Tri-county officials unite on immigration stance
CENTRAL COAST ā A multitude of elected officials, workers and law enforcement personnel from Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey counties gathered at the Government Center in Salinas last Wednesday to send a message to the immigrant community and the federal government.
āToday we stand...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | June 25, 2025
BEAUTIFICATION CONTINUES
KING CITY ā King Cityās Beautification Week is underway and all residents and businesses are urged to pick a project to beautify the town. Beautification Week runs from June 20-29 under the sponsorship of the King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture in...
ALBA celebrates National Fruits and Vegetables Month by cultivating new farmersĀ and fresh food in Salinas Valley
SALINAS VALLEY ā As the country celebrates National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month this June, the Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA) is spotlighting the farmers behind the produce ā and the power of farming to change lives.
Located in the heart of the Salinas...
Correctional Training Facility inmates raise funds for Tunnel to Towers Foundation
SOLEDAD ā The incarcerated population at the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) in Soledad recently raised and donated more than $3,500 to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation through a special food sale fundraising event.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, established in honor of firefighter Stephen Siller...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | June 20, 2025
DUI/DL CHECKPOINT
GREENFIELD ā Greenfield Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) and driverās license (DL) checkpoint on Friday, June 20, from 6 to 10 p.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. DUI/DL checkpoint locations are determined based on data...
PG&E power shutoff affects South Monterey County; resource centers open to support residents
SOLEDAD ā A PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) on Thursday has impacted areas between Soledad and King City, as well as communities near San Lucas and Bradley in southern Monterey County.
According to the County of Monterey, PG&E has directly notified residents in the...
United Way Monterey Countyās āStuff the Busā campaign kicks off in Soledad to support local students
SOLEDAD ā Community leaders, volunteers and local agencies gathered last month at Jack Franscioni Elementary School in Soledad to officially kick off the 15th annual āStuff the Busā campaign, an initiative dedicated to providing school supplies to children experiencing homelessness and housing instability across...
El PƔjaro CDC relaunches in-person services in South Monterey County
SOLEDAD ā El PĆ”jaro Community Development Corporation (CDC) has announced the return of its in-person services to the city of Soledad and the surrounding South Monterey County communities.
Beginning June 19, El PƔjaro CDC will offer weekly in-person opportunities for local businesses and entrepreneurs to...
Soledad High School celebrates Class of 2025 at 25th commencement ceremony
SOLEDAD ā Soledad High School administrators and faculty said farewell to the Class of 2025 following the 25th commencement ceremony held on campus Saturday morning.
Hundreds of family members, friends and classmates packed Gene Martin Stadium to watch a total of 366 Aztec graduates, including...
Foundation launches initiative to strengthen disaster preparedness and response in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) has announced the launch of the Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD), an initiative designed to enhance disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts throughout Monterey County.
The CFMCās COAD brings together a diverse network of nonprofit...
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Family fun takes center stage during 2025 Big Week at California...
SALINAS VALLEY ā California Rodeo Salinas is more than just world-class rodeo ā itās a weeklong celebration packed with family-friendly activities for kids of...