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Soledad unveils new downtown murals

SOLEDAD — City of Soledad and the Arts Council for Monterey County hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for three new murals in downtown Soledad last Saturday. This initiative is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown area and create a space where residents...

Vitalant urges individuals to give thanks by giving blood

MONTEREY COUNTY — As many gather for Thanksgiving celebrations with family and friends, Vitalant urges eligible donors to give thanks by giving blood.Ā  The need for blood is constant, and the holidays are no exception. A patient in the United States depends on lifesaving blood...

Gonzales middle school assembly honors veterans

GONZALES — Students at Fairview Middle School in Gonzales hosted a Veterans Day assembly on Nov. 6 to honor local veterans, marking the return of an annual tradition for the Gonzales Unified School District (GUSD). The student-led event, which drew community support from organizations across...

PG&E grant boosts 2-1-1 emergency response services in Monterey County

MONTEREY COUNTY — Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) is collaborating with California 2-1-1 providers across its coverage area, including United Way Monterey County, to offer customers critical services during times of disaster. As part of its 2024 charitable contributions, PG&E’s Central Coast team awarded...

Court services expand in South Monterey County after years of limited operations

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Superior Court celebrated the expansion of services at the King City Courthouse last week, marking a significant milestone for South Monterey County residents. The courthouse, located at 250 Franciscan Way in King City, is now open every Tuesday from 9...

Hartnell College earns 2024 Seal of Excelencia

SALINAS — Hartnell College has earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia from Excelencia in Education, the nation’s premier authority on efforts to accelerate Latinx student success in higher education. The Seal is a national certification for institutions that strive to go beyond enrollment and more...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Nov. 20, 2024

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CRAB FEED KING CITY — King City Rotary Club will host its annual Crab Feed on Friday, Nov. 22, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City. The all-you-can-eat crab dinner also includes a DJ and line dancing. Doors open...

Police-involved shooting on Vosti Avenue in Soledad under investigation

SOLEDAD — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office has announced that a man is recovering in the hospital following a Soledad police-involved shooting that occurred late Thursday night near the 1700 block of Vosti Avenue in Soledad. At about 11:38 p.m. on Nov. 14, Soledad Police...

Soledad celebrates DĆ­a de los Muertos 2024 with vibrant community event

SOLEDAD — City of Soledad hosted its second annual DĆ­a de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration last Saturday afternoon at the Soledad Community Center. The Nov. 2 event invited families and community members of all backgrounds to honor loved ones who have passed...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Nov. 15, 2024

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MURALS CELEBRATION SOLEDAD — A ribbon-cutting celebration for the Downtown Murals project will take place Saturday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cesar Chavez Park, 555 Front St., in Soledad. There will be an opportunity to meet the local artists behind the...

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Arts4MC announces 2025 Spring Community Arts Grant recipients

MONTEREY COUNTY — Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) has announced the newest recipients of its 2025 Community Arts Grants, awarding $109,000 in total...