Local News

Co-Op Day explores cooperative economic development SALINAS — Ventures will host its third annual Co-Op Day on Friday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at One Main Street in Salinas, bringing together local government representatives, anchor institutions and entrepreneurs to discuss cooperative economic...

KING CITY — Transportation Agency for Monterey County, in partnership with Sol Treasures, has announced the winners of the King City Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Art Competition. The competition launched in spring 2026 with a call for artwork from elementary, middle and high school...

MONTEREY COUNTY — With the Nov. 3 general election approaching, Monterey County Elections is reminding voters of key dates and voting options. Local and state voter information guides are being mailed to voters. Ballots began mailing Oct. 1, and all active registered voters will receive...

Youth substance abuse info session set for Thursday SOLEDAD — Community Schools and the Youth Safety Network are partnering with the Soledad Police Department to host an informational session focused on substance use among youth. The event will provide parents and families with information about warning...

SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas distributed more than $919,000 to local nonprofits, youth organizations, Western heritage groups and other community programs over the past year, marking the largest annual contribution in the organization’s history. The annual donations are made possible largely by local organizations...

Key for a Cure announces 2026 Warrior Award recipients SALINAS — A Key for a Cure Foundation has announced Jayaan Nasta and Wyatt Ann Ingersoll as the 2026 recipients of the Jannel Sweigert Warrior Award, which honors children and families facing pediatric cancer. The two children,...

MONTEREY COUNTY — United Way Monterey County’s Preschool Service Corps has begun its 2026-27 school year with its largest cohort to date, placing AmeriCorps members in preschool classrooms in King City, Greenfield, Salinas and Castroville. The 21 members were sworn in Sept. 15 at the...

KING CITY — Students at King City and Greenfield high schools now have new spaces on campus dedicated to mental health and wellness support. South Monterey County Joint Union High School District hosted ribbon-cutting ceremonies Sept. 21 for the new Wellness Centers at both schools,...

SMCJUHSD celebrates return to local control KING CITY — South Monterey County Joint Union High School District will celebrate its successful exit from state receivership and return to full local control during an event Wednesday, Sept. 30, at King City High School. The celebration is scheduled...

JOLON — A nearly $9.8 million federal grant will fund improvements to Jolon Road in South Monterey County, including rehabilitation of approximately 8.7 miles of the narrow rural corridor serving U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett. Rep. Zoe Lofgren announced the $9,784,000 grant Sept. 22...