Lake Nacimiento closed to visitors over COVID-19 concerns
BRADLEY — Monterey County Resource Management Agency has announced the closure of the resort and recreational area at Lake Nacimiento effective April 2 over concerns related to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
“Due to governmental restrictions and in light of cases occurring near...
Heavy downpour, flooding cause havoc for South Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — Last week’s torrential downpour caused major flooding throughout South Monterey County that stalled traffic for hours on Highway 101 and devastated the small town of Chualar, which was left with a messy aftermath.
National Weather Service issued a significant weather advisory last...
King City and Greenfield high schools see rise in failing grades
SALINAS VALLEY — Grades among high school students at both King City and Greenfield high schools were evaluated during the latest board meeting of the South Monterey County Joint Union High School District.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/king-city-and-greenfield-high-schools-see-rise-in-failing-grades/
Greenfield council, school board partner to find solutions
Greenfield City Council and Greenfield Unified School District Board are teaming up to find solutions to current issues, including adding more school resource officers, improving school safety and establishing a youth council.
Police investigate New Year’s Eve murder in Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Detectives from the South County Major Crimes Unit are investigating a homicide that occurred New Year’s Eve in Greenfield.
FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/police-investigate-new-years-eve-murder-in-greenfield/
Rose Escobar crowned 2019 Miss Salinas Valley Fair
Four young women vied for the crown last Saturday in the 2019 Miss Salinas Valley Fair contest, and when the final judge’s sheet was tallied, Rose Escobar of Spreckles came out on top to represent the organization.
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.
Power shutoff leaves South County residents in the dark
SOUTH COUNTY — Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) shut
off power to an estimated 9,000 customers in Monterey County over the weekend
due to heightened fire danger caused by high winds and dry conditions in the
area, including parts of South County.
Residents in Chualar, Gonzales, Soledad...
Salinas Valley Fair cancels poultry show
Due to an outbreak of Virulent Newcastle Disease in California, Salinas Valley Fair officials have canceled poultry shows and exhibits at this year’s event in King City.
Salinan descendants honor ancestors culture during Mission Days
Annual Mission Days includes honoring Salinas Tribe and re-enactors recreating the mission times.
