. Visit https://5il.co/3t3i3 to view the schedule with a map of which calendar you would follow. If you are not currently recycling and would like a container, please contact City Hall 417-334-3262 for more information.

The City of Hollister wishes you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas!!

A few more ornaments arrived on the Community Christmas Tree at City Hall this week. Thank you to the Keeter Center, The Sign Man and Theresa for sharing in decorating our tree.



As the end of the year approaches, please remember to renew your pet licenses for 2026. It is also a great time to register your dog or cat for the first time. Pet licenses help us return your lost pet. Please remember to bring proof of rabies vaccination for your pet's license. Contact City Hall for more information, 417-334-3262.

City Hall will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th for the Christmas holiday. Please contact Public Works, 417-331-0624, for immediate assistance with your utility during this time.

Join the City of Hollister in celebrating our associates with service anniversaries in December. Thank you for your continued service to our community!

Esplanade st is now open to traffic.

The City of Hollister's Police Department is currently hiring for Patrol Officers. Visit https://5il.co/3sygg to view more details and to apply today. For more information, contact Chief Stirewalt at bstirewalt@hollistermo.gov

Road is closed on Esplanade st between Maple and Gray for water line maintenance today. Use Gray st as alternate route for Taneycomo Hill.

The City of Hollister's Board of Aldermen will hold their regularly scheduled meeting this Thursday, December 18th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Visit https://5il.co/3szy9 to view the agenda. Please contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.

The filing period to be on the ballot for the April 2026 Municipal Election is open and will close on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Those interested in serving as an Elected Official will need to file during this time to be on the ballot. Contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for details or more information.

The City of Hollister's Police Department is currently hiring for Patrol Officers. Visit https://5il.co/3sygg to view more details and to apply today. For more information, contact Chief Stirewalt at bstirewalt@hollistermo.gov

The City of Hollister's Park Board will hold their regularly scheduled meeting this Tuesday, December 16th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Visit https://5il.co/3sxq4 to view the agenda. Please contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.

A few more ornaments have appeared on our tree this week. If you joined in with decorating the tree, share your ornament's story in the comments. Join the City of Hollister as we begin a new tradition this holiday.


