Hartnell hires new dean for South County
Mostafa Ghous has taken over as dean of South County education services at Hartnell College’s King City Education Center, replacing Renata Funke, who retired from the position.
City exploring options to bring youth-oriented programs to Soledad
With the new fiscal year entering its fourth month, Soledad city officials are seeking to make this year one that focuses efforts on bringing opportunities to the city’s youth population.
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.
Bryant Canyon Channel improvements making progress
Bryant Canyon Channel improvements are making progress with phase two in the works.
South County joins nationwide immigration reform protests
More than 50 demonstrators, including many children, stood together last Saturday afternoon at King City’s welcome sign in protest against current harsh immigration policies at the nation’s southern border.
New officer swears in
Soledad Police Department has a new police officer, Jose Magana, who was sworn in June 29.
Violins, violas and cellos — oh my!
Fifth to eighth-grade students from South County met up at the Soledad YMCA to join in on a special program that allowed them to work with a professional musician.
Local transit system celebrates 15 years
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) is celebrating its 15th anniversary of service to South County this year.
MAJOR UPGRADE
Gallardo Park, the home of Soledad Little League games and Soledad-Mission Recreation District softball games, is experiencing a major upgrade.
Salinas Valley Memorial unveils Miracle Mobile
Children in the tri-county area traveling to chemotherapy appointments in the Bay Area have something better than Uber — their parents can call the Miracle Mobile. It’s a brightly colored car carrying the sickest of children to places of hope and healing.

















