Speeding crackdown set for this summer in South Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — This July and beyond, police departments in South Monterey County are urging drivers to follow posted speed limits and “slow the fast down.”
During this month, King City, Greenfield, Soledad and Gonzales police departments will have additional officers on patrol watching for...
Soledad celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with official proclamation
SOLEDAD — Soledad City Council officially proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month during its July 1 meeting, recognizing the important role parks, recreation programs and community spaces play in enhancing the quality of life for Soledad residents.
Councilmember Ben Caldera read the proclamation into...
South Monterey County high schools partner for STEM camps this summer
SALINAS VALLEY — For the first time, all four comprehensive high schools serving South Monterey County students are partnering to provide coordinated access to summer STEM learning opportunities through Hartnell College’s Summer Technology Camps.
A total of 70 students from Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield and King...
Salinas Valley cities celebrate Independence Day 2026 with music, food and festivities
SALINAS VALLEY — There was plenty of fun, food and music last Saturday for the Fourth of July celebrations in Greenfield, Soledad and Gonzales.
The City of Greenfield hosted its Independence Day celebration at Patriot Park with the featured events being a salute to local...
Soledad Hot Summer Days and Car Show returns to downtown this weekend
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad will host its fifth annual Hot Summer Days and Car Show on Saturday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Soledad.
The free, family-friendly event will feature a car show, motorcycles, food trucks, local vendors, live music,...
Borland crowned Miss California Rodeo Salinas 2026
SALINAS — Maddi Borland was crowned Miss California Rodeo Salinas 2026 following two days of competition at the Salinas Sports Complex and Monterey County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds.
Borland, the reigning Miss California High School Rodeo State Queen, will spend the next year representing the California...
Soledad cancels 4th of July fireworks show amid budget constraints
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad has canceled its annual Fourth of July fireworks show this year, citing budget constraints and the need to prioritize funding for essential city services.
In a statement posted June 29, city officials acknowledged the decision may disappoint residents.
"We know many...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library launches in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — Children across Monterey County can now receive free books delivered to their homes each month through the launch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, an early literacy program available to all children from birth to age 5.
The program, which officially launched this...
Greenfield awarded transportation grant for senior voucher system
GREENFIELD — Transportation Agency for Monterey County Board of Directors recently approved Measure X Senior and Disabled Transportation Program Cycle 4 grants, including funding for the City of Greenfield and several countywide service providers aimed at expanding mobility for seniors, veterans and residents with...
Salinas Valley cities prepare for 4th of July celebrations
SALINAS VALLEY — The communities of Gonzales, Soledad and Greenfield will be ready to celebrate the Fourth of July with multiple events planned in each city.
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At Central Park in Gonzales, Independence Day will kick off with the Gonzales Rotary Fun Run at 8 a.m....
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Greenfield police schedule DUI/DL Checkpoint this Friday
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License (DL) Checkpoint on Friday, Nov. 13, from 6...























