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December 28, 2025

FEMA updates flood maps in Monterey County

SALINAS VALLEY — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for parts of Monterey County, including the Salinas Valley.  The maps identify revised flood hazards along the Salinas River, Gonzales Slough, Natividad Creek and unnamed tributaries. These new maps will help building...

Alliance on Aging expands countywide programs supporting seniors with wellness, enrichment and resources

MONTEREY COUNTY — Alliance on Aging has announced a comprehensive schedule of programs and events for fall 2025, designed to enhance the health, resilience and quality of life for older adults and their caregivers across Monterey County. From financial wellness workshops and technology training to...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 13, 2025

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TORO PARK TRAFFIC PROJECT SALINAS — The second phase of the Toro Park traffic management project began on Aug. 6, aiming to improve safety during weekday school drop-offs by reducing cut-through commuter traffic. Building on the success of the pilot program from July 2024 to...

Historic photo of 1914 Vendome Hotel fire installed at Rising Phoenix Tap Room in King City

KING CITY — A six-foot wide photo from the 1914 fire at the Vendome Hotel in King City has been installed at the Rising Phoenix Tap Room at 320 Broadway. The newly opened business in the town’s historic district is the setting for one of...

Salinas Valley Fair makes triumphant return this week

KING CITY — Salinas Valley Fair is jumping ā€œBack in the Saddleā€ this week, returning with many of its popular activities following a two-year hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. ā€œAt long last we are ā€˜Back in the Saddle’ again,ā€ said Margaret Noroian, president of...

Federal forestry cuts fuel wildfire, resource concerns in California

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CALIFORNIA — As wildfire conditions across California are expected to increase steadily through the summer, state officials last month expressed concerns about cuts in staff and funding at federal agencies, including the U.S. Forest Service, a division within the Agriculture Department that partners with...

Salinas Valley News Tidbits | June 21, 2020

FLEA MARKETS KING CITY — Regular Sunday flea markets have returned to the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City. New operating hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays. Masks are required in order to enter for anyone 6 years of age or older....

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Oct. 1, 2025

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LIBRARY UPDATE GREENFIELD — Greenfield Branch Library will remain closed until Oct. 10 as it undergoes roof renovations. During this period, patrons can access services via the Bookmobile, which will visit Hicks Park near the branch. For schedules, visit eMCFL.org or call the Soledad Branch...

King City residents, businesses honored at awards dinner

KING CITY — A few of King City’s finest community members and businesses were honored Saturday evening during the King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture’s Annual Awards Dinner. The Jan. 25 ceremony, hosted inside the Orradre Building at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds, recognized Monterey County Dance Theatre and Artistic...

Lecture, video presentation to feature ā€˜Bridges of Southern Monterey County’

MONTEREY — The Monterey History and Art Association will be hosting a lecture and video presentation at Casa Serrano in Monterey on Tuesday, Aug. 15, starting at 1:30 p.m. The topic is ā€œThe Bridges of SouthernĀ MontereyĀ County,ā€ featuring speakers John and Karen Jernigan of King City...
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