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Country mega-star Keith Urban to headline Rodeo’s Big Week Kick Off Concert

Keith Urban rodeo concert
SALINAS — Award-winning country artist Keith Urban will headline the 2024 Big Week Kick Off Concert on July 12. Urban was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and just completed his first residency at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in...

County of Monterey receives sonar devices to aid in water rescues

MONTEREY COUNTY — The County of Monterey Parks Department and Sheriff’s Office have received a lifesaving gift — handheld sonar devices and training to assist in water rescues.Ā  The devices, called AquaEye, have advanced technology, using sonar and artificial intelligence. The donation of these devices...

King City native in need of kidney transplant

KING CITY — In March, the generous spirit of King City was on full display as community members rallied around a life-long resident in need of a liver transplant. The event supporting Rita McCormack Tavernetti at the Orradre Building raised more than $150,000, heightened...

Monterey County joins national commemoration of 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

County of Monterey
MONTEREY COUNTY — During the week of April 21-27, crime victims, survivors and those who serve them will join together across the United States to promote victims’ rights and services, and educate communities on the devastating impact crime has on victims, neighborhoods, schools and...

Lecture, video presentation to feature ā€˜Bridges of Southern Monterey County’

MONTEREY — The Monterey History and Art Association will be hosting a lecture and video presentation at Casa Serrano in Monterey on Tuesday, Aug. 15, starting at 1:30 p.m. The topic is ā€œThe Bridges of SouthernĀ MontereyĀ County,ā€ featuring speakers John and Karen Jernigan of King City...

Bob Hoover Academy receives prestigious Golden Bell Award

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Office of Education (MCOE), alongside the Bob Hoover Academy in Salinas, received a top state educational honor for the success of its ongoing partnership in providing Monterey County students with an exciting diploma track program. On Nov. 30, the California...

King City Police Department urges caution for Pedestrian Safety Month

King City Police
KING CITY — September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California, and the King City Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on roads.Ā  By always taking extra precautions, drivers can help protect pedestrians and reduce the risk of...

Track and Field | King City Lady Mustangs qualify individuals, relay teams to CCS semifinals

KING CITY — King City Lady Mustangs track and field team will have three individual girls and two relay teams compete at this Saturday’s Central Coast Section semifinals in Gilroy. During the Masters Meet at Pacific Grove last Friday, Mariana Alcarez placed third in the...

Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley kicks off 2023 ā€˜Wine Lovers’ drawing

SALINAS VALLEY — Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley has kicked off the Annual ā€œWine Loversā€ Drawing 2023, with proceeds benefiting its meal delivery program for homebound seniors in the area. ā€œIt is crucial that we continue our fundraising efforts to assure that our...

King City Chamber honors top community members for 2024

KING CITY — King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture recognized four top contributors to the community this past Saturday. The audience gathered at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds’ Orradre Building to honor Debby Norman as the Citizen of the Year, King City Town Square as...
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