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SALINAS VALLEY — Six South Monterey County students were recognized for completing a summer leadership program and local artists were honored for their work...

Montage Health Foundation awarded $1.56M to launch youth drug prevention program

Local News

MONTEREY COUNTY — Montage Health Foundation has been awarded a $1.56 million, three-year contract from the Monterey County Health Department to launch a new...

Fall sports season gets underway in South Monterey County this week

Sports

SALINAS VALLEY — South Monterey County high school volleyball, flag football and cross country teams start the fall sports season this week, with games...

Guest Column | A Stronger, Healthier South Monterey County

Opinion

As we observe National Wellness Month, I find myself reflecting on our mission and what health and wellness truly mean to the South Monterey...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 26, 2026

Local News

Low-cost spay, neuter clinics planned through fall KING CITY — SPCA Monterey County is offering low-cost mobile spay and neuter clinics in King City and...

Greenfield police arrest man after violent assault at underage house party

Crime Reports

GREENFIELD — Greenfield police arrested a Salinas man after investigators determined he was involved in a violent assault that left an 18-year-old Chualar resident...

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Guest Column | A Stronger, Healthier South Monterey County

August 26, 2026

As we observe National Wellness Month, I find myself reflecting on our mission and what health and wellness truly mean to the South Monterey County community. Health is more than the absence of disease; it is the presence of vitality, peace of mind, and a supportive community that enables every...