Big Sur International Marathon this weekend
The 32nd annual Big Sur International Marathon is Sunday, April 30. The 26.2-mile foot race, a major sporting event on California’s Central Coast, necessitates the temporary closure of California Highway 1 from south of Carmel to Big Sur for a half day.
Supervisor Salinas announces retirement
Monterey County Supervisor Simon Salinas will retire from office in early 2019 after his current term expires, ending a nearly three-decade career in public office, and is throwing his support behind his chief of staff — and South County native — Chris Lopez to succeed him for the District 3 position.
Local Memorial Day services planned for Monday
Memorial Day services are planned for Monday morning around South County to honor and remember those who have died while serving in the U.S. military.
New officer swears in
The City of Gonzales has a new police officer, Ruben Pulido, who was sworn in July 16 in the City Council Chambers.
CHILDREN'S DAY
El Dia Del Nino, or Children’s Day, celebration occurred this past Sunday, April 29, at Central Park in Gonzales.
FFA members earn state degree
The Gonzales FFA has announced that 24 Gonzales High School agricultural students earned their California State FFA Degree.
Longtime South County doctor awarded France’s highest medal
In a ceremony Feb. 12 at the French Consulate in San Francisco, Dr. Duane Hyde — a longtime resident and family doctor of King City — was recognized for his service in World War II with the Legion of Honor medal, France’s highest order of merit for military and civil awards.
CHILDREN’S DAY
El Dia Del Nino, or Children’s Day, celebration occurred this past Sunday, April 29, at Central Park in Gonzales.
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