Funny Papers Again Column | Travels With Buddy ā Part II
If I thought that it happened to be just the occasion and just the right type of youthful Big Sur denizens (thatās where the bulk of them were from) that made Buddy such a hit, I was dispelled of that thought when we moved...
Letter to the Editor | March Planned for Democracy
To the Editor:
This Saturday, March 28, millions of American citizens in large cities, small towns and rural America will demonstrate against the authoritarian actions of the Trump administration by marching for democracy, justice and transparency.
You can join these proud Americans in this nonviolent demonstration...
Funny Papers Again Column | History at a Glance: Amendments and Compromises
āA well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right to bear Arms, shall not be infringedā; Second Amendment, Constitution of the United States of America.
These words, and the thoughts behind them, were added to the constitution and ratified in...
Letter to the Editor | Supporters Make Greenfield Sober Grad Night a Success
To the Editor:
Sober Grad Night Committee would like to thank everyone who helped to make Sober Grad Night a success for our 2021 Greenfield High School graduates.
Thanks to all who provided the delicious food and desserts and salsa. Big thank-yous to McDonaldās for its...
Letter to the Editor | Clam Chowder Dinner a Huge Success
To the Editor:
On behalf of the Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum staff and board, a great big āthank youā goes out to the entire South Monterey County community for their continued support in helping to make the 27th Annual Drury Tankersley Clam Chowder...
Guest Column | Building the Future of Rural Healthcare: Investing in Our Students Today
As a rural healthcare system here in South Monterey County, it is clear that our long-term strength depends on the next generation who will one day walk our halls as doctors, nurses, technologists, engineers and healthcare leaders.
With this in mind, this year, Mee Memorial...
Letter to the Editor | Small Acts of Kindness
To the Editor:
Last week I wrote a guest column on the Western Flyer, the legendary boat that took John Steinbeck and Doc Ricketts to the sea of Cortez in 1940.
A reader pointed out it wasnāt all about community, that Carol Steinbeck helped a great...
Worthy to Print Column | Get On Your Horse
I want to write today to speak to you about what I have been thinking as this old world of ours starts spinning out of control. We can all hold hands and pray, which wouldnāt be a bad thing, but letās try to trust...
Worthy to Print Column: Is the Election Finally Over?
Well, we are finally getting some things done. During this period of awaiting for our President to be sworn in, I have kept myself busy because I already know what happens if you donāt have some structure in your life. I now know that...
Local News
Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published April 22, 2026
Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments.
KING CITY
March 162:33 a.m. Parking in a red zone on Andrus St.8:43 a.m. Violation of court...























