Road project underway to slow down school traffic
Traffic is currently detouring from Metz Road as the City of Soledad works on a traffic calming project while school is out.
Sites for fireworks being scouted
Pyro Spectaculars Inc., the Fourth of July Committee and the Soledad Fire Department are working together to find a suitable location for this year’s city fireworks show.
Council declares September as National Addiction and Recovery Month
September was declared National Addiction and Recovery month by the City Council of Soledad.
Council votes to extend marijuana emergency ordinance
The City of Soledad is extending the regulations on cultivation, distribution and the use of non-medical marijuana for 12 more months.
City preps for return of illegal fireworks
With time running out to make changes to the fireworks ordinance, Soledad Police Department has been looking at alternatives to crack down on illegal fireworks within city limits.
Soledad Salvation Army to host Craft Fair
Soledad Salvation Army will host a craft fair on July 1, showcasing local artists from Soledad, Gonzales and Greenfield.
Council discusses future of Historical Society Museum and Civic Plaza
A Civic Plaza and upgrades to the Soledad Historical Society Museum are being considered by the City Council for future development on Soledad Street.
UnitedAg extends services to South County
Seven health and wellness clinics, including two in South County, have been added to UnitedAg’s growing network that serves California farmworkers and their families.
South County resident named Veteran of the Year
King City resident Charles DeSchepper was recently named Veteran of the Year for 2017 by the Monterey County Military and Veterans Affairs Office Advisory Commission, which honored him last Saturday at the annual ceremonial dinner in Monterey.
Grant funds sought for fire station upgrades
The City of Soledad is looking at making upgrades to the Soledad Fire Station and the Waste Water Treatment Plant services through a Community Development Block Grant application.