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MONTEREY COUNTY — Tourism, the No. 2 economic driver in Monterey County and the top driver on the Monterey Peninsula, saw a rise in 2022 that closed in on pre-pandemic figures of 2019.  While the tourism rebound has been significant, Monterey County Convention and Visitors...

KING CITY — As students head back to the classroom, the King City Police Department reminds parents and residents to follow the speed limit and be extra careful driving through school zones. “Please drive like it is your child, grandchild, niece or nephew walking or...

KING CITY — King City Rotary Club hosted a dedication ceremony during its Dec. 6 meeting at Sun Street Centers in King City to celebrate the completion of the Darlene Acosta Youth Center Rotary Student Lounge. The Rotary Clubs from the Salinas Valley and local...

SALINAS VALLEY — Local police departments throughout South Monterey County will take part in National Night Out on Aug. 3, meant to build trust between officers and communities and give a chance for residents to meet their law enforcement personnel.  Numerous community groups are also...

South County’s only Farmer’s Market is open in Soledad every Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m.

KING CITY — Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren recently presented checks appropriated by Congress for two community projects totaling $1.1 million that will help create an electric vehicle charging station and Family Justice Center in King City. The funding comes from the Lofgren-requested Community Project Funding included...

Dry conditions across the West that have dashed hopes for a respite from relentless drought are expected to continue across the region into spring and beyond, forecasters said Thursday. Dan Collins, a meteorologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, said in a briefing that...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Alliance on Aging is beginning the new year with a renewed commitment to serving older adults throughout Monterey County, expanding access to essential services while strengthening programs that protect dignity, independence and connection. As part of its January initiatives, the nonprofit is...

SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Fair activities will begin this week with the virtual junior livestock auction set for Saturday, May 8. Like last year, Covid-19 pandemic health guidelines have caused an online format and an earlier scheduling than the traditional mid-May fair dates. Youth from...

KING CITY — King City Rotary Club hosted its first Rabbit Run 5K last Saturday with 77 participants, ranging in age from 1 to 76 years old, who either ran or walked the 3.1-mile course that began and ended at King City Golf Course.  More...