Fort Hunter Liggettās Hacienda becomes canvas for local artists
JOLON ā Fort Hunter Liggettās historic Hacienda, nestled in a breathtaking natural setting and designed by the renowned Julia Morgan, attracts visitors year-round.
In April, this architectural gem captivated a small group of California Central Coast artists, who used it and the surrounding stunning landscapes...
Grant enables First Tee growth in Salinas Valley
SALINAS VALLEY ā First Tee Monterey County has received a multi-year grant from Bank of America that will help expand its youth development programs into Greenfield, King City and additional Monterey Peninsula communities.
Salinas-based First Tee was recently named the 2021 Bank of America Neighborhood Champion for...
Transportation Agency for Monterey County seeks nominations for excellence awards
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) is accepting nominations for its 21st Annual Transportation Excellence Awards.
The award honors individuals, businesses, groups or programs and projects for their efforts to improve transportation in Monterey County.
Examples of potential awards include but are not...
Monterey County Sheriffās Office hosts groundbreaking ceremony for new Re-Entry Resource Center
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey County Sheriffās Office hosted a groundbreaking ceremony last week for the new Re-Entry Resource Center.
The April 8 event was held at the Monterey County Jail, located at 1410 Natividad Road in Salinas.
The Sheriffās Office is constructing a Re-Entry Resource Center...
Monterey County: What to Know About Returning to Evacuated Areas
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Evacuation orders and warnings in most Monterey County communities have been lifted. Those permitted to return to evacuated areas are encouraged to proceed carefully.
If a yellow or red placard was placed on a structure on your parcel, please get in touch...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | June 20, 2025
DUI/DL CHECKPOINT
GREENFIELD ā Greenfield Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) and driverās license (DL) checkpoint on Friday, June 20, from 6 to 10 p.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. DUI/DL checkpoint locations are determined based on data...
Monterey County supervisors adopt countywide mask order
MONTEREY COUNTY ā After several weeks of discussion, Monterey County Board of Supervisors has approved a countywide indoor face covering ordinance that could begin in late October if certain criteria are met.
Last week the Board delayed final approval of its mask mandate until Tuesday...
King City teen arrested for illegal firearms
KING CITY ā King City Police have arrested a local teenager on multiple weapons-related charges.
On Nov. 30, officers responded to a residence regarding a report of suspicious activity. The reporting party provided video footage depicting four juveniles who were walking in the area and...
CSUMB honors local veterans with new exhibit
SALINAS ā California State University Monterey Bayās (CSUMB) Salinas Center for Arts and Culture has launched a new exhibition celebrating the collegeās student, faculty and staff veterans, active duty service members and military dependents.
The free exhibit, āCSUMB Honors Veterans,ā opened to the public Nov....
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 6, 2025
FAIR VOLUNTEERS
MONTEREY ā Monterey County Fair is calling on community members to be part of one of the areaās most beloved annual traditions. The 2025 Monterey County Fair will take place Thursday, Aug. 28, through Monday, Sept. 1, and the Fair is currently seeking...























