56.7 F
King City
October 8, 2025

Coming into bloom

King City earned a five-star rating out of a possible 10 stars and was specially recognized for its community vitality by the 2018 America in Bloom National Awards Program.

Council approves plan for city park improvements

King City Council has endorsed an improvement plan for local sports fields that have deteriorated over the years from overuse and insufficient maintenance.

Officer Robles promoted to police sergeant

King City Police Officer Ricardo Robles was promoted to the rank of sergeant during a promotional ceremony last Thursday.

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.

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.

Scammers targeting utility customers in King City area

California Water Service (Cal Water) is urging residents to be vigilant after reports of scammers targeting customers of multiple utilities emerged, in which scammers are trying to obtain access to customers’ homes.

Siembra Latinos Fund launches, announces first grants

The Siembra Latinos Fund (SLF) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County recently gathered more than 100 supporters and leaders at the Taylor Farms Building in Salinas to launch the new Latino-focused philanthropic initiative.

Party on the block

The City of King hosted the second annual District Watch Block Parties last Thursday in each of the five city council districts as part of its public safety community outreach initiative.

Chamber hosts annual Community Resource Fair

King City Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture recently hosted its third annual Community Resource Fair at Salinas Valley Fairgrounds, offering a networking opportunity for South County businesses and residents to foster new relationships.

Stampede down Broadway

King City High School students, parents, coaches and others rallied down Broadway Street for the annual Homecoming Parade last Friday, Sept. 28, before the Mustangs’ football game against St. Francis High School of Watsonville.
4,408FansLike
884FollowersFollow
480FollowersFollow

Local News