Loaves, Fishes & Computers receives $20K grant to expand digital education
SAN LUCAS — Loaves, Fishes & Computers (LFC) has received a $20,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant for its digital literacy initiatives and refurbished computer program.
The grant is part of the broadband connectivity provider’s six-year, $8 million commitment to promote digital education and broadband technology...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 1, 2022
COFFEE SHOP
KING CITY — A grand opening and ribbon cutting is planned for Bloom Coffee Shop on Saturday, July 2. The new business opens at 10 a.m., with the ribbon cutting set for 2 p.m. The coffee shop is located inside King Kora Restaurant,...
Arts Council for Monterey County awards 19 local artists with individual grants
MONTEREY COUNTY — Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) has announced the recipients of its Individual Artists Grants.
These grants provide vital support to artists, enabling them to create new works, connect with diverse audiences, and enhance the cultural experiences of residents and visitors alike.
Artists...
Pinnacles celebrates 10th anniversary as national park
SOLEDAD — A public celebration took place Saturday at the Soledad Historical Society for the 10th anniversary of the Pinnacles becoming a national park and the 20 years of the Condor Recovery Program.
Community Volunteer Ambassador Beatriz Jacobo, a Soledad resident and an employee of...
Monterey County begins planning process for Family Justice Center in King City
KING CITY — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office has scheduled a community forum on Thursday to discuss the planning process for creating a Monterey County Family Justice Center, South County Office in King City.
Members of the public are encouraged to attend the Sept. 22...
King City Police Department welcomes newest team members
KING CITY — King City Police Department recently announced that three new members have joined its team: Sgt. Christopher Langston, Officer Hector Gomez and Records Technician Anahi Guzman.
Langston, originally from Tulsa, Okla., relocated to Paso Robles in 1998. He brings with him 17 years...
South Monterey County cities plan Fourth of July events
SALINAS VALLEY — Fourth of July events are planned throughout South Monterey County beginning this weekend and continuing into Monday to celebrate the United States’ Declaration of Independence.
KING CITY
King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture’s annual fireworks show will once again be held the...
SPCA mobile clinics offer vital care for cats in South Monterey County
KING CITY — In a continued effort to combat pet overpopulation, SPCA Monterey County is offering free spay/neuter clinics for cats in South Monterey County, including King City and Soledad, with several appointments still available.
Sponsored by Hitchcock Road Animal Services and staffed by the...
Cooling centers open for public relief as Heat Advisory issued for Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for areas of Monterey County, effective from Wednesday, June 5, through Thursday, June 6.
Residents are urged to take precautions to stay safe during this period of elevated temperatures, which could reach triple digits....
