RIBBON CUTTING
SALINAS — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the new Re-Entry Resource Center on Thursday, Oct. 23. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. at 1412 Natividad Road in Salinas and will be followed by a job and resource fair that runs until 1 p.m. The event is open to the public. The Re-Entry Resource Center aims to support individuals and families transitioning back into the community after incarceration. It will serve as a hub for assistance, guidance and opportunities, contributing to safer and more successful reintegration. This initiative reflects a commitment to reducing recidivism and strengthening community safety. The post-ceremony job and resource fair will connect attendees with local employers, service providers and community organizations offering employment opportunities and support services.
FIRE BOARD VACANCY
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District has a vacancy on its Board of Directors. Interested individuals should submit their application, resume and statement of interest to the County of Monterey Clerk of the Board’s Office by Oct. 25. To qualify, applicants must be residents of the District’s service territory. For more details and to apply, visit tinyurl.com/mcrfdboard or contact the Clerk’s Office at co*@**************ey.gov.
HEALTH CELEBRATION
GONZALES — Salinas Valley Health marks a decade of service in Gonzales with a special Community Health Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Taylor Farms Family Health and Wellness Center, located at 850 Fifth St. The event will feature a range of activities and services, including free flu vaccines administered by the Salinas Valley Health Mobile Clinic, resource tables, Zumba classes, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. Attendees can also participate in a recognition program and enjoy various giveaways, including soccer balls (while supplies last). The celebration is open to all ages and aims to promote health and wellness in the community.
