Schools to host stakeholder meetings
A series of stakeholder meetings are planned for the Soledad Unified School District in January and February with the purpose of providing an opportunity for parents and community members to give input on the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
2020 Indie Book Awards honors Soledad author
SOLEDAD — Soledad resident Jafe Danbury’s debut novel, “The Other Cheek,” has been named by the Independent Book Publishing Professionals Group as one of the best indie books of 2020.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/2020-indie-book-awards-honors-soledad-author/
Eden Valley Care Center hosts Father’s Day parade for residents in Soledad
SOLEDAD — Vehicles cruised through Soledad on June 21 for a family parade to celebrate Father’s Day, which was part of a larger celebration at Eden Valley Care Center.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/eden-valley-care-center-hosts-fathers-day-parade-for-residents-in-soledad/
Hospice Giving Foundation hosts first Latino outreach event in South County
A new collaborative group focusing on Latino outreach in south Monterey County recently hosted its first event, providing information about end-of-life care and the services available to the community.
Public meetings to discuss Salinas Valley Recycles’ long-term facility project
The Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (aka Salinas Valley Recycles) has released a Notice of Preparation stating its intent to produce an Environmental Impact Report under the California Environmental Quality Act for the Long-Term Facility Needs Study
Monterey County begins preparation for possible coronavirus outbreak
MONTEREY COUNTY — Though there are no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, in Monterey County currently, the county’s team of public health professionals and medical providers have begun preparations for a potential outbreak.
“While there is great public concern about this virus, there...
Artist duo creates field of exploration along Salinas River
SALINAS VALLEY — A secret garden named Lesnini Field has been created along the Salinas River in South Monterey County to showcase art and to emphasize discovery.
Created by California-based visual artist and writer Erik
Bakke and Dutch visual artist and educator Andre Dekker in...
Soledad City Council ratifies new face mask ordinance
SOLEDAD — Soledad City Council members met in a special meeting on July 29 to ratify the new municipal order that can fine people for not wearing masks in an effort to reduce the spread of Covid-19.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledad-city-council-ratifies-new-face-mask-ordinance/
Salinas Valley’s Meals on Wheels announces new staff, board members
Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley, Inc. (MOWSV) has announced that Robyn Chamberlin has joined the current Board of Directors as incoming treasurer.
