Catalytic converter thefts reported in South Monterey County
GREENFIELD — Several community members in Greenfield had their catalytic converters stolen overnight on Oct. 14, according to Greenfield Police Department.
Similar thefts were also reported in other South Monterey County cities, including Soledad and King City.
A catalytic converter is part of a vehicle’s exhaust...
Hartnell hosts conference on agriculture industry’s changing workforce needs
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College hosted a special version of the annual Ag Tech Summit — a half-day, in-person program called AgTechX Ed — last month on the Main Campus in Salinas.
The Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology has joined with the California...
King City Rustler’s sister papers combine under new nameplate
SALINAS VALLEY — With today’s issue,
the publishers of the Gonzales Tribune, Soledad Bee and Greenfield News are
pleased to announce a unified newspaper under a fresh new brand for the Salinas
Valley region.
The newspapers, which have long shared
news of regional interest, will be published under...
Salinas Valley Fair unveils renovated Expo Building
KING CITY — Salinas Valley Fair has announced the completion of the extensive renovation of the Expo Building, marking a new chapter in its storied history.
The 12,000-square-foot, multipurpose facility underwent upgrades in 2022 and 2023, transforming it into a venue for a wide array...
King City Cemetery to host wreath-laying ceremony Saturday
KING CITY — King City Cemetery, an official Wreaths Across America location, will host a wreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m., joining more than 3,500 other locations across the country for National Wreaths Across America Day.
Coordinated and led by local...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 2, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICTS
SOLEDAD — A public hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. to seek comments on draft district maps prepared for pending by-district Soledad City Council elections. The hearing is part of the Council’s regularly scheduled meeting at City Hall,...
Fort Hunter Liggett commander pays visit to San Antonio School
LOCKWOOD — Col. Lisa Lamb, Fort Hunter Liggett garrison commander, visited San Antonio Union School in Lockwood to engage with Superintendent/Principal Josh Van Norman and students while learning about the school on Sept. 21.
Children of soldiers and army civilians make up 30% of...
S.T.A.R. Foundation of Monterey County donates $500K to Sol Treasures in King City
KING CITY — S.T.A.R. Foundation of Monterey County presented Sol Treasures with $500,000 last Saturday during the Sol Treasures Annual Fundraiser Gala.
The night included musical entertainment, silent and live auctions and a dinner for donors, but the large donation was a surprise event held...
