‘Nutcracker Ballet’ returns to stage in South Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — The 62nd annual “Nutcracker Ballet” leaps to the stage once again after Covid-19 caused a nearly two-year absence of the historic production in South Monterey County.
The Robert Stanton Theater in King City will bustle with activity of live performance from Dec....
Salinas schools to close as Taylor Farms fire, evacuation order continues
SALINAS — A fire in a Salinas food processing plant that has prompted authorities to evacuate surrounding neighborhoods has now closed four nearby elementary schools as sunrise approaches Thursday.
City officials announced the closure shortly after 5:30 a.m. Thursday for Lincoln Elementary, Monterey Park Elementary, Sherwood...
Greenfield city staff earn top honors from police department
GREENFIELD — Two city employees were honored by Greenfield Police Department during Greenfield City Council’s June 9 meeting.
Joseph Dyels was named Officer of the Year and City IT Administrator Eduardo Espinosa was named Civilian of the Year.
The two were chosen by GPD for their...
New Mann Packing building still in progress
The new Mann Packing building in Gonzales is nearing its completion as most of the building is up.
Gonzales donates buses to sister city Tateposco, Mexico
GONZALES — City of Gonzales has facilitated the donation of three buses to sister city Tateposco, Mexico, in order to help with public transit for residents and students attending the University of Guadalajara.
The decision was made by the city council during its Jan. 6...
Greenfield pitches plan for new recreation center
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Recreation Coordinator Jesus Perez presented final design plans for a proposed recreation center and park project to Greenfield City Council during its March 9 meeting.
The plans will be sent to the state in attempt to secure Prop 68 grant funding if...
Rotary honors Students of the Month
Rotarians had the pleasure of meeting the Gonzales High School Students of the Month.
Gonzales High athletic director receives coaching award
GONZALES — Gonzales High School Athletic Director Margie Daniels was honored with a plaque for Excellence in Coaching last Wednesday night at the annual coaches meeting that took place in the school cafeteria.
While Daniels had organized the event to prepare her fellow coaches for...
Community raises concerns over potential school resource officer at Greenfield High
GREENFIELD — Greenfield City Council has approved the acceptance of $461,000 in state funding in order to respond to local youth programs designed to divert teens away from crime.
The funds could only be accepted with a 100% funding match from the city, with the...
High school counselors tour Hartnell College campuses
SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley high school counselors were invited on April 12 to tour Hartnell College’s three education centers in King City, Soledad and Castroville.
Among the participants were Soledad Education Center Director Ana Gonzalez and Dean of Student Success Carla Johnson, who...
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Soledad adopts new five-year strategic plan to guide city priorities
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...
