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May 12, 2025

Monterey County farmers estimate $336M in losses from recent storms

SALINAS VALLEY — A flood damage survey on Monterey County agriculture shows $336 million in estimated losses from January’s storms, with the costliest impacts in South Monterey County. Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office has released the initial results of the online survey, which launched Jan....

Historic photo of 1914 Vendome Hotel fire installed at Rising Phoenix Tap Room in King City

KING CITY — A six-foot wide photo from the 1914 fire at the Vendome Hotel in King City has been installed at the Rising Phoenix Tap Room at 320 Broadway. The newly opened business in the town’s historic district is the setting for one of...

Cal Water begins infrastructure upgrade in King City

KING CITY — California Water Service (Cal Water) began work Sept. 25 on a new water infrastructure upgrade that will improve water supply reliability for residents and businesses in northeast King City. Cal Water crews are installing a new 500-gallon pressure tank that will protect...

Transportation Agency recognizes King City’s Downtown Streetscape Project

Downtown Streetscape Project
KING CITY — City of King’s Downtown Streetscape Project was among this year’s winners of the 22nd Annual Transportation Excellence Awards, presented by the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC). ā€œIt is great that our city was recognized by TAMC for our Downtown Streetscape Project,ā€...

Joint meeting of King City Chamber, Rotary Club promotes Beautification Week

Cleanup rake
KING CITY — The 32nd annual King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture and King City Rotary Club joint meeting to promote Beautification Week is planned for Wednesday, June 12, at noon. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend the luncheon at San Lorenzo Park’s...

King City Grocery Outlet development clears legal hurdles

Grocery Outlet
KING CITY — After more than two years of legal challenges, the development of a new Grocery Outlet in King City is set to move forward. Best Development’s proposal for a store located at 1023 Broadway St. gained momentum after a recent ruling from the...

City of King files lawsuit against Homekey project developer

King City Days Inn Project Homekey
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. ā€œThe City is extremely frustrated...

King City Mustangs’ Garcia looks forward to leadership role on football team

KING CITY — Last season King City High football player Adrian Garcia was a vital part of the offense, as he was second in receiving yards with 530, and going into his senior year he wants to help elevate his team during his last...

Monterey County District Attorney’s Office warns about recent surge in fraudulent job postings

Scams
MONTEREY COUNTY — In recent weeks, there has been a surge in fraudulent job postings targeting job seekers, announced Monterey County District Attorney’s Office. These deceptive postings lead unsuspecting individuals to fake websites asking them to provide sensitive personal information, including direct deposit details. They...

Operation Santa brings bliss to nearly 500 families in South Monterey County this holiday

Operation Santa
KING CITY — Santa’s arrival by helicopter brought joy to hundreds of families from South Monterey County this Christmas, as he and a team of helpers delivered gifts and other goodies to their smiling faces. Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez and California Water Service once...
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