Local News

MONTEREY COUNTY — With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, SPCA Monterey County is urging pet owners to take precautions to keep their animals safe during fireworks, which can frighten pets and lead to a spike in lost animals. The organization said the loud, unpredictable...

KING CITY — Independence Day celebrations in King City will span two days this year with fireworks, a parade and multiple community events offering food, entertainment and family activities across the city. Festivities begin Friday, July 3, with a fireworks show hosted by the King...

KING CITY — Applications are now open for artists, makers and creative vendors interested in participating in Fall Into Art, a two-day community arts event at Sol Treasures. The event, presented in partnership with the Arts Council for Monterey County and its Open Studios Art...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Agricultural Crimes Unit arrested a Patterson man in connection with a series of copper wire thefts totaling more than $50,000, authorities said. Detectives investigated ongoing thefts of copper wire throughout Monterey County and identified a suspect using surveillance...

Sol Treasures continues Backyard Concert Series KING CITY — Sol Treasures will continue its Backyard Concert Series this summer, offering free live music performances for community members at its location on Broadway Street. The outdoor concert series, held from 6 to 8 p.m., features local and...

KING CITY — What began as uncertainty ended as a night of celebration, thanks to the generosity and determination of the King City community. When the Silva family, who had faithfully led Sober Grad Night for many years, stepped back from organizing the event, it...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Arts Council for Monterey County has named Pacific Grove High School student Anton MacLachlan as the 2026-27 Monterey County Youth Poet Laureate, recognizing the young poet’s artistic achievements and commitment to community engagement. MacLachlan officially begins his one-year term July 1 and...

KING CITY — Community members gathered at San Lorenzo Park on June 17 to celebrate the neighbors and businesses helping keep King City looking its best during the 2026 Beautification BBQ, a joint meeting of the King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture and...

KING CITY — City of King will relaunch its Community Walk program on Thursday, June 25, with weekly walks scheduled through Aug. 13. The free events will take place every Thursday at 6 p.m., beginning at the King City Downtown Plaza, located at 326 Broadway...

Highway restriping project to cause delays SALINAS VALLEY — Motorists traveling on northbound and southbound Highway 101 between King City and Greenfield will encounter alternating lane closures this week as crews conduct roadway repairs and restriping. The closures began Monday and are scheduled to continue through...