South Monterey Countyās first inclusive park to open Saturday
SOLEDAD ā City of Soledad will host a grand opening for the much-anticipated Orchard Lane Park on Saturday, Aug. 19, at 10 a.m.
The park, which has been under construction for more than a year, will be the first of its kind in South Monterey...
GRIDLIFE Festival tour makes first-ever West Coast stop in Salinas
SALINAS ā The GRIDLIFE Festival tour comes to the West Coast for the first time ever on Oct. 20-22, bringing its unique youth-oriented music and motorsport event to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Salinas.
An expected 175 race cars will hit the track over the...
Hartnell College gains national honor for student access and earnings
SALINAS VALLEY ā Hartnell College has been named an Opportunity College and University (OCU) in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications, recognizing institutions that provide broad student access and measurable earnings outcomes following graduation.
Hartnell is one of 60 community colleges in the United Statesāand one of...
Hartnell College athletes receive 2023 Bill Elliott Scholarships
SALINAS VALLEY ā A group of 20 student-athletes, including three from South Monterey County, were awarded a 2023 Bill Elliott Scholarship during a celebration dinner at the Hartnell College main campus in Salinas.
Awards are in recognition of outstanding athletic and academic accomplishments while attending...
Arts Council for Monterey County and partners secure $250K grant for local arts
CENTRAL COAST ā Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC), along with its partners ā San Benito County Arts Council and Arts Council Santa Cruz County ā have been selected as one of 36 recipients in a competitive grant program designed to boost economic growth...
Lavender Creek Co. partners with quilters to bring comfort to local patients
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Lavender Creek Co., Monterey Countyās local family-run lavender wellness brand, has announced a new partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Quilters Guild, providing locally grown lavender for the handcrafted eye pillows donated to CHOMP, Salinas Valley Health, Natividad and the VNA.
The eye...
Monterey County Sheriffās Office honored for King City mass shooting response
KING CITY ā Monterey County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency made a surprise visit to the Monterey County Sheriffās Office last week, recognizing local deputies for their pivotal role in managing a mass casualty incident on March 3 in King City.
The tragic shooting occurred...
Monterey County Business Council secures contract to manage SBAās Small Business Development Centers
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) has been awarded the contract to manage the Small Business Administrationās Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Monterey and San Benito counties.
This achievement underscores the Councilās dedication to fostering a thriving business environment and supporting local...
California Rodeo Salinas and Big Week Bull Riding tickets go on sale
SALINAS VALLEY ā Tickets for the California Rodeo Salinas, July 18-21, and the Big Week Bull Riding, July 17, go on sale Thursday, May 2, at carodeo.com.
In addition, the ticket office will open for walk-up sales from May 2-5, between 10 a.m. and 5...
Monterey Bay Football Club announces 4-year partnership extension with Montage Health
SEASIDE ā Monterey Bay Football Club (Monterey Bay FC) has officially announced a new four-year extension with Montage Health to remain as a prominent partner with the club in an agreement that includes front-of-kit sponsorship through 2029.
In addition, Montage Health will continue to support...






















