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October 13, 2025

First human West Nile virus illness of 2017 confirmed

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced the first confirmed illness in California due to West Nile virus (WNV). The illness occurred in Kings County.

California’s economic output outpaces nation for 4th year

California’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has grown consistently faster than the nation’s as a whole for four straight years. In 2015, the California GDP rose 5.6 percent, while the U.S. GDP increased 3.7 percent (unadjusted for inflation).

Big Sur International Marathon this weekend

The 32nd annual Big Sur International Marathon is Sunday, April 30. The 26.2-mile foot race, a major sporting event on California’s Central Coast, necessitates the temporary closure of California Highway 1 from south of Carmel to Big Sur for a half day.

Genealogy Society to take ā€˜road trip’

The Monterey County Genealogy Society, Inc. (MoCoGenSo) will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday, May 4, at 7 p.m.

Local vets invited to ceremony

The U.S. Army Garrison at the Presidio of Monterey is hosting a welcome-home ceremony for Vietnam War veterans during its annual Language Day event Wednesday, May 12.

King City welcomes new police sergeant

The King City Police Department has added a new police sergeant to its roster. Sgt. Steve Kennedy was sworn in April 17.

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.

Volunteers spruce up King City for Earth Day

King City residents celebrated Earth Day by planting flowers and collecting items for disposable by Waste Management on April 22.

Avalos hired as new Rabobank branch manager

The Rabobank King City location has a new branch manager, Oscar Avalos, who began his new role March 15.

COWBOY UP!

Music, great food and more brought together close to 500 people for the annual Salinas Valley Fair Kickoff Dinner on April 22.
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