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July 19, 2025

Paso Robles Event Center generates $79M to economy

The Fairs and Exposition branch of the California Department of Food and Agriculture recently released its annual reports detailing the economic impact of California fairs on local economies.

Youth get second chance with Road to Success

Sun Street Centers’ Road to Success program is offering a chance for youth in South County to make the shift to positive behaviors after having a setback.

Fees reduced for artists’ open studio tour

Thanks to funding from the Arts Council for Monterey County, Monterey Peninsula Foundation and Yellow Brick Road Benefit Shops, a discounted registration fee of $150 is being offered to participants whose tour locations are in Salinas, Salinas Valley and

DRESSED TO THRILL

Trash never goes out of style, as seen at the 2018 South County Trashion Show in which local designers let their creativity shine through 26 unique dresses made from recycled and repurposed materials.

Self-help court services expand to South County

Monterey County Superior Court has expanded its self-help services to South County, with the new Self-Help Center operating in Greenfield on the fourth Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greenfield Civic Center.

Love your heart

February is the month of love, and more than 100 Gonzales residents honored that by hosting the Love Your Heart Mini Mall on Feb. 3.

Dedication set for new windmill

King City in Bloom will host a dedication ceremony next Wednesday for the new windmill and landscaping at the entrance to San Lorenzo County Park.

Man’s best friend

This past Saturday, locals were given a low-cost opportunity to take care of their family pets. Gonzales Police Department and the Monterey County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) teamed up to bring a low-cost vaccination clinic to

Gonzales hosts local National Night Out campaign

Gonzales National Night Out brought out a big crowd at Central Park this year.

Over 700 wines expected at 26th annual Monterey International Wine Competition

Monterey International Wine Competition (MIWC) will host its 26th annual international wine competition March 9 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City.

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Scammers are targeting PG&E customers at an alarming rate

CENTRAL COAST — Utility scams have continued at an alarming rate during 2025, with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers reporting over $190,000...