New exhibit features historic Anza expedition
Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum has welcomed a special exhibit with local roots in the area, featuring the historic expedition of Capt. Juan Bautista de Anza and hundreds of families who traveled from Mexico through California beginning in 1775 to establish a mission and presidio in San Francisco.
Over 700 wines expected at 26th annual Monterey International Wine Competition
Monterey International Wine Competition (MIWC) will host its 26th annual international wine competition March 9 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City.
City looking at upgrading fire station
The City of Soledad is looking into expanding its fire station and is applying for Community Development Block Grants to fund the project.
For the love of reading
Students at Rose Ferrero Elementary embraced Dr. Seuss by having a “Read Across Rose Ferrero” day on March 1.
Court services expand in South County
Monterey County Superior Court continues to expand its self-help services in South County, with the Greenfield Self-Help Center preparing to operate on an additional day to assist residents seeking legal information.
Local domestic violence case inspires new play
A South County domestic violence case has inspired longtime local playwright David Norum's latest theater project, “My Name Is…”, premiering this weekend at the Pink Flamingo Theater in Monterey.
National FFA week wraps up with teacher showmanship
Soledad High School FFA Chapter wrapped up National FFA Week with a showmanship competition between teachers Feb. 22.
WESTERN CHIC
Once again living up to its name, the 2019 South County Trashion Show brought more than 20 of the “trashiest” designs straight out of the Old West and onto the runway.
Pizza pulled from schools after rodent droppings discovered
Pizzas were pulled from Soledad elementary schools this week after students found rodent droppings in their slices.
Longtime South County doctor awarded France’s highest medal
In a ceremony Feb. 12 at the French Consulate in San Francisco, Dr. Duane Hyde — a longtime resident and family doctor of King City — was recognized for his service in World War II with the Legion of Honor medal, France’s highest order of merit for military and civil awards.
