Bay Federal Credit Union workplace campaign raises $12,600 for United Way
MONTEREY COUNTY — Bay Federal Credit Union announced that its January workplace campaign raised over $12,600 for United Way.
Employees of the Credit Union made both one-time donations and payroll deductions in support of United Way of Santa Cruz and Monterey counties.
As part of their...
King City Chamber Awards honor Sun Street Centers, residents for their contributions to the community
KING CITY — King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture honored the 2023 winners of the organization’s business and community awards on Saturday.
This year’s Annual Awards Dinner took place Feb. 17 inside the Orradre Building at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City. Chamber...
King City High School students deliver Valentine’s Day cards to local seniors
SALINAS VALLEY — Eden Valley Care Center, a skilled nursing facility in Soledad, was filled with warmth and gratitude this Valentine’s Day as it received a heartwarming surprise from the students of King City High School ASB Class.
Under the guidance of their instructor, Lauren...
Monterey County Elections, libraries partner for early voting
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Elections Office and the Monterey County Free Libraries are joining efforts to offer Books and Ballots Week in South Monterey County.
The event offers early flex voting centers at various libraries throughout the week. Voters will be able to vote...
King City Rotary’s inaugural Pickleball Tournament delivers a smash hit
KING CITY — With 16 teams participating, the King City Rotary Club’s first Pickleball Tournament on Saturday was a smashing success, according to organizer and Rotary President James Ewart.
The Feb. 10 event was held at the Expo Building of the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in...
King City’s State of the City Address emphasizes long-term financial stability and community engagement
KING CITY — Long-term financial stability seemed to be the theme of this year’s State of the City Address, during which City of King officials provided an update on King City’s progress over the past year while presenting their latest efforts and challenges.
The Jan....
Hartnell College Foundation announces scholarship for women pursuing higher education
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation invites Hartnell College students to apply for the Peggy and Jack Baskin Foundation Scholarship, which aims to support low-income women seeking to further their education at a University of California campus.
The scholarship, which emphasizes diversity and inclusion, promotes...
King City utility gas tech honored for handling of carbon monoxide situation in Greenfield
SALINAS VALLEY — Greenfield Fire Department has recognized a local utility gas technician for their proper handling of a carbon monoxide situation that could have resulted badly had they not intervened.
Gustavo “Gus” Rivera, who works for PG&E, was called to a Greenfield residence on...
New study focuses on ‘Building an Inclusive Economy’ in Monterey Bay region
CENTRAL COAST — A new report commissioned by Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) and developed by the Institute for Social Transformation at UC Santa Cruz presents a range of indicators that can be used to develop strategies toward a more inclusive economy in the...
Monterey County DA’s Office warns against government impersonation scams
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office is alerting Monterey County residents of online scams that have been hitting the community.
The scams begin with a text message or email warning the recipient of some potentially fraudulent charges on their account. When the person...
