Community Foundation for Monterey County reports record year of impact
MONTEREY COUNTY — Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a record-setting year of philanthropic impact.
The report, “Grow.Grant.Lead.,” reflects a remarkable year of generosity, collaboration and community leadership, with $44.4 million granted through 3,091 grants—the highest in CFMC’s...
PG&E urges 811 calls on National Safe Digging Day as Central Coast sees dozens of utility strikes
CENTRAL COAST — Monday, Aug. 11, was recognized as National 811 Day to raise awareness of the importance of making a free call to 811 before any digging project, large or small.
Whether a property owner or a contractor, calling 811 will help ensure that...
Research suggests fresh grapes are a superfood
CALIFORNIA — A new article appearing in the current issue of the peer-reviewed Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry explores the concept of “superfoods” and makes a case that fresh grapes have earned what should be a prominent position in the superfood family.
The author,...
Monterey County Cattlemen’s Ranch Rodeo returns Aug. 22-23 in King City
KING CITY — Monterey County Cattlemen’s Association (MCCA) is bringing back its annual Team Roping and Ranch Rodeo for a full weekend of western tradition at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City.
The event kicks off Friday, Aug. 22, with team roping, followed by a dinner and calcutta...
Salinas Valley Health Mobile Clinic reaches 20,000 patient visits
SALINAS VALLEY — In just four-and-a-half years of operation, the Salinas Valley Health Mobile Clinic has reached a major milestone — providing its 20,000th patient visit.
Since its launch in January 2020, the Mobile Clinic has been delivering free, high-quality care to underserved areas across...
Lown Institute awards Mee Memorial Healthcare System an ‘A’ grade in national rankings
KING CITY — Mee Memorial Healthcare System has been recognized for its outstanding performance, earning an “A” grade from the Lown Institute in its 2025-26 Hospital Index.
This nationally acclaimed healthcare think tank’s ranking is a benchmark in the industry, highlighting hospitals that lead in...
Casa de Esperanza breaks ground in King City
KING CITY — Local and county leaders gathered last Wednesday to break ground on Casa de Esperanza, a long-anticipated project that will transform a shuttered motel into 46 studio apartments for individuals experiencing homelessness in King City.
The July 30 groundbreaking ceremony, held at the...
Supervisor Lopez moves office to King City
KING CITY — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez marked the opening of his new county office in King City with a ribbon cutting last Thursday.
More than 175 guests attended the July 31 grand opening of the new District 3 office, located at 1011 Broadway...
Local health officers urge Bay Area families to prioritize immunizations in back-to-school preparations
BAY AREA — As children and families across the Bay Area prepare for the upcoming school year, Bay Area health officials urge everyone to make sure back-to-school checklists start with getting children vaccinated.
Vaccines are safe, effective and a routine part of preventative healthcare. Vaccination...
King City boxers win at Rock Boxing
KING CITY — Two boxers from the King City Boxing Club came home with wins after fighting in a boxing show last Saturday at Rock Boxing in Salinas.
Alex Salazar, 13, won by unanimous decision at 116 pounds and Alexis Ramos, 16, also won by...
