Monterey County becomes first in California to earn certified Blue Zones Community designation
MONTEREY COUNTY — Blue Zones recently announced that Monterey County—including the communities of King City, Gonzales and the Peninsula cities of Monterey, Marina and Seaside—has achieved certified Blue Zones Community designation, joining the city of Salinas, which reached this milestone in 2024.
Certification recognizes Monterey...
King City Chamber honors top community members for 2024
KING CITY — King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture recognized four top contributors to the community this past Saturday.
The audience gathered at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds’ Orradre Building to honor Debby Norman as the Citizen of the Year, King City Town Square as...
Fort Hunter Liggett celebrates Army’s birthday with 250-mile ruck march
JOLON — In honor of the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday and its official theme, “This We’ll Defend,” Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL) is leading a 250-mile regional ruck march to celebrate two-and-a-half centuries of service, sacrifice and strength.
The march begins Wednesday, May 7, and continues...
Beltran named 2025 Salinas Valley Fair Heritage Foundation Scholarship winner
KING CITY — Salinas Valley Fair Heritage Foundation has announced Valeria Beltran, a junior at Gonzales High School, as the recipient of the 2025 Heritage Foundation Scholarship.
As this year’s winner, Beltran will raise the official Heritage Animal, a hog she has named “Zero,” and...
King City’s supportive housing project moves forward with full funding, legal settlement
KING CITY — King City’s plan to convert the former Days Inn property into a permanent supportive housing facility is officially moving forward, after it secured an additional $16 million in grants to fully fund the project.
According to the City of King on Thursday,...
PG&E power shutoff affects South Monterey County; resource centers open to support residents
KING CITY — A PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) on Thursday has impacted areas between Soledad and King City, as well as communities near San Lucas and Bradley in southern Monterey County.
According to the County of Monterey, PG&E has directly notified residents in...
Fort Hunter Liggett’s Hacienda becomes canvas for local artists
JOLON — Fort Hunter Liggett’s historic Hacienda, nestled in a breathtaking natural setting and designed by the renowned Julia Morgan, attracts visitors year-round.
In April, this architectural gem captivated a small group of California Central Coast artists, who used it and the surrounding stunning landscapes...
Lockwood man arrested for child molestation
LOCKWOOD — Heberth Reyes, 38, of Lockwood, was arrested May 9 on multiple counts of child molestation spanning over five years, announced Greenfield Police Department.
The investigation was conducted collaboratively with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office and involved two juveniles; one in Greenfield and the...
San Lucas school board member arrested on rape charges
SAN LUCAS — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office detectives have announced the arrest of 46-year-old Elvis Deo Sundar of San Lucas on multiple sexual assault-related charges, including rape.
According to officials, the investigation began on June 8 after deputies received a report from a victim alleging...
23rd Annual Youth Fishing Derby set for this Saturday
JOLON — Lines will be cast and spirits high as Fort Hunter Liggett prepares to host its 23rd Annual Youth Fishing Derby, a beloved community event that celebrates military children and the great outdoors.
Taking place Saturday, April 26, from 6:30 a.m. to noon at...
