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National Agriculture Week 2026 will be observed March 15-21, with National Ag Day falling on March 24. The annual week highlights the vital role agriculture plays in the United States — providing food, jobs and economic stability — and encourages Americans to recognize the industry’s contributions...

CRU Winery, local partners relaunch vineyard hiking series SOLEDAD — A popular vineyard hiking program is returning this year as CRU Winery partners with Richard Russell CrossFit and The Live Well Project to host a quarterly hiking series at Paraiso Vineyard. The hiking series invites participants...

KING CITY — A new brochure featuring 20 murals around King City is now available for residents and visitors, thanks to sponsorship from King City in Bloom (KCIB). Since its founding in July 2016, KCIB volunteers have worked to “recruit and promote murals as a...

MONTEREY COUNTY — An intelligence alert suggesting a possible drone attack on California prompted numerous calls to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, officials said. While the alert raised concern among residents, authorities emphasized that the threats are unverified and not imminent. Monterey County Sheriff...

SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation and the K-12 STEAM Programs present the 20th Annual STEAM Family Science Day on Saturday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave. in Salinas. The free event will feature hands-on STEAM activities,...

KING CITY — King City Rotary Club celebrated a remarkable milestone Saturday, as members, guests and community leaders gathered at Rustic Barrel to mark the club’s 100th anniversary with a special Centennial Luncheon. The March 7 event honored a century of service, leadership and community...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) is offering more than $1.5 million in student scholarships for 2026, with applications due next week. More than 500 local students will be able to pursue their dreams of higher education, thanks to the generosity of...

King City seeks input on Salinas River trail expansion KING CITY — The City of King and Monterey County are seeking public input on plans to expand pedestrian trails at San Lorenzo Park and along the Salinas River. Officials say feedback will help guide early planning...

KING CITY — Creativity, sustainability and community spirit will take center stage March 19 at the 2026 South County Trashion Show, Alliance on Aging’s largest annual fundraiser benefiting seniors across Monterey County. The luncheon and runway event will be held inside the Orradre Building at...

County to unveil Covid-19 memorial, honor losses SALINAS — Monterey County will host a ceremony Tuesday, March 10, to unveil a countywide Covid-19 Memorial Garden at the Government Center Plaza, 1413 Schilling Place, in Salinas. The three-year project honors the 940 county residents who died during...