Greenfield Union School District kicks off Verizon Innovative Learning program at middle school
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Union School District recently celebrated its entry into the Verizon Innovative Learning program, a prestigious national initiative designed to break down digital barriers and promote educational equity.
The Aug. 15 kickoff event, held at Vista Verde Middle School, marked a significant milestone...
112th California Rodeo Salinas draws record crowds
SALINAS VALLEY — The 112th California Rodeo Salinas entertained thousands of fans last weekend at the Salinas Sports Complex, where attendance numbers surpassed those of previous years.
Total ticket sales for the 2022 rodeo’s four performances, from July 21 through July 24, totaled 57,449, up...
South County Animal Rescue hosts first Sweetheart Tea Party
A tea party took over the King City Recreation Center as South County Animal Rescue hosted its first Sweetheart Tea and Silent Auction last Saturday in King City.
Monterey County Dance Theatre celebrates 65th anniversary of ‘The Nutcracker Ballet’
SALINAS VALLEY — Monterey County Dance Theatre (MCDT) is set to raise the curtain on its 65th anniversary production of “The Nutcracker Ballet” this weekend at the historic Robert Stanton Theater.
Directed and choreographed by Janette Harkness, the daughter of MCDT founder Pauline Hall, the...
Government shutdown impacts local transportation projects
Transportation Agency for Monterey County and Monterey-Salinas Transit announced this week that the federal government shutdown is adversely affecting regional transportation projects and transit services in the county.
Reserve firefighters join Greenfield Fire Department
GREENFIELD — Six new reserve firefighters have finished onboarding training at Greenfield Fire Department, the city announced on Aug. 10.
The firefighters will be officially sworn in before the public during the Greenfield City Council meeting in September, when councilmembers return from their August break.
The...
Sheriff gives report on South Monterey County operations
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Sheriff Steve Bernal spoke to King City Rotary during its Aug. 26 luncheon about how the Sheriff’s Office has dealt with such community issues as the recent fires, river littering and the Covid-19 pandemic reaching the county jail.
“It’s been...
Monterey County begins preparation for possible coronavirus outbreak
MONTEREY COUNTY — Though there are no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, in Monterey County currently, the county’s team of public health professionals and medical providers have begun preparations for a potential outbreak.
“While there is great public concern about this virus, there...
Sí, tienes que seguir usando cubrebocas
Como autora profesional de temas de salud y ciudadana preocupada, el dolor de mi corazón se hace más profundo con cada nuevo informe acerca de la devastación causada por el nuevo coronavirus, la causa de un dolor personal y económico inconmensurable (y aún creciente)...
Gonzales Planning Commission announces vacancy
GONZALES — Gonzales City Council is inviting letters of interest from residents who want to serve on the Gonzales Planning Commission, which currently has one position open.
In 2022 and 2023, the Planning Commission will be working on the Vista Lucia and Puente del Monte...
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Taylor Farms takes 16.3% stake in Pacific Valley Bank
SALINAS VALLEY — Pacific Valley Bank has announced that Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of the Taylor Farms operating companies, has acquired a 16.3%...
