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September 8, 2026

Salazar named Firefighter of the Year

The 2016 Firefighter of the Year Chris Salazar was recognized by the City of King during its meeting April 25 for his positive attitude along with his firefighting skills.

Local officers sharpen their Spanish skills

Local police officers are working on their Spanish-speaking skills through a strengthening law enforcement grant for all four South County cities.

Escobar crowned-

Miss Salinas Valley Fair is crowned and named as Rena Escobar. Escobar is a high school student who competed against King City Native Elle Skromme for the title on March 18 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds.

Museum celebrates 10th anniversary of Holiday Open House

Last Saturday the Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum, better known as MCARLM, held its 10th Annual Holiday Open House, opening its doors for the public to explore the museum and the many exhibits while enjoying homemade soups and eating holiday cookies and treats.

Former police chief talks cannabis compliance

Former Salinas police chief turned cannabis compliance officer, Kelly McMillin recently spoke to South County organizations and law enforcement about cannabis manufacturing and distribution for the Indus Holding Company.

Chamber hires new manager

Longtime resident Janet Bessemer has been hired to take over the reins of the King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture as its new chamber manager.

Salinas Valley Fair attracts nearly 40,000 visitors

The 74th annual Salinas Valley Fair was packed with entertainment, livestock, youth exhibits and displays of the Salinas Valley’s rich agricultural heritage and abundance.

King City man drowns at Lake Nacimiento

A King City man drowned Sunday at Lake Nacimiento, according to a news release from the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office.

Museum hosts 10th annual Holiday Open House, donation drive

Express your holiday spirit at the Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum’s 10th annual Holiday Open House at San Lorenzo County Park, 1160 Broadway St. in King City, on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 12 to 4 p.m.

Recreating history

Canon fire, brother versus brother, Harriet Tubman, President Abraham Lincoln — San Lorenzo County Park was busy Friday as Chalone Peaks Middle School eighth-graders re-enacted the Civil War.
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