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  On July 19, 2021, in response to increased transmission of the COVID-19 Delta variant, the County of Monterey Health Department recommended that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks indoors in public places. On September 20, 2022, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued updates to its Guidance for the Use of Face Masks. As of September 30, 2022, Monterey County Health Department recommends that Monterey County employers, residents and visitors refer to the most recent CDPH guidance regarding use of face masks. For additional information about COVID-19, please visit the County of Monterey Health Department COVID-19 website (www.montereycountycovid19.org) or the CDPH COVID-19 website (https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/ncov2019.aspx).

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for South Monterey County from Sunday, October 2 through Saturday, October 8.  Highway 101: Teague Avenue – Jolon Road (South): October 3 – October 7 One lane closure will occur along southbound Highway 101 between Teague Avenue and  Jolon Road south  for miscellaneous work from 7 am to 4 pm. Highway 101: Jolon Road (North) – Teague Avenue: October 3 – October 7 One lane closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 between Jolon Road and Teague Avenue  for striping operation work from 8 am to 4 pm. Highway 101: NB Broadway: October 3 – October 4 There will be full closure of the northbound on ramp of Highway 101 at Broadway for electrical work from 8 am to 4 pm. Highway 101: Front Street: Long-Term Alternating lane closures will occur along Front Street at Highway 101 for K-rail installation work from 6 am to 6 pm. Highway 101: SB Jolon Road: Long - Term There will be full closure of the on and off ramps of sout

  On Thursday, September 29 in Monterey County Superior Court in Salinas, 2 gang members were sentenced to life in prison for murdering a man who was washing his car outside a Greenfield home in January of 2019. 21-year-old Eduardo "Sleepy" Anaya Solis and 24-year-old Jose "Trips" Juarez, both from King City, were convicted in June of 2022 for their involvement in the murder of 19-year-old Charles Adolfo Jose of Greenfield. They, along with 3 other gang members, were looking for a rival gang member to kill and chose Jose because he was wearing red. Jose was outside his friend's home washing his car on 7th Street when he was approached and shot 24 times by Solis and another shooter; six of the bullets hit Jose, while the rest of the bullets hit 2 occupied homes and 3 parked vehicles. Jose was not a gang member and was shot for wearing red outside his friend's home while washing his car. The 5 gang members conspired with and were supplied by Juarez with 3 fire

  According to the King City CHP, 1 driver died and another driver received minor injuries as a result of a high speed vehicle pursuit on Thursday, September 29. The chase began at 2:35 pm as Patrol Officers were trying to stop a driver in a Toyota Prius going southbound on Highway 101 north of Chualar who continued to Underwood south of Greenfield. The driver in the Prius who was driving as fast as 105 mph was killed after drifting into the #2 lane crashing into a Big Rig. The driver in the Big Rig picked up minor injuries. The Highway 101 Northbound lanes in this area were blocked off for several hours along with 1 lane on Southbound 101 as traffic was diverted to Metz Road in King City. More information will be provided once it becomes available.

  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be holding its monthly luncheon meeting on Tuesday, October 4 at 11:30 a.m. at King Kora Restaurant, 611 Canal Street, King City.  The guest speakers will be Vicki Nohrden, candidate for Assembly in the 30th District and Peter Hernandez, candidate for Congress in the 18th District. They will discuss their campaigns and qualifications for office. In addition, members and guests are invited to bring items to be mailed to servicemen and women serving overseas. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting. For reservations, further information and a wish list of items for the troops call (831) 385-1333 or e-mail karenleonhard@yahoo.com 

  37-year-old Juan Hernandez was busted off of 12th Street in Greenfield at 11:22 am on Wednesday, September 28 for Arson, Being Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance, Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

The King City Police Department reports that on Wednesday night, September 28 at 6:46 pm officers were dispatched to meet with a member of the community at the Police Department for a report of a possible carjacking. When officers arrived on the scene, they met the victim who told them he was struck by 2 subjects who attempted to carjack him. The victim said the incident occurred on the 100 block of South Vanderhurst Avenue and he walked to the Police Department to report the incident. While speaking with the victim officers determined the victim had sustained injuries from the attempted carjacking at which time he was transported to a local hospital due to the injuries he suffered from the 2 subjects. King City Police Officers reviewed city surveillance video and were able to gather additional information pertaining to the description of the 2 suspects. At 7:36 pm on September 28, a King City Police Officer was conducting an area check for the 2 suspects when he spotted a subject who

  SPCA Monterey County is working to protect wild and domestic birds from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), a virus that is naturally spread among wild birds worldwide. Commonly affected wild species include ducks, geese, shorebirds, raptors, and corvids. HPAI can also infect domestic poultry such as chickens, turkeys, and pheasants.  In early 2022, the Eurasian H5 strain of HPAI was detected in the United States. On July 14, 2022, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced the first detection of avian influenza H5N1 in California. The virus was detected in two Canada geese and one American white pelican in Colusa and Glenn Counties. While HPAI has not yet been detected in Monterey County, SPCA Monterey County is taking proactive measures to prevent the spread of the virus at our shelter and Wildlife Center. These implemented protocols include isolated exam areas, increased personal protective equipment, quarantining high risk species, and various other protoco

  Art is one of the many activities used to help youth incarcerated in Monterey County’s Juvenile Hall make positive changes in their lives, and a special program with a renowned teaching artist will be at the County’s Juvenile Hall on Friday, September 30. This program will be directed by Fabian Debora, the executive director of the Homeboy Art Academy (a division of Homeboy Industries), an organization widely recognized for both its comprehensive rehabilitation for justice impacted individuals and serving as the largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world. In operation for over 30 years in Los Angeles, Homeboy Industries provides targeted training, therapy, rehabilitation programs, and re-entry services to formerly gang-involved and incarcerated persons, allowing them to redirect their lives. The public is invited to meet Fabian Debora and student artists on Friday, September 30 at 10:00 a.m. at Monterey County Juvenile Hall located at 1420 Natividad Road in Salinas

  48-year-old Lorena Mendoza and 32-year-old Mysterie Pedockie were arrested for burglary off of the 100 block of 9th Street in Greenfield at 6:59 am on Tuesday, September 27.  

  A structure fire broke out on the 700 block of 23rd street in Paso Robles at 7:25 pm on Tuesday night, September 27. When emergency crews arrived on the scene they discovered that there was a fire inside of a room of the house. All occupants were able to evacuate the house safely no injuries were reported other than a German Shepherd dog. Firefighters attempted life saving efforts on the dog but were unsuccessful in their efforts to revive the dog. The cause of the fire in under investigation at this time.

  PASO ROBLES, CA –On Thursday, October 20, 6-7 pm, in the Library Conference Room, the public is invited to discuss Oyinkan Braithwaite’s witty debut novel, My Sister the Serial Killer. Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in the category of Mystery/Thriller novels, My Sister the Serial Killer is about a Nigerian woman, Korede, whose younger sister, Ayoola, has a habit of killing off her boyfriends. Korede's practicality is her sisters' saving grace, but the day comes when Korede must reckon with what her sister has become and how far she's willing to go to protect her. Sharp as nails and full of deadpan wit, Braithwaite's debut novel is as fun as it is frightening. Registration is required for each participant. This title is available in various formats through the catalog. For ages 16+. The Library is Monday-Friday 9-7 and Saturday 9-4. Call the library at 805-237-3870 or visit prcity.com/library and the Library Facebook and Instagram sites for more information

The King City Police Department reports that they obtained an arrest warrant during the week of September 25, 2022 for 3 counts of Homicide for 20-year-old Elizar Ayron Arellano of King City for his involvement in the murders of Carlos Manuel Lopez, Selena Gonzalez Godoy, and Godoy’s unborn child on December 26, 2021 in King City. Arellano fled the area after the homicides at which time the The King City Police Department then requested assistance from the United States Marshall’s Service Fugitive Task Force in locating Arellano. The Marshall’s Service developed information that Arellano was in Tuolumne County. On Tuesday, September 27, 2022, the Marshall’s Service and officers from the King City PD traveled to Tuolumne and Mariposa Counties to try and find Arellano. During their search efforts Arellano was located and arrested on the 6000 Block of Greely Hill Road in Coulterville, CA by the Marshall’s Service and King City Police Department. Arellano was subsequently booked into the M

  31-year-old Jose Raul Ponce was taken into custody off of Emily Circle in Greenfield at 9:40 pm on Monday night, September 26 for Domestic Violence. The victims were a 29-year-old female and a 3-year-old Juvenile. 

  26-year-old Veronica Reyes was arrested off of Elm Avenue in Greenfield at 8:21 pm on Monday night, September 26 for Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Domestic Violence and Child Endangerment. The victims were a 36-year-old male along with a 10-year-old Juvenile, a 6-year-old Juvenile and a 3-year-old Juvenile. 

  A trailer caught fire off of Primavera Court in Greenfield at around 5:30 am on Monday, September 26. Fire Chief Jim Langborg said that the trailer received damage along with a car that was nearby. Firefighters were able to get the fire under control within a few minutes. No one was injured. The cause of the fire is suspicious in nature and is under investigation. 

  According to a statement made by the Monterey County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday, September 27 scammers are making phone calls and identifying themselves as members of the Sheriff's Office. They are using actual names and ranks of Deputies, Sergeants, and Commanders and soliciting money from victims due to outstanding warrants. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office will NOT call and demand or request any money for any reason. If you get such a call it is a SCAM so do not send any money to them. The Sheriff's Office advises the public to please stay aware and diligent to prevent from being taken advantage of. 

  **LOCATION ANNOUNCEMENT** Monterey County – The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Monterey Area will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday night, September 23, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on eastbound Carmel Valley Road, east of Carmel Rancho Boulevard, in unincorporated Monterey County.   All too often members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by intoxicated drivers.  The goal of the CHP is to ensure the safe passage of each and every motorist by targeting roads where there is a high frequency of intoxicated drivers. Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for South Monterey County from Sunday, September 25 through Saturday, October 1.  Highway 101: Payson Road/Grant Street – Main Street/Chualar Street: September 29 There will be closure one lane, median and shoulder closure along southbound Highway 101 between Jolon Road in Bradley and North Bradley for guardrail repair work along the highway from 7 am to 2 pm. Highway 101: Jolon Road (Bradley) – North Bradley: September 26 There will be closure one lane, median and shoulder closure along southbound Highway 101 between Jolon Road in Bradley and North Bradley for guardrail repair work along the highway from 7 am to 2 pm. Highway 101: Teague Avenue – Jolon Road (South): September 26 – September 30 One lane closure will occur along southbound Highway 101 between Teague Avenue and Jolon Road south for miscellaneous work from 8 am to 3 pm. Highway 101: First Street: September 26 – September 29 There will be full closure

  The City of King held a ribbon cutting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on September 22 to dedicate completion of the Jayne Street Solar Streetlight Project.  The project includes 8 new streetlights on Jayne Street covering the entire street, which is the City’s first solar streetlight project.    The project cost approximately $115,000, which was funded primarily by King City Community Power.  Increasing streetlights was one of the highest ranking priorities identified by the community in the citywide survey and one of the goals of King City Community Power when it was formed.  According to Mayor Mike LeBarre, “King City Community Power was formed to keep much needed revenue locally for community needs.  That funding is now helping us light our streets to increase safety, security and a better quality of life for our community, which is our top priority.”   The solar streetlight program is the final phase of a three-phase program to increase streetlights throughout the City.  The first and sec

The Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) and the Monterey County Board of Supervisors will unveil a new mural in the County of Monterey Administration Building on Tuesday, September 27th at Noon. This new public artwork is located in the east stairwell of the county building. Using the width and height of the environment, local artist Jose Ortiz and his team have created “Destination, Salinas” using natural light and lush colors to showcase the beauty of the Salinas Valley, which has been a destination of hope and prosperity for so many people over the decades. The community is invited to join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate this beautiful work. Details: “Destination, Salinas” Mural Ribbon Cutting Monterey County Administration Building 168 W. Alisal Street, Salinas Noon Participants in our ceremony include: Mary Adams, Chair, Monterey County Board of Supervisors Luis Alejo, Supervisor, District 1 John Phillips, Supervisor, District 2 Chris Lopez, Supervisor, District 3 Wend

City of King – September is Pedestrian Safety Month, and the King City Police Department conducted a Pedestrian Safety Operation on September 22, 2022, at various intersections throughout the city. These types of operations are about saving lives and preventing injuries. The goal of these operations is to make the roadways safer for pedestrians. During this operation, the King City Police Department deployed a pedestrian decoy 144 times crossing the street and on 24 (17%) occasions drivers failed to yield for the pedestrian crossing the street within a marked crosswalk. Of the 24 people who failed to yield to the pedestrian with the right of way, 14 drivers were issued citations for failing to yield to the right of way of the pedestrian. In addition, during the operation one other driver was pulled over and issued a citation for failing to stop for a red light. Of the 15 drivers who received citations, two drivers were driving on suspended licenses and received misdemeanor citations. T

On September 22, 2022, at approximately 10:38pm, officers from the King City Police Department with assistance from the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, responded to a report of a shooting in the area of the 700 Block of South Vanderhurst Street. Upon arrival, officers initiated an investigation and subsequently located a victim on the 48000 block of Loneoak Street with a gunshot wound to the back. The investigation has preliminarily revealed four subjects approached the victim and a group of other individuals and demanded their wallets. An altercation ensued and the victim was shot once in the back. The victim then fled into the 48000 block of Loneoak Street and called for assistance. The investigation is ongoing. The King City Police Department is requesting that the public residing on the 400 to 700 block of S. Vanderhurst Street or on Villa Drive to check their home surveillance systems for suspicious activity. Anyone with further information regarding this case is encouraged to c

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Residents of Greenfield will have an opportunity to experience a street makeover designed to be safer and more comfortable for all users. To improve safety and encourage walking and bicycling, the City of Greenfield, in partnership with The Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC), Ecology Action, and the Monterey County Health Department, has installed temporary pedestrian improvements along 12th Street. 12th Street is heavily used by families and children attending Arroyo Seco Academy, Oak Avenue Elementary School, and Vista Verde Middle School, and has been identified as a safe route to school corridor in the Salinas Valley Safe Routes to School planning process. The temporary pop-up event along 12th Street near the intersections of Apple Avenue, Oak Avenue, and Elm Avenue features: • Temporary curb extensions and the creation of a median center, with the goal of making crossings easier and safer • High-visibility crosswalks at Apple Avenue Community memb

  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be collecting items to be sent to servicemen and women serving overseas on October 4.  If you would like to participate in this on going project, please drop off items for the troops at the Rustler newspaper office from 10 am to 4 pm located at 522-B Broadway Street in King City, the King City Library at 402 Broadway or call (831) 385-1333 to arrange a pick up. Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated has partnered with Operation: Care and Comfort, an all volunteer 501 (c)(3) organization. Go to www.occ-usa.org to find a "wish list" of requested items and more information about Operation: Care and Comfort.  A list of desired items for the troop boxes is also available at the Rustler office or the Library. Money donations can be cash, check or money order made payable to Operation: Care and Comfort. For more information on this outreach project, call Karen Leonhard at (831) 385-1333.

  KING CITY, Calif., — The board of directors of Sunlight Giving has awarded a multi-year grant in the amount of $225,000 to Mee Memorial Hospital in King City. South Monterey County’s only hospital has agreed to use the grant for general support, $75,000 per year for 3 years. The Palo Alto-based nonprofit Sunlight Giving seeks to build vibrant, diverse and safe communities where all families have access to stable shelter, food security, quality health care, joy and opportunity. Sunlight Giving believes that health care is a human right and should be accessible to all. Low-income families, especially those with young children, face significant financial and logistical barriers that impede access to medical, dental, prenatal, and reproductive health care services. A rural hospital serving a diverse community, Mee Memorial is currently celebrating 60 years of providing culturally sensitive and patient-centered care.   For more information on Mee Memorial Healthcare System, visit www.meem

  PASO ROBLES, CA -Duffy Hudson and the Paso Robles City Library present Alfredo the Magnificent on Wednesday, October 12, at 4 p.m. in the Library Conference Room. By the end of the show, YOU will be the magician! This interactive program is perfect for budding magicians ages 5+ but fun for the whole family! Free tickets are required for entry and will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Space is limited so come early to ensure your spot! The Library is open Monday-Friday 9-7 and Saturday 9-4. Call the library at 805-237-3870 or visit prcity.com/library and the Library Facebook and Instagram sites for more information

  PASO ROBLES, CA-In October, Art in the Library will feature the creative expression of artist Dana Claywell-O’Neal, who finds her inspiration in the ocean and horse worlds, which she sees as opposite ends. All the artwork in the month’s display was done using a playing card as her brush. “I love the art of telling different stories to different people,” Claywell-O’Neal states. For more information about art displays in the library, visit prcity.com or call Don Rader, 805-237-3870. The Library is open Monday-Friday 9-7 and Saturday 9-4. Call the Library at 805-237-3870 or visit prcity.com/library and the Library Facebook and Instagram sites for more information.

  PASO ROBLES, CA –Crafters will enjoy this November’s three- dimensional felt craft – the perfect Autumn Pumpkin banner to hang on a wall or door for Thanksgiving. Designed by Amy Chappell of amerooniedesigns.com, this colorful banner will match any fall décor. Combining sewing, embroidery, and felt assembly techniques, this project is perfect for beginning and intermediate crafting enthusiasts. To participate in the class, • Register before Saturday, October 15 • Pick up craft materials at the in-person pickup party on Thursday, October 27, 6:00- 7:00 pm in the Library Conference Room. • Return Wednesday, November 16, 6:00-7:00 pm to share your Autumn Pumpkin banner and pick up materials for the December craft. (Must be registered for next December’s class to pick up new materials.) Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited. Registration with Paso Robles City Library card is required for each participant. For ages 16+. For more information, contact Adult Services Libraria

PASO ROBLES, CA –On Wednesday night, October 12, from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Library Conference Room, the Paso Robles City Library will host a special evening’s entertainment featuring the works and life story of one of America’s best-known authors and enigmatic personalities, Edgar Allan Poe. Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson will use a combination of biographical information and dramatic interpretation of three of Poe’s most famous works—Annabel Lee, The Raven, and The Tell-Tale Heart—to bring Edgar Allan Poe to life. Space is limited and registration is required for each participant. For ages 16+. For more information, contact Adult Services Librarian Karen Christiansen, (805) 237-3870. The Library is open Monday-Friday 9-7 and Saturday 9-4. Call the library at 805-237-3870 or visit prcity.com/library and the Library Facebook and Instagram sites for more information.

The King City Aera Soccer Park field will be closed for all play beginning this week through January 2023.  The soccer field was recently renovated in 2020 with a grant from Aera Energy, but regular use has damaged the turf.  Therefore, it is necessary to close the field for additional reseeding and restoration.    In order to protect the field so the renovation work will be successful, nobody will be allowed on the field.  Signage and fencing will be installed during the upcoming week.  As a result, any illegal access to the field may result in issuance of a citation and fine.   All ongoing soccer games are being relocated to San Antonio Park during this period.   The City has worked hard during the past few years to improve its sports fields to provide higher quality facilities for outdoor recreation for the community, particularly youth activities.  Therefore, the City requests everyone’s support of these efforts by honoring the closure and appreciates everyone’s cooperation.      

The City of King has completed construction of new solar streetlights on Jayne Street.  Everyone is invited to attend a dedication ceremony of the Jayne Street Solar Streetlight Project on Thursday, September 22nd at 5:30 p.m. in front of the King City Migrant Center at 440 Jayne Street.   It is the City’s first solar streetlight project, and it was funded by King City Community Power.  Increasing streetlights was one of the highest ranking priorities identified by the community in the citywide survey and one of the goals of King City Community Power when it was formed.  Jayne Street was selected as the first project site after the City received input from the employees and residents of the Migrant Center regarding how dark it was at night when they walked to their vehicles.  This project will be instrumental in improving the Jayne Street area and overall public safety in the community.   Questions can be directed to City Hall at 831-385-3281.

31-year-old Rhamset Iribe-Torres was arrested on Palm Avenue Assault, Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Threats, and Vandalism in Greenfield at 3:41 pm on Tuesday, September 20. The victim was a 30-year-old male. Iribe-Torres was booked into the Monterey County Jail.

27-year-old Armando Huitzil was arrested for a probation violation and violation of a domestic violence restraining order off of Clifton Court in Greenfield at 1:40 pm on Monday, September 19.  

A vehicle was reported stolen at 10:53 am on Monday, September 19 off of Palm Avenue in Greenfield. The victim is a 26-year-old female. If anyone has any information they're asked to call the Greenfield Police Department at 674-5111.

  Tuesday, September 20 is National Voter Registration Day. The Monterey County Elections invites the public to help them promote voter registration and help people register to vote. Monterey County has 251,777 eligible citizens registered to vote, and 83% are currently registered. You can make a difference at improving these numbers. Take action     Promote Online Voter Registration at: www.registertovote.ca.gov     Promote voters to check their registration status at: http://www.montereycountyelections.us/regStatus.htm     Add a voter registration button on your website: Secretary of State - Register to Vote     Copy and paste the sample code below to your web page:   Use one of the National Voter Registration Day Logos attached and on September 20 take it to social media with the following status:   “It’s National Voter Registration Day. Take 30 seconds to register to vote. www.registertovote.ca.gov”  Secretary of State - Register to Vote If you have questions or if you would like a

  According to the Gonzales Police Department, Officers at 10:54 pm on Sunday night, September 18 conducted a traffic stop on the 1400 block of Burgundy Way for a Vehicle Code Violation and discovered that the driver was suspended and in Possession of a Loaded Unregistered Handgun and Rifle. The Suspect was arrested and booked into the Monterey County Jail. 

51-year-old Tomas Chavez was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon off of El Camino Real in Greenfield at 1:46 pm on Sunday, September 18. The victim was a 64-year-old male. 

A business was burglarized on El Camino Real in Greenfield at 7:59 am on Friday, September 16, while another burglary was reported off of El Camino Real in Greenfield at 3:14 am on Saturday, September 17. If anyone has any information regarding both burglaries they're asked to call the Greenfield Police Department at 831-674-5111

  19-year-old Giovanny Gonzalez was taken into custody for domestic violence and false imprisonment off of Tuscany Avenue in Greenfield at 7:07 am on Friday, September 16. The victim was an 18-year-old female. 

MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for South Monterey County from Sunday, September 18 through Saturday, September 24.  Highway 101: Arroyo Seco Road – Harden Farms Road: September 21 One lane closure will occur along southbound Highway 101 between Arroyo Seco Road and Harden Farms Road for landscaping work along the highway from 9 am to 1 pm. Highway 101: Arroyo Seco Road – State Route 146: September 22 One lane closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 between Arroyo Seco Road and State Route 146 for landscaping work along the highway from 9 am to 1 pm. Highway 101: Teague Avenue – Broadway Street: September 19 – September 23 One lane closure will occur along southbound Highway 101 between Teague Avenue and Broadway Street (south) for work on the median barrier from 7 am to 3 pm. Highway 101: First Street: September 21 – September 22 There will be full closure of the northbound on ramp of Highway 101 at First Street for miscellaneous work from

  The County of Monterey offers grant funding for projects that enhance or improve local wildlife. The application window for this funding is now open. These grants can support a wide variety of work, from boots on the ground habitat or environmental projects to education and scientific research. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $10,000 but may be approved in any amount. A total of $40,000 is available. Funds are provided by the Propagation Grant Fund (PGF) to eligible persons or organizations. Past projects funded by the PGF include: • Removing nets and fishing equipment that ensnare marine life, including migrating whales, from the Monterey Bay • Releasing 160,000 Chinook salmon smolts in the Monterey Bay to mitigate impacts of habitat degradation • Providing ocean-going education programs for Monterey County students • Planting native milkweed to improve habitat for monarch butterflies • Providing free, non-lead ammunition to County residents to protect area birds of prey inclu

A 1 vehicle collision involving a Semi Truck happened on Highway 101 Southbound near the Gloria Road exit outside of Gonzales at 10:27 pm on Thursday night, September 15. The crash caused numerous traffic delays during the overnight and early morning hours on Friday, September 16 as vehicles were diverted in another direction so work crews could clean up debris and fluids that were on the roadway. Minor injuries from the accident were reported. The cause of the wreck is unknown. 

  On Thursday afternoon, September 15 sometime before 4:00 P.M., Greenfield Police and Fire Departments, along with AMR responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian traffic collision that took place off of Elm Avenue and 4th Street. The juvenile suffered injuries that required transportation to a Bay Area hospital by helicopter. The driver remained on the scene and was cooperative with police, but was found to be driving without a license and was subsequently arrested; the vehicle was also impounded. The collision is still under investigation and anyone with information is asked to call Officer Ruelas at 831-385-8311, or 831-674-5111. You can remain anonymous. 

40-year-old Guillermo Herrera was arrested for sexual battery and a warrant off of Cherry Avenue in Greenfield at 1:41 am on Thursday, September 15. The victim was a 21-year-old female. 

  2 parked vehicles were vandalized off of Burgundy Drive in Greenfield at 8:11 am on Wednesday, September 14. The victim was a 35-year-old female. If anyone has any information they're asked to contact the Greenfield Police Department at 831-674-5111. 

  Firefighters in Greenfield extinguished a structure fire that broke out off of El Camino Real in Greenfield on Thursday, September 15. The blaze started at 3:25 am and was contained to the room of origin. Heat and smoke damaged 75% of the building. The Greenfield Fire Department suspects that arson is what caused the fire. The structure used to be a thrift store that closed down shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic started over 2 years ago. The estimated loss in property damage due to the fire is between $30,000 and $35,000. If anyone has any video footage from this structure fire they're asked to contact the Greenfield Police Department at 831-674-5111. 

On Wednesday night, September 14 at approximately 7:28 PM, officers from the King City Police Department were dispatched to a motel on the 0 block of Broadway Circle for a report of a stabbing incident. Upon arrival, officers located a 27-year-old Hispanic male victim laying on the ground. The male was suffering from multiple stab wounds. Officers began first aid and continued until medical personnel arrived. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending formal notification of the victim’s next of kin by the Coroner’s Division of the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators worked the case throughout the night examining evidence, conducting interviews, and reviewing video surveillance footage and developed a suspect identified as 27-year-old Kevin James Powell of Greenfield, CA. On Thursday, September 15 at approximately 8:25 AM, a search warrant was served at Powell’s residence located on

28-year-old Jorge Cuevas was taken into custody for domestic violence off of Vasquez Avenue in Greenfield at 6:24 pm on Tuesday night, September 13. The victims were a 33-year-old female, a 41-year-old male and a 4-year-old juvenile. 

  Three 13-year-old Juveniles were arrested for assault resulting in head injuries off of Elm Avenue in Greenfield at 8:58 am on Tuesday, September 13. The victim was a 14-year-old Juvenile.