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The Soledad community experienced a shockwave recently as news spread that Soledad Community Health Care District Chief Executive Officer Steve Pritt had died. Local Rotarians and members of Eden Valley Care Center gathered last week to honor Pritt’s memory.

Local police officers are working on their Spanish-speaking skills through a strengthening law enforcement grant for all four South County cities.

Southern Monterey County Rural Coalition (SMCRC) will host its seventh annual Town Hall event Friday, March 23, at 6 p.m. at the San Antonio Valley Community Center in Lockwood.

Six months into the fiscal year, the City of Soledad has approved making adjustments to the budget for emergency services, property tax, sales tax and to the water fund.

Main Street Middle School hosted its first Math Festival on Feb. 22. Prior to 2018, Main Street teachers and math students participated in a combined Math Festival with Soledad High School.

After months of work, rain and delays, Gallardo Park is expected to reopen April 7.

A victim of a shooting in the area of Vosti Avenue and Fifth Street in Soledad died Saturday, March 3, at 8:32 a.m., according to the Soledad Police Department.

Last week was National FFA week, during which FFA members of Soledad High School celebrated FFA and hosted lunchtime activities for their fellow students and teachers.

South County YMCA launched its annual fundraising campaign Feb. 21 at the Windmill Restaurant in Soledad.

Soledad Sober Grad Night is looking for donations to help provide a safe, fun night for the graduating seniors at Soledad High School. On Feb. 15, the group approached the Soledad Unified School District board to ask them for a donation.