California Rodeo adds Legacy Team Roping event
SALINAS — California Rodeo Salinas will make history this year by becoming the first Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned rodeo in the nation to host a Legacy Team Roping competition.
Modeled after the Legacy Steer Roping event, the new competition recognizes veteran team ropers who continue to compete at a high level. Eligible contestants must be at least 50 years old and entered in the California Rodeo Salinas PRCA Team Roping competition. Ten teams have entered the inaugural event and will compete for a separate purse and California Rodeo Salinas championship buckles.
“Team roping has always been an important part of our rodeo’s history and identity,” said California Rodeo Salinas President Bob Eggers. “We’re honored to be the first PRCA rodeo to offer the Legacy Team Roping and recognize the talented competitors who have dedicated decades to this sport. These athletes continue to perform at an elite level, and we know our fans will enjoy watching them compete for this historic championship.”
Contestants will not rope additional cattle. Instead, their times from the California Rodeo Salinas Team Roping competition will determine Legacy Team Roping standings and payouts. The event includes a separate entry fee, a purse with $5,000 in added money and championship buckles for the winners.
The 116th California Rodeo Salinas will take place July 16-19 at the Salinas Sports Complex. For more information, visit CARodeo.com or call the Rodeo Office at 831-775-3100.
SPCA offers free microchips, low-cost pet vaccinations
MONTEREY COUNTY — SPCA Monterey County will host a free microchip and low-cost vaccination event Friday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Veterinary Clinic, 1002 Monterey-Salinas Highway in Salinas.
The event follows a successful clinic held in May and aims to help reunite lost pets with their owners. According to the SPCA, 89% of stray dogs and cats it rescues each year arrive without identification, such as a collar, ID tag or microchip.
Microchips will be provided free of charge, while vaccinations will cost $25 each and deworming will be available for $5. Services are available for cats and dogs 8 weeks and older and include rabies, FVRCP and DAPPi vaccines. No appointment is required.
Pet owners are asked to bring dogs on leashes and cats in secure carriers. The event is open to Monterey County residents only, and Spanish-language assistance will be available. More information is available at SPCAmc.org/vax.
Anytime Fitness hosts Gonzales ribbon cutting
GONZALES — Anytime Fitness will celebrate its official opening in Gonzales with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 21, at 11 a.m.
The event will take place at the new fitness center, located at 851 Fifth St., and will mark the arrival of a new space focused on helping residents stay active, healthy and connected.
Community members are invited to attend the celebration and welcome the newest local business to Gonzales.
