Local News

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL) will take part in a statewide effort this month aimed at capturing how Californians use and value their local public libraries. The initiative, called “Every Story Counts,” seeks data, stories and photos illustrating how and why residents...

CENTRAL COAST — Local hospitals are urging community members to donate blood during a series of multi-day drives this month, as January typically brings a drop in donations due to winter weather, seasonal illnesses and fewer workplace and school drives. “The start of the year...

TRUTH ACT SALINAS — Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a TRUTH Act presentation on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 1:30 p.m. in its Chambers at 168 W. Alisal St. in Salinas. The presentation is required under California’s TRUTH Act when local law enforcement has...

SOLEDAD — City of Soledad has adopted a new citywide strategic plan designed to guide operations, budgeting and long-term decision-making over the next five years. The 2025-2030 Soledad Strategic Plan establishes the city’s vision, mission and priorities, serving as a roadmap for aligning city services,...

GREENFIELD — The 246th Battalion of the California Cadet Corps at Greenfield High School recognized cadet achievement and advancement during its Fall Awards Night last month. The ceremony honored cadets for their dedication, improvement and accomplishments throughout the fall semester. More than 300 parents, family...

SOLEDAD — A male juvenile was critically injured in a shooting Wednesday evening in Soledad, according to the Soledad Police Department. Officers responded at about 6:42 p.m. on Jan. 21 to reports of shots fired in the 1300 block of Palm Avenue, where they found...

SALINAS VALLEY — Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum (MCARLM) will present the 31st Annual Drury-Tankersley Clam Chowder Feed and Steak Dinner on Friday, Jan. 23, at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds’ Orradre Building in King City. New this year, the event offers two menu...

HEALTH FAIR SOLEDAD — City of Soledad and the Monterey County Health Department will host a ribbon cutting and Community Health and Resource Fair on Friday, Jan. 23, at the Soledad Fire Department. The event will celebrate the launch of a Naloxone and fentanyl test...

MONTEREY COUNTY — United Way Monterey County (UWMC) is accepting nominations for the 50th Annual Live United Awards, a landmark celebration honoring the volunteers whose generosity, compassion and dedication strengthen the community. Awards recognize individuals who made an outstanding impact across Monterey County during the...

SALINAS VALLEY — Pacific Valley Bank has announced that Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of the Taylor Farms operating companies, has acquired a 16.3% ownership stake in the bank. The investment represents a significant minority position by a locally based, family-owned company with long-standing operations...