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Rachel Stuercke of King City was named to the Dean’s Honor List at Cedarville University in southwest Ohio for Fall 2025. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours. Angela...

SOLEDAD — California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the Feb. 13 death of an inmate at Salinas Valley State Prison (SVSP) in Soledad as a homicide. At about 9:40 a.m., staff observed inmate Dan Felix unresponsive in his cell. “Staff immediately responded, initiating life-saving measures and activating 911,” according to...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Residents can support animal welfare and learn about responsible pet care through several February events organized by the SPCA Monterey County. A Pawesome Valentine’s Day Camp is set for Saturday, Feb. 14, where children will learn about pets, responsible ownership and ways...

GREENFIELD — A former California state correctional lieutenant has been arrested on charges of conspiring to smuggle contraband into state prison in exchange for approximately $100,000 in payments from an inmate. Matthew Madsen, 39, of Greenfield, made his initial appearance in federal district court in...

SALINAS VALLEY — Country music superstar Miranda Lambert will headline the Big Week Kick Off Concert on Saturday, July 11, at the Salinas Sports Complex, announced California Rodeo Salinas. Lambert, one of the most awarded artists in modern country music, will bring her signature grit...

SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Regional Soccer Complex announced Jan. 28 a five-year, $250,000 partnership with Costa Family Restaurants in support of the facility’s continued growth and expansion. Complex officials said the investment represents a major commitment to the future of the site, which currently draws...

Jason Sanchez of Soledad was recognized for their outstanding academic achievements, earning them a place on the Spring 2025 Dean’s List at California State University, Stanislaus, in Turlock, Calif. This prestigious honor is awarded to students who have demonstrated superior academic performance by maintaining...

GREENFIELD — Sun Street Centers has released new details about a $500,000 grant to expand its Road to Success program in partnership with the City of Greenfield, including plans to reach younger students and offer more hands-on activities. The funding, previously accepted by the Greenfield...

SOLEDAD — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office’s Consumer Protection Unit has resolved a case against Mi Tierra Linda LLC, the owner of an apartment building located at 150 Encinal Road in Soledad. According to a Jan. 9 news release, the settlement resolves multiple violations of...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Superior Court Presiding Judge Carrie Panetta announced that Judge Jennifer O’Keefe has been elected by the bench to serve as the court’s next assistant presiding judge as of Jan. 1. O’Keefe will serve in that role for 2026 and 2027...