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Tow trucks, CHP vehicles, ambulances and more drove down Front Street in Soledad on Aug. 23 to celebrate the Spirit Ride’s “Slow Down, Move Over” event.

SAFE WATER SAN ARDO — On March 11, there was a notification of the need to not drink San Ardo tap water or use it for cooking purposes. As of March 27, San Ardo Water District and Monterey County Health Department has determined that, through...

KING CITY — Mee Memorial Healthcare System’s (MMHS) King City Clinic has received the 2023 HEDIS award, honoring a commitment to delivering exceptional services for the second year in a row. The audit period runs from January through June and measures care that was delivered...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) is collaborating with California 2-1-1 providers across its coverage area, including United Way Monterey County, to offer customers critical services during times of disaster. As part of its 2024 charitable contributions, PG&E’s Central Coast team awarded...

KING CITY — Mee Memorial Healthcare System has received the 2024 Women’s Choice Award for Emergency Timeliness as one of America’s top-ranking hospitals in the category. The Women’s Choice Award honors hospitals that receive extraordinary recommendation ratings and have demonstrated exceptional service and clinical standards...

WREATHS BOOTH KING CITY — Wreaths Across America, sponsored by Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated, will have a booth at the King City Center near Safeway from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. Information and application forms to donate for a...

SUMMER CAMP SALINAS VALLEY — The Salvation Army will be hosting a free six-day Summer Camp for South Monterey County youth ages 8-12 at Camp Redwood Glen from July 18-24. Anyone interested in enrolling their child is encouraged to contact to Jean Salcido at 831-744-5839...

KING CITY — Residents of King City came out in larger crowds than recent years in order to celebrate the Fourth of July over two days. This past Thursday, the fireworks show took place at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds Stampede Arena. Friday marked Independence Day...

VETERANS BBQ KING CITY — The King City VFW Annual Veterans Day BBQ is set for Saturday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The drive-thru barbecue at 599 Bitterwater Road includes tri-tip, beans, salad and roll. Tickets are available in advance at the...