County EMS Agency hosts community listening sessions
The Monterey County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency will be hosting a series of five community-based listening sessions designed to help the county assess the effectiveness of its EMS system.
Wineries celebrate ‘Wine Day’
May 25 marked National Wine Day, honoring wines throughout the Salinas Valley. Two wineries in South Monterey County are Scheid Winery and Hahn Family Wines.
Strengthening communities
The Southern Monterey County Foundation (SMCF), an affiliate fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, has granted $20,000 to nonprofit organizations providing a variety of community-based services aimed at improving the quality of life for South County residents.
Decorating champs
First Capital Bank was recently named the winner of the Ninth Annual Business Decorating Contest, hosted by the King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture.
Rental fees increase for rec center
The City of King has more than doubled the security deposit fee for renting the Recreation Center — from $200 to now $500 — after multiple incidents over the past couple months resulted in noise violations and damages to the facility.
King City hosts local National Night Out campaign
King City once again participated in the annual National Night Out campaign last Tuesday, bringing police officers and neighbors together for one night to unite against crime.
Wind sculptures to adorn city streets
Local streets may soon be adorned with wind sculptures after the City of King received the go-ahead to place them in public places, taking advantage of the region’s strong gusts while continuing an effort to beautify the area.
City talks crime prevention at district meetings
City Council, Police Chief and City Manager hold meetings to talk about crime prevention.
Excessive heat warning issued for California
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) are reminding everyone to stay cool and hydrated as temperatures across the state continue to climb.
Republican Women raise money for scholarships
Music, salads and deserts brought together members of the King City community on April 21 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds cafeteria building.

















