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...
Report highlights need for family-centered child care policies in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY ā A new report, āInvesting in Families: Expanding Child Care Access in Monterey County,ā by California Budget & Policy Center experts Laura Pryor and Erik Saucedo, in collaboration with First 5 Monterey County, shines a spotlight on the critical child care challenges...
Health officials release survey results from Vistra Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility fire
MONTEREY COUNTY ā The health departments of the Counties of Monterey and Santa Cruz are inviting the public to review a report of the regional survey conducted in response to the January 2025 battery fire at the Vistra Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility.
The survey...
Hartnell College names GuzmƔn as VP of Student Affairs
SALINAS VALLEY ā Hartnell College has announced the appointment of Sandra GuzmĆ”n as its new Vice President of Student Affairs, effective July 7.
GuzmƔn brings more than 25 years of experience in higher education and community-based organizations, focused on advancing student success, equity and mental...
Photos | Republican Women award scholarships to King City grads
Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated recently presented $1,000 scholarships to Amity Hearne and Hayden Munoz, both 2025 graduates of King City High School.
SPCA Wildlife Center caring for 46 rescued young gulls
MONTEREY COUNTY ā SPCA Monterey County is issuing a warning to drive carefully around gulls in early August.
This time of year, fledgling gulls are leaving their nests. These young gulls are the same size as their parents with one major difference: they are not...
King City hosts successful National Night Out 2025
KING CITY ā King City police and fire departments joined forces last Tuesday to host National Night Out 2025, which took place on a closed section of Bassett Street between the stations so community members could participate in games and raffles, as well as...
King City High School ag educator named Monterey County Teacher of the Year
KING CITY ā Blaise Chaney, an agriculture teacher at King City High School, has been named the overall Monterey County Teacher of the Year, earning the countyās top honor for educators this year and the chance to represent Monterey County in the California Department...
Community Foundation for Monterey County reports record year of impact
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a record-setting year of philanthropic impact.
The report, āGrow.Grant.Lead.,ā reflects a remarkable year of generosity, collaboration and community leadership, with $44.4 million granted through 3,091 grantsāthe highest in CFMCās...
PG&E urges 811 calls on National Safe Digging Day as Central Coast sees dozens of utility strikes
CENTRAL COAST ā 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...