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July 1, 2025

Jump into one of South County’s pools this summer

Hot summer days are upon the residents of South Monterey County, and one way to stay cool during those warm days is jumping into one of the pools in King City, Greenfield, Soledad and Gonzales.

Children’s author visits Scheid Vineyards

Monterey County Free Libraries and Scheid Vineyards recently welcomed Roni Capin Rivera-Ashford, who wrote a book about the Disney feature film ā€œCoco.ā€

South County joins nationwide immigration reform protests

More than 50 demonstrators, including many children, stood together last Saturday afternoon at King City’s welcome sign in protest against current harsh immigration policies at the nation’s southern border.

Greenfield Community Science Workshop awarded 2018 Non-Profit of the Year

Greenfield Community Science Workshop, which offers free hands-on science activities for South County youth and families, has been recognized by Assemblymember Anna Caballero as the 2018 Non-Profit of the Year for the 30th Assembly District.

Gonzales Pool seeks swimsuit donations

Gonzales Community Pool is looking for swimsuit donations to help provide appropriate swimwear for children.

Salinas Valley Fair seeks directors for Fair Board

Salinas Valley Fair Inc. is looking for directors to serve on the Salinas Valley Fair Board. Directors are unpaid, volunteers of the fair.

Pinot for Paws fundraiser helps South County Animal Rescue

Manzoni Vineyards and South County Animal Rescue hosted the second annual Pinot for Paws event June 10 that featured the band Soulfoot. The day consisted of a barbecue lunch, executive raffle, live music, dancing and wine tasting.

County hosts fair housing workshops for community

A series of three fair housing community workshops are scheduled this month in Monterey, Castroville and Gonzales.

Fundraiser to benefit fire engine restoration

Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum’s second annual Cocktails in the Barn this Friday will celebrate the recent acquisition of King City’s first fire engine while raising funds for its restoration.

57 graduate from Community Police Academy

A combined 57 residents of Greenfield, King City, Soledad and Gonzales graduated from the South County Community Police Academy last week at the Greenfield Memorial Hall.

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