South County students give thanks
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on everything we are thankful for, such as family and friends. In the spirit of the holiday, South County Newspapers asked local students from King City, Greenfield, Soledad and Gonzales what they are thankful for this year.
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.
Soledad ranks among safest cities
The City of Soledad was once again listed among the top 50 safest cities in California, according to the National Council for Home Safety and Security’s recently released “The Safest Cities in California 2019” report.
Salinas River restoration effort receives $3M grant
A $2.9 million grant has been awarded to the Resource Conservation District of Monterey County to help eradicate 215 acres of an invasive plant that has infested more than 1,500 acres of the Salinas River.
Gonzales student meets with state leaders
Gonzales High School senior Cindy Aguilar recently met with Tony Thurmond, the new state superintendent of public instruction, to speak with him about mental health services for high school students.
Animal shelter offers pet food bank in Soledad for struggling families
SOLEDAD — Hundreds of area pets will have food after last Saturday’s Pet Food Bank, hosted by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) for Monterey County.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/animal-shelter-offers-pet-food-bank-in-soledad-for-struggling-families/
Pinnacles Casino sets new betting limit for card tables, as approved by Department of Justice
The Pinnacles Casino returned to the Soledad City Council agenda last week as the betting limit was under ordinance review.
Soledad swimming pool in need of repairs
SOLEDAD — Community members are being asked by the Soledad-Mission Recreation District to help in getting the city’s pool restored.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledad-swimming-pool-in-need-of-repairs/
Farmer’s Market returns with new and returning vendors
Soledad Farmer’s Market has returned to Monterey Street and brought back new and returning vendors.
Slow Down Move Over event to bring awareness to driving safety
Pete’s Towing and towing companies throughout California are aiming to bring more awareness to the “Slow Down Move Over” campaign, which tries to increase public awareness about safety when passing emergency vehicles on the highway or roadways.
