Valdez sets new record as top accelerated reader
Hernan Valdez is the top Accelerated Reader (AR) in the Soledad Unified School District.
Monterey County pays tribute to local veterans at 9th annual parade
SALINAS — A large enthusiastic crowd soaked up some sunshine last Monday afternoon as they honored veterans at the Ninth Annual Monterey County Veterans Day Parade in downtown Salinas.
The Nov. 11 event paid tribute to veterans from all the Armed Forces who have sacrificed...
PHOTOS: Scenes from the 35th Annual Soledad Christmas Celebration
SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce hosted the 35th Annual Soledad Christmas Celebration on Dec. 5, which was restructured as a drive-thru parade this year due to Covid-19 health restrictions.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/photos-scenes-from-the-35th-annual-soledad-christmas-celebration/
Local leaders take time to bond with Soledad youth
Soledad students are learning about reversing negative self-talk and goal setting through a chess program, bringing together community leaders and local youth.
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.
Soledad Chamber’s light parade to kick off holidays Saturday
SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce will host the Soledad 35th Annual Christmas Celebration tonight in the form of a drive-thru light parade.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledad-chambers-light-parade-to-kick-off-holidays-saturday/
New banner display in Soledad recognizes local veterans
SOLEDAD — Veterans Day events and ceremonies across the county were shut down this year due to Covid-19 restrictions, but Soledad residents were still able to thank local veterans and remember the fallen during a banner dedication ceremony at Cesar Chavez Park.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/new-banner-display-in-soledad-recognizes-local-veterans/
Heritage goat sells for $108K at livestock auction
For the first time, Salinas Valley Fair auctioned off a market goat — raised by Ivan Trujillo of Greenfield High School FFA — as the Heritage Foundation Scholarship animal for nearly $1,385 per pound, resulting in a total of $108,000 raised.
Soledad secures $7.6 million for new park
SOLEDAD — California State Parks announced the City of
Soledad would be granted $7.6 million for the construction of the Metz/Orchard
Park near the intersection of Metz Road and Orchard Lane.
Soledad was one of 52 recipients and 62 grants named in the
state’s announcement last week,...
New medical experts join Soledad Community Health Care District
SOLEDAD — Two new medical personnel have been hired at Soledad Community Health Care District (SCHCD).
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/new-medical-experts-join-soledad-community-health-care-district/
