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South Monterey County Joint Union High School District welcomed a new member, Irene Garcia, to its board April 17.

South County’s first original ballet production, “The Nightingale,” dazzled audiences earlier this month with its musical score, striking costumes and strong performances from local youth at the Robert Stanton Theatre in King City.

A $2.9 million grant has been awarded to the Resource Conservation District of Monterey County to help eradicate 215 acres of an invasive plant that has infested more than 1,500 acres of the Salinas River.

Community members came out in droves last Sunday for King City’s first Ciclovía, featuring a day of recreation that promoted wellness and healthy lifestyles.

California’s wildflower “super bloom” has made its way to Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL), which shared aerial photos of the colorful spectacle last Thursday on its social media platforms.

Community members will take over downtown streets this Sunday, April 14, for a day of fun activities promoting wellness and healthy lifestyles during the first-ever Ciclovía King City.

Soledad High School Interact Club and Soledad Rotary Club gathered for a special joint meeting March 28 to hear about another local nonprofit, the Lion’s Club.

More than $26,000 was raised last Friday during the Fifth Annual Casino Night benefitting Rancho Cielo at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City.

Step back in time to California’s mission era while attending Mission San Antonio de Padua’s annual Mission Days event this Saturday, April 6.

The California Lions Club 82nd Annual Student Speaker Contest has named Timothy Mercuri of King City High School as the regional champion of this year’s competition featuring the topic, “Freedom of the Press.”