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KING CITY — A proposal that could separate King City and Greenfield high schools into two different unified school districts will be the focus of public hearings next week in South Monterey County. The Monterey County Committee on School District Organization will hold two hearings...

KING CITY — King City Stampede thrilled rodeo fans Feb. 27 through March 1, with three action-packed days of professional rodeo competition, youth events, shopping and community spirit. Produced by the Salinas Valley Fair Heritage Foundation in partnership with Lone Oak Western Productions, the event...

KING CITY — King City High School is making waves this spring with the launch of its inaugural beach volleyball program. What started as just an idea last year has become a full-fledged athletic endeavor, bringing a fresh dynamic to the school’s sports offerings. The...

MONTEREY COUNTY — The nation’s oldest farmworker union announced Tuesday that it has canceled all events celebrating labor organizer César Chávez after allegations surfaced that he sexually assaulted several women and girls. “As a women-led organization that exists to empower communities, the allegations about abusive...

KING CITY — King City leaders highlighted progress in infrastructure, housing, public safety and economic development during the annual State of the City address on March 11 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds. The event, held inside the Orradre Building, was co-sponsored by the King City...

SALINAS VALLEY — Softball and baseball teams in South Monterey County are busy these days with the start of divisional play for some teams and pre-season games for others. The King City softball team has already played seven games in the pre-season and is one...

MONTEREY COUNTY — With unseasonably high temperatures expected this week, the SPCA Monterey County is urging pet owners to take precautions to keep animals safe. “What feels hot to you is also hot for your pet,” the SPCA said in a statement. The organization offers these...

CENTRAL COAST — Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) is helping to advance agriculture technology (agtech) and workforce development across the Central Coast, supporting a statewide initiative that aims to create well-paying jobs and strengthen the region’s economy. MBEP, a regional economic development organization, co-founded and...

KING CITY — Sol Treasures and Center Stage Theatrical Productions will present the timeless Broadway musical “Anything Goes” this spring, opening April 11 and running for three weekends through April 25 at the Robert Stanton Theater in King City. This beloved Cole Porter classic will...

National Agriculture Week 2026 will be observed March 15-21, with National Ag Day falling on March 24. The annual week highlights the vital role agriculture plays in the United States — providing food, jobs and economic stability — and encourages Americans to recognize the industry’s contributions...