State issues Title 1 grants to schools
Central Coast school districts were awarded more than $28 million in Title 1 grants for the upcoming 2017-2018 school year, and several South Monterey County schools were included.
Red Cross moves to smaller Hollister office beginning in July
The American Red Cross is vacating the building it has rented for many years on Fifth Street in Hollister in favor of a smaller, less expensive administrative office about one-half block away on San Benito Street.
City launches new program to help with immigration concerns
The City of King has launched a new pilot program for residents to receive assistance regarding immigration and citizenship issues every Friday through the Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey.
Pinnacles National Park receives field trip grant from National Park Foundation
Pinnacles National Park will receive a field trip grant for the 2018-19 school year from the National Park Foundation, the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service. This $5,200 grant will be used to help underserved schools with the cost of transportation to Pinnacles National Park.
Groundwater agency looking at user fee options
Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency is looking at two options to impose fees on groundwater users.
School board trustees earn Masters in Governance certificates
Susan King and Mildred Dodd, board trustees of the King City Union School District, have demonstrated exceptional commitment to professional development in the service of students through their recent completion of the California School Boards Association (CSBA) Masters in Governance program.
Water main replacement projects completed
Cal Water has completed two main replacement projects in the utilityās King City District, which will increase system reliability and fire protection.
United Way resources help families in need
United Way Monterey County is wrapping up its free tax preparation season and reminds residents that the nonprofit organization provides resources for local families to build financial stability.
Youth get second chance with Road to Success
Sun Street Centersā Road to Success program is offering a chance for youth in South County to make the shift to positive behaviors after having a setback.
Monterey-Salinas Transit service area expanding
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) is improving its services and expanding facilities to South County while also looking for bus drivers.