Lofgren visits Salinas Valley, receives nod from Panetta and Rivas
SALINAS — As the decennial redistricting process wrapped up last month, the concern from The World’s Salad Bowl started to mount. Local politicians, regional business giants and other community leaders asked how a plan to pair the international agricultural hub with the Silicon Valley...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 23, 2025
NEW LEADERSHIP
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Union School District has announced the appointment of Laura Cortez as the new superintendent. With eight years of dedicated service to the district, including most recently as interim superintendent, Cortez brings a passionate vision focused on student success and district...
Greenfield woman celebrates 100th birthday
GREENFIELD — Family members of Ellen Bradley, who turned 100 years old on June 28, recently gathered with their centenarian matriarch in Greenfield.
The family got together last Sunday to celebrate Bradley’s momentous birthday and take her to lunch at La Fogata.
Bradley, who has lived...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | June 1, 2023
HOUSING MEETING
MONTEREY COUNTY — Community members are invited to attend a virtual meeting on the County of Monterey’s Housing Element on Thursday, June 1, at 6:30 p.m. to learn how they can shape the future of housing in their area. The Housing Element is...
City of Soledad launches ‘Shop Local, Support Community’ campaign
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad has launched its “Shop Local, Support Community” campaign, aimed at encouraging community members to prioritize local businesses and bolster the regional economy.
The campaign highlights the numerous benefits that come with shopping locally, emphasizing the positive impact on the community,...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 1, 2022
COFFEE SHOP
KING CITY — A grand opening and ribbon cutting is planned for Bloom Coffee Shop on Saturday, July 2. The new business opens at 10 a.m., with the ribbon cutting set for 2 p.m. The coffee shop is located inside King Kora Restaurant,...
’Tis the season
Central Park received a season festive makeover over the weekend as the Gonzales Youth Council celebrated the annual tree lighting Dec. 8.
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Sept. 28, 2023
BLOCK PARTY
KING CITY — King City Police Department has planned a District 5 Block Party on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the 300 block of Forden Drive. There will be music, food, bounce houses, entertainment and more. The community can...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | April 15, 2022
ALUMNI GAME
KING CITY — A King City baseball alumni vs. alumni game is set for Saturday, April 16, at 11 a.m. at the King City High School baseball diamond. The fundraiser for the boys’ baseball program includes a sausage barbecue lunch following the game.
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Arts Council for Monterey County awards grants to local artists through 2025 initiative
MONTEREY COUNTY — Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Individual Artists Grant, an initiative supporting local artists as they create new works, engage with diverse audiences and enhance the cultural landscape of the community.
Arts4MC remains committed to...
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Feb. 25, 2026
Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments.
KING CITY
Jan. 51:05 a.m. Vandalism on N. Vanderhurst Av.10:00 a.m. Bench warrant on S. San Lorenzo...























