ROAD REPAIRS
SOLEDAD — Construction crews are currently on site at the underpass on the southern end of Front Street in Soledad. Repairs are underway to fix the uneven grates in the asphalt. “Cyclists will soon enjoy a smoother and safer road to ride on,” stated the City of Soledad on Jan. 9. The repairs are expected to take about three weeks, and traffic will be impacted during this time. “Please drive slowly and exercise caution as crews are working in the area,” the City added.
BLUE ANGELS
SALINAS — After six years, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be back in Salinas, headlining the 44th Annual California International Airshow on Oct. 4-5. The Advance team of the Blue Angels will fly into Salinas on Thursday, Jan. 16, at about 12:55 p.m. at the Salinas Regional Airport and will meet with the California International Airshow team to plan out a safe and successful return of the Blues in October. Local residents should be looking up to see and hear the “sounds of freedom” when the Blue Angels jet lands on Thursday. The Blue Angels will be celebrating their 79th year of Naval Aviation, flying six combat-proven F/A 18 Super Hornets in formation, along with the Marine Corps’ premier logistics support FAT ALBERT, the C-130J Super Hercules. Learn more about the Salinas Airshow at salinasairshow.com.
WREATH RECYCLING
KING CITY — There will be a recycling event this weekend for wreaths that were placed on veterans’ graves on Dec. 14. Volunteers can bring hand clippers and meet at the King City Cemetery, 1010 Broadway, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18. Farm animal owners can pick up the foliage that day. Students can participate and will receive community service credit. Contact Kathy Imamura at 408-802-4437 for more information.
BONUS BRIEF: JOB FAIRS
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Works is working with local employers to connect them with jobseekers at its multiple employer job fairs taking place at its Salinas Career Center, 344 Salinas St., on Wednesdays, Jan. 15 and 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. Jobseekers are encouraged to register in advance, bring their resumes and dress to impress. To register, or for more information, call 831-796-3335 or visit montereycountyworks.com.
