Latest report on South County wildfires
An ongoing record of wildfires in the South County area, courtesy of CAL FIRE.
BLM announces fire restrictions for county lands
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that precautionary fire restrictions would be in place beginning Saturday, June 10, on public lands managed by the Central Coast Field Office. The restrictions prohibit campfires or open flames on BLM-managed
Excessive heat warning issued for California
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) are reminding everyone to stay cool and hydrated as temperatures across the state continue to climb.
Class of 2017: Let’s celebrate!
Soledad High School handed out diplomas to 332 students during the graduation ceremony June 10 for the Class of 2017.
Illegal fireworks spark dilemma
New fireworks regulations have caused concern for several Soledad residents, who vocalized their thoughts during the Soledad City Council meeting June 7.
Soledad welcomes newest K-9 officer Huro
Soledad’s newest police officer is a canine (K-9) unit, Huro, who is partnered with Officer Walter Tinay.
Community gives feedback to regional police survey
Residents of Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield and King City took part in a Regional Police Survey to help the local law enforcement get feedback on the region.
Riding for a cause
More than 2,800 total participants in the 16th annual AIDS/LifeCycle bike ride visited the South County area Monday while embarking on a 545-mile journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles this week.
Language learners
Several Soledad women received certificates on May 11 after improving their English speaking skills through a program from the Middlebury Institute of International studies in Monterey.
City accepts bids to repair well
The City of Soledad is accepting bids to work on improvements to the Well #6 Rehabilitation Project.
