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HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County has officially submitted the second draft of its Sixth Cycle Housing Element (2023-2031) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. This submission marks the beginning of a 60-day review process, which is scheduled to conclude...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Fraud affects everyone, whether it’s higher insurance rates, lost wages or even threats to homes. That’s why the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office has formed specialized teams focused on fighting fraud and protecting local residents from financial harm. These dedicated units target...

SURPLUS SALE MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County’s Procurement Office will hold a public surplus sale on Friday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1488 Schilling Place in Salinas. The event features office furniture, including chairs, file cabinets and bookcases. All items are...

SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SVBGSA) is now accepting applications for its Advisory Committee, a crucial body responsible for guiding groundwater management strategies in the region. The committee provides valuable input and consensus-based recommendations to the SVBGSA Board of Directors, playing...

SALINAS VALLEY — A sold-out crowd of 10,498 people watched the Big Week Bull Riding Xtreme Bulls event at the Salinas Sports Complex on July 16. Presented by Salinas Valley Ford, the Big Week Bull Riding continues to be one of the most popular events...

JOLON — Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL) Multipurpose Range Complex (MPRC) modernization project is complete after two years of extensive upgrades and new constructions to provide cutting edge facilities for warrior readiness. The $5.6 million comprehensive project includes range upgrades, a secure staging area for vehicles...

SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation’s K-12 STEAM program celebrated the culmination of another successful NASA MAA (MUREP Aerospace Academy) summer program on July 18, with a Symposium and Poster Session held at Hartnell’s Student Center in Salinas. The summer program started in June with more...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Construction is underway at the Monterey County Government Center campus on Alisal Street in Salinas as crews install the new Covid-19 Memorial. The installation, which is part of a community effort to honor those affected by the pandemic, is taking shape along...

NEW LEADERSHIP GREENFIELD — Greenfield Union School District has announced the appointment of Laura Cortez as the new superintendent. With eight years of dedicated service to the district, including most recently as interim superintendent, Cortez brings a passionate vision focused on student success and district...

KING CITY — After 29 years with Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL), Elisa Perez — Library Assistant II at the King City branch — is retiring at the end of July. Perez has been an integral part of the library system. Throughout her time with...