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SALINAS — For Jackie Chavez and her husband, bringing their newborn home from Salinas Valley Health came with an unexpected gift: 400 free diapers. The...

Salinas Valley Fair names Garmon as new CEO

Focus on Agriculture

SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Fair Board of Directors has hired Chris Garmon as the fair’s new chief executive officer, unanimously approving his appointment...

Football | King City wins 8th game as Greenfield beats Lynbrook in non-league action

High School Sports

KING CITY — Two second-half touchdowns secured a 35-21 victory for the King City Mustangs football team over the host Pacific Grove Breakers last...

Greenfield Turf grows fields for Salinas Regional Soccer Complex

Focus on Agriculture

GREENFIELD — The grass taking root at Greenfield Turf will soon become part of a bigger stage for soccer in the Salinas Valley, as...

Guest Column | Bridging the Gap: Better Health Starts with Awareness

Opinion

This month, as leaves begin to fall and thoughts turn toward the holiday season, I want to renew our focus on prevention, wellness and...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Oct. 30, 2026

Local News

County expands early voting hours ahead of election MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Elections will offer extended hours and additional opportunities for in-person voting and...

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OPINION

Mee Memorial Healthcare System CEO Rena Salamacha

Guest Column | Bridging the Gap: Better Health Starts with Awareness

October 30, 2026

This month, as leaves begin to fall and thoughts turn toward the holiday season, I want to renew our focus on prevention, wellness and healthy living for the South Monterey County community. October brings several major health awareness initiatives: Breast Cancer Awareness, Mental Health Awareness, and Health Literacy. Each initiative...