Local leaders celebrate ribbon-cutting of critical roadway safety project south of Salinas
SALINAS — U.S. Rep. Jimmy Panetta and local leaders recently hosted an official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Spence Road Auxiliary Lane Project, a key local infrastructure improvement effort that will enhance both roadway and community safety.
The project was funded thanks in part to $1...
River Fire spreads to 2,800 acres south of Salinas, 10% contained
SALINAS VALLEY — The River Fire, a blaze sparked by unusual weather early Sunday morning, has charred at least 2,800 acres in the Pine Canyon area just outside of Salinas, CalFire reported Monday morning.
The fire is currently 10% contained and residents in the areas...
Historic photo now hangs at King City coffee house
KING CITY — Local historian John Jernigan recently installed a large historic photo at Hestia on the 300 block of Broadway in King City.
The 1918 scene features the building where the current coffee house is located, formerly known as the Vendome Hotel. In the...
United Way Monterey County seeks nominations for 50th Live United Awards
MONTEREY COUNTY — United Way Monterey County (UWMC) is accepting nominations for the 50th Annual Live United Awards, a landmark celebration honoring the volunteers whose generosity, compassion and dedication strengthen the community.
Awards recognize individuals who made an outstanding impact across Monterey County during the...
Monterey County supervisors approve $250,000 for Food Bank to help during COVID-19 crisis
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Board of Supervisors has approved $250,000 in support for the Food Bank for Monterey County, officials announced Friday.
The nonprofit agency has seen the number of people it serves quadruple since the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis hit.
“There are many nonprofit agencies...
Unemployment claims rise as pandemic hits 1-year mark
The surge in unemployment filings in March 2020 provided one of the first clear warnings of the havoc the pandemic was wreaking on the U.S. economy.
One year later, that klaxon is still blaring.
More than 746,000 people filed first-time applications for state unemployment benefits last...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Dec. 13, 2023
SOCCER COMPLEX CLOSURE
GREENFIELD — The Greenfield soccer complex at Patriot Park will be temporarily closed for maintenance from Dec. 11 through Jan. 19. Maintenance includes reseeding, fertilizing and aerating, which will create even growth and repair of grass during this period. For more information,...
Gov. Newsom approves $17M for dam safety funding
CENTRAL COAST — Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 104 that includes providing $17 million of funding for dam safety projects at Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs, which are owned and operated by the Monterey County Water Resources Agency.
Following the failure of the...
King City Police Department reminds drivers to always stop for school buses
KING CITY — This National School Bus Safety Week, Oct. 17-21, the King City Police Department supports efforts throughout the state to keep children and caregivers safe by reminding drivers on the dangers of passing a stopped school bus.
Drivers are required to come to...
Healthy Youth Field Day 2025 promotes good habits for Monterey County students
MONTEREY COUNTY — Aspire Health and Montage Health Foundation hosted its third annual Healthy Youth Field Day on May 19 in partnership with Monterey Bay Football Club at Cardinale Stadium in Seaside, bringing together 150 elementary students and their teachers for a morning of...
