Harmful blue-green algae detected at Lake San Antonio
MONTEREY COUNTY — County of Monterey Public Works, Facilities and Parks will be posting “DANGER” level warnings at Lake San Antonio North and South Shores due to the recent detection of toxic blue-green algae.
The danger level posting will remain in place until additional test...
Governor unveils California Jobs First Blueprint
CENTRAL COAST — Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced a major statewide economic initiative designed to spur growth, innovation and access to good-paying jobs.
The California Jobs First Economic Blueprint is a first-of-its-kind investment into bottom-up, regional economic planning. Recognizing the unique diversity of regions across...
From Gold Rush to global leader: New book explores California’s agricultural history
CALIFORNIA — Arcadia Publishing has announced the publication of “California Agriculture,” a new history of the state’s agriculture industry by author Patti DesMarais.
The 128-page paperback is part of Arcadia’s “Images of America” book series, featuring historical information and photographs.
Beginning with the Spanish padres in...
Wrestling | Soledad’s Ramirez sole qualifier from South Monterey County for State Meet
SOLEDAD — Soledad High sophomore Natalie Ramirez placed first in the 235-pound weight class at the Central Coast Section wrestling championships on Saturday to qualify for the California Interscholastic Federation State Meet.
The state finals will begin Thursday, Feb. 27, at Mechanics Bank Arena in...
Monterey County program allows paramedics to help combat opioid epidemic
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has announced the launch of a new program, in partnership with Santa Cruz and San Benito counties, to expand buprenorphine distribution by emergency responders to reduce opioid overdoses.
“In response to the ongoing narcotic epidemic, Monterey County has...
Soccer | King City-Soledad boys’ game ends in tie
SALINAS VALLEY — Two goals in the first half were not enough for the King City High boys’ soccer team as they finished in a 2-2 tie with host Soledad last Tuesday night.
Deon Rodriguez and Abiel Gomez gave the Mustangs a 2-0 first-half lead,...
Application period closes March 15 for California Rodeo Salinas scholarships
SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas awarded a record-breaking $47,500 in educational scholarships last year and the application period for 2025 funds is open.
California Rodeo Salinas started a scholarship program with Hartnell College back in 1986 and recently transitioned the program to the Community...
CRU Winery in Soledad announces chowder cook-off
SOLEDAD — This summer, CRU Winery is on the hunt for the best chowder recipe with their Chowder Cook-Off Contest. Now through Aug. 6, California residents can submit their best chowder recipe for a chance to win.
The Chowder Cook-Off is a tribute to the...
Football | Pacific Grove ends Greenfield’s perfect season
GREENFIELD — The last time the Greenfield Bruins started 3-0 they went to the playoffs, but now the Bruins were looking to do something they haven’t done in school history, and that was to start the season off 4-0.
Entering the Bruins stadium, one could...
Basketball | Soledad stock soars after starting 4-1 in Cypress Division
SOLEDAD — It wasn’t a great start for the Soledad Aztecs boys’ basketball team, but the season is looking up as they have won four of their last five games.
Coming into the season, the Aztecs had lost much of their talent from a year...
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Feb. 18, 2026
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