Hartnell College employees selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship
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...
Lions, MCOE to host mental health carnival and vision clinic Sunday
MONTEREY COUNTY — Lions International District 4C-6, in partnership with the Monterey County Office of Education (MCOE), has announced the inaugural Mental Health and Wellness Service Carnival, a community-focused event dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing essential resources for well-being.
The carnival, a...
Football | King City pounds Sharks, Gonzales drops 4th game
SALINAS VALLEY — King City running back Carson Tidwell was a workhorse last Friday as the Mustangs defeated the visiting St. Francis Sharks, 27-6, at War Memorial Stadium.
The junior piled up 202 yards on 22 carries and scored three touchdowns as King City improved...
Fall job fairs offer opportunities for Monterey County jobseekers
MONTEREY COUNTY — In a bid to connect jobseekers with employment opportunities this fall, Monterey County Works is hosting a series of upcoming job fairs and specialized recruitment events throughout October.
“Time to be bold, make it easy on yourself, shake hands and stand out...
King City picks winner of park-naming contest: ‘Railroad Park’
KING CITY — City of King has announced the winning name for its newest community space, selecting “Railroad Park” for the upcoming Nino Homes Southeast Community Park.
The 17-acre recreational area, situated at the corner of Livingstone Avenue and Ermosa Way, will feature a variety...
Transportation Agency approves new approach for Highway 101 South of Salinas project
CHUALAR — Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) Board of Directors recently received a presentation on the complexity of the US 101 South of Salinas Corridor project due to the scale, environmental considerations, right-of-way constraints and the need for phased implementation based on available...
King City weighs Meyers Farmworker Housing permit extension amid development push
KING CITY — On King City’s First Street, so-named because it was, stands a metal building with a clock. This is the Meyers Farmworker Housing Facility, a dorm-style seasonal home for more than 350 agricultural workers from Latin America.
Since David Gill, Steve Scaroni and...
USPS recognizes Lake Nacimiento in ZIP code 93426 after advocacy
BRADLEY — After months of advocacy by Rep. Jimmy Panetta on behalf of San Luis Obispo County residents, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has agreed to recognize Lake Nacimiento/Nacimiento Lake as an official community name within ZIP code 93426.
This change comes in response to...
Volleyball | Soledad wins 2 as King City splits contests
SALINAS VALLEY — Soledad High’s volleyball team had a 2-1 record for the week, beating Oakwood at home last Monday by a 3-1 score, losing by a 3-0 score to Monterey at home on Wednesday and completing the week with a 3-0 victory at...
Monterey County families can now claim their share of $37M in CalKIDS scholarships
MONTEREY COUNTY — Now that the new school year is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for Monterey County students and families to jumpstart their year with CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training.
More than 3-in-4 public school students from...























