CHIEF SURVEY
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad is conducting a community survey to help select the next chief of police. The survey is open now until April 4, and feedback is essential in guiding the City toward the right choice for the community. Survey links are: (English) surveymonkey.com/r/Y6YV3RT and (Spanish) surveymonkey.com/r/SNKZ57J. Physical copies are also available at City Hall.
VA HEALTHCARE
KING CITY — Did you serve in the military? The VA Palo Alto Health Care System Medical Outreach Team will be at the King City VFW, 599 Bitterwater Road, on Thursday, April 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. VA medical providers will be on-site to provide services for veterans enrolled in VA health care, including: examinations, consultations, referrals and toxic exposure screening. Wait times to see medical providers may vary. For those not enrolled or unsure about their eligibility, bring a copy of your DD214 and the team can provide assistance and answer questions.
CHAMBER AWARDS
KING CITY — King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture will present its Annual Awards Dinner on Saturday, April 5. The 2024 honorees are: Debby Norman for Citizen of the Year, King City Town Square for Business of the Year, Rodolfo Tapia for Friend of the Community, and Dalilah Trujillo with the Hermie Robles Youth Award. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds’ Orradre Building, 625 Division St., in King City. Tickets can be purchased at the King City Chamber office at 200 Broadway, Suite 40, or online at kingcitychamber.com. For more information, call 831-385-3814.
BONUS BRIEF: FASHION SHOW
MONTEREY — American Cancer Society is gearing up for the 31st Annual Celebration of Life Fashion Show, scheduled for April 11 at the Monterey Conference Center. This year’s event, themed “Winning the Race Against Cancer,” will honor the courage of local cancer survivors while raising vital funds for cancer research and patient support. Guests are invited to dress in their best Kentucky Derby-style attire to match the event’s spirit. The fashion show serves as an inspiring platform where cancer survivors share their journeys of resilience on the runway, highlighting the significant impact of donations on patients and their families. Local boutiques will showcase the latest spring fashions throughout the event. American Cancer Society projects over 2 million new cancer diagnoses in the United States in 2025, highlighting the need for ongoing advocacy and funding. For tickets, visit acsmontereycelebration.org or call 831-621-5554.
