Hartnell names Linder 2017 Distinguished Alumnus
The Hartnell Community College District has announced Emmett Linder as the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus and commencement speaker.
One Night Out
Greenfield once again participated in the annual National Night Out campaign on Aug. 1, bringing police officers and neighbors together for one night to unite against crime.
Strolling Dinner raises funds for Monterey County sheriffs
Bomb squad demonstrations, suspect take downs, search and rescue station along with food and drinks were all part of the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Strolling Dinner.
Ladies meet weekly for long-standing card game
A group of four South County women put their Bridge skills to the test every Wednesday when they spend several hours playing cards.
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.
Science success
Greenfield Community Science Workshop, which offers free hands-on science activities for South County youth and families, has been recognized by Assemblymember Anna Caballero as the 2018 Non-Profit of the Year for the 30th Assembly District.
National honor
Father Enrique Herrera, pastor of Holy Trinity Church, the Catholic parish in Greenfield, recently received Catholic Extension’s 2017-2018 Lumen Christi Award.
Salinas nurse aide receives STAR Award
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System (SVMHS) has recognized Divina Cortez with the STAR Award for her work ethic and her extraordinary compassion and dedication to patients.
South County cities offer cooling stations for summer
South Monterey County cities from King City to Gonzales experienced high temperatures last week and several cooling stations were planned for residents to get a break from the heat.
Confirmation students learn about darker parts of life
Nearly 150 students gathered at Holy Trinity Church this past week to listen to speakers who had been involved with gangs or were around gang members while they were their age.