Season of giving
Toys for boys and girls were collected by the Soledad Rotarians as they prepare for the holiday season.
Monterey County library, residents create face masks to combat coronavirus
SALINAS VALLEY — The spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has
caused an increased need for masks, from medical-grade to simply covering one’s
face, all with the intent of reducing the rate of infection at a community and
worldwide level.
This has caused a shortage of higher-end masks...
Salinas Valley cities declare local emergency over coronavirus threat, as Monterey County confirms first two cases
SALINAS VALLEY — The South Monterey County cities of Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield and King City each signed proclamations declaring a local emergency Monday due to the current threat of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“The potential spread of the virus does pose a risk to our...
South County Trashion Show brings Mardi Gras flair to fairgrounds
SALINAS VALLEY — Alliance on Aging hosted the fifth annual
South County Trashion Show at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City last
Thursday, which coincided with the organization’s 50th anniversary year.
The theme for the Feb. 20 fundraiser was Mardi Gras, and
dress designers were directed...
Water works of Salinas River and dams discussed
Former Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Director Roger Moitoso talked water systems and the current water situation in Soledad.
Soledad announces top staff
Two San Vicente certificated employees were chosen as September Employees of the Month and were recognized by Soledad Unified School District Board Members on Sept. 13 at the board meeting.
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...
South County Animal Rescue hosts Goodwill donation
SOLEDAD — South County Animal Rescue (SCAR) collected
donations of household items for Goodwill from Jan. 24 to 26 as a fundraiser
for its animal services.
This year the organization collected an entire truck’s worth
of donations by Saturday afternoon, with a second trailer partially filled
throughout the...
A decade of services
Monterey County Behavioral Health Clinic in King City celebrated its 10th anniversary Sept. 13 at its location at 200 Broadway St., Suite 88.
Hitting the waves
South County girls between the ages of 5 and 17 recently took part in surf camp with the Wahine Project at Casa Verde Beach in Monterey.