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SALINAS VALLEY — The Avanza Network wrapped up its 10th annual conference in the Salinas Valley last month after visiting 25 middle and high schools across Monterey and Santa Cruz counties, including several in South Monterey County. The all-volunteer nonprofit, founded in 2011 by Mexican-American...

KING CITY — City of King has filed a lawsuit for breach of contract against Shangri-La Industries Inc., the troubled property developer that was supposed to convert the former Days Inn motel into supportive housing for the city’s homeless population. “The City is extremely frustrated...

SALINAS VALLEY — Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) has announced that Jackie Cruz, VP of Advancement at Hartnell College and executive director for the Hartnell College Foundation, and Gayle Pitman, Hartnell’s VP of Research, Effectiveness and Success, as two of 40 leaders in the nation selected for the 2025-26...

SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas is more than just world-class rodeo — it’s a weeklong celebration packed with family-friendly activities for kids of all ages. Beginning on Friday, July 11, and running through Sunday, July 20, families can enjoy various engaging events designed to...

SALINAS VALLEY — South Monterey County volleyball teams will begin the second half of Pacific Coast Athletic League divisional play this week. King City is currently in fifth place in the Gabilan Division with a 3-5 mark (8-8 overall). Gonzales, Soledad and Greenfield all compete in...

KING CITY — Long-term financial stability seemed to be the theme of this year’s State of the City Address, during which City of King officials provided an update on King City’s progress over the past year while presenting their latest efforts and challenges. The Jan....

KING CITY — King City Rotary Club hosted a dedication ceremony during its Dec. 6 meeting at Sun Street Centers in King City to celebrate the completion of the Darlene Acosta Youth Center Rotary Student Lounge. The Rotary Clubs from the Salinas Valley and local...

KING CITY — With a 34-12 loss to Pacific Grove last Friday night, the King City Mustangs football team must improve their play with critical Mission Division games coming up against Carmel and Greenfield. King City head coach Mac Villanueva needs his team to bounce...

KING CITY — Col. Stephen Trotter, Fort Hunter Liggett’s garrison commander, paid homage to the courage of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, extending gratitude to veterans present and across the nation while also honoring Gold Star families, during the annual King City Memorial...

KING CITY — The tradition of homecoming at King City High School is an event the town looks forward to every year. As the festivities of homecoming start to take place, the ASB leadership class would like to introduce the “Homecoming Horseshoe” that will be...