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December 17, 2025

Local vets invited to ceremony

The U.S. Army Garrison at the Presidio of Monterey is hosting a welcome-home ceremony for Vietnam War veterans during its annual Language Day event Wednesday, May 12.

Drug take-back yields 7 boxes

Residents had the opportunity to clean out medicine cabinets and drawers last Saturday and bring unused and expired prescription medicines to the 13th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

New bins combat opioid epidemic

New bins for unwanted or expired prescription medications have been installed at the King City, Greenfield and Gonzales police departments, providing a way for residents to properly dispose of these drugs before they fall into the wrong hands.

South County resident wins car at annual charity drawing

The 2018 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance ended in excitement for King City resident Michele Ing, as she was the lucky winner of a new 2019 INFINITI QX50.

Mumau gives report on county schools

Monterey County Office of Education’s (MCOE) Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Jaime Valenzuela-Mumau spoke to members of the Soledad Rotary.

Voters choose candidates, approve measures

California voters took to the polls last Tuesday to decide on numerous candidates for state and county offices as well as local measures in the June 5 primary election, the results of which are continuing to be counted.

The great outdoors

More than 100 youth between the ages of 10 and 13 recently attended Camp Redwood Glen, and 44 of those were from South Monterey County.

Mentors sought for Girls Inc program

Volunteer women mentors are currently needed to work with high school girls in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties through the Girls Inc. of the Central Coast’s ECHO Leadership and Mentoring Program.

Party on the block

This year’s Four Cities for Peace Block Party was a success, according to event organizer Jean Salcido.

Salinas seeking qualified applicants to serve on Historic Resources Board

The City of Salinas is seeking qualified applicants to serve on the Historic Resources Board.

Local News

Monterey County Sheriff’s Office investigation

Deputy involved in shooting of suspect armed with rifle in Soledad

SOLEDAD — In the early morning hours of Dec. 16, Monterey County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies were dispatched to a report of a suspicious...