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...
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...
89 new US citizens sworn in at South County ceremony
The United States welcomed 89 new citizens into the country last Thursday during a swearing-in ceremony at Fairview Middle School in Gonzales.
Donations help South County YMCA assist families in need
Each year the South County YMCA raises funds to help people who cannot afford its membership fees.
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.
Cops Giving Tree gives back to local families
Several organizations in Soledad and outside the city came together last Friday evening to bring the ninth annual “Cops Giving Tree” event to disadvantaged youth and their families.
PHOTO: Work continues on Soledad’s new movie theater
SOLEDAD — Construction continues on Premiere Cinemas’ new Soledad location this week.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/photo-work-continues-on-soledads-new-movie-theater/
Rose Escobar crowned 2019 Miss Salinas Valley Fair
Four young women vied for the crown last Saturday in the 2019 Miss Salinas Valley Fair contest, and when the final judge’s sheet was tallied, Rose Escobar of Spreckles came out on top to represent the organization.
Virtual ceremony recognizes Soledad High School’s top scholars for 2020
SOLEDAD — Top scholars at Soledad High School were recently honored at a virtual ceremony presented by the Soledad Rotary Club and the Soledad Unified School District.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/virtual-ceremony-recognizes-soledad-high-schools-top-scholars-for-2020/
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/
