SURPLUS SALE
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County’s Procurement Office will hold a public surplus sale on Friday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1488 Schilling Place in Salinas. The event features office furniture, including chairs, file cabinets and bookcases. All items are sold “as is” and must be removed on the day of the sale. Cash only transactions are accepted, and buyers are responsible for hauling away their purchases with no assistance provided. For more information, call 831-755-4990.
ANNUAL RELAY
SALINAS VALLEY — American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of the Salinas Valley is set to hold its 28th annual event on Sept. 20 at the Salinas City Center from 4 to 9 p.m. This volunteer-led event honors cancer survivors, remembers loved ones lost and raises funds to improve the lives of those affected by cancer. Last year, the Salinas relay ranked as the top fundraising event nationwide out of over 3,000 relays, raising more than $643,000. With over 2 million new cancer diagnoses and more than 618,000 cancer deaths expected in 2025, the relay aims to contribute to the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer. The local event’s fundraising goal is $600,000. Community members are encouraged to participate by joining a team or donating at RelayForLife.org/salinasca.
HOSPITAL SAFETY
SALINAS — Natividad Medical Center in Salinas has received an “A” grade in the Spring 2025 Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent nonprofit organization that assesses hospital safety nationwide. The grade is based on more than 30 measures related to errors, injuries, infections and safety protocols aimed at preventing harm to patients. “Natividad is honored to be recognized by The Leapfrog Group and ranked among the best hospitals in the nation for hospital safety,” said Natividad CEO Dr. Chad Harris. “As a public safety net hospital and trauma center, Natividad’s mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate health care to everyone who walks through our doors. Our team is committed to providing the safest care and best possible outcomes across the organization.” The Leapfrog Group’s Safety Grade is the only nationwide rating focused solely on preventable medical errors and injuries, and it is updated twice each year to reflect current hospital performance. For additional details about Natividad’s safety score and tips for patient safety, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org.
