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  SALINAS, CA — Ready for a summer filled with fun and fur? SPCA Monterey County is excited to announce that registration is now open for its popular Summer Animal Camps! Held at the beautiful SPCA campus in the newly renovated Claire Jacobson Learning Center, these camps offer children a unique opportunity to turn their love for animals into a summer of compassion, education, and excitement. SPCA Animal Camp is designed to empower children to make a difference for the pets and wildlife that enrich our lives. Through a mix of guided games and hands-on experiences, kids explore the vital work of the SPCA. Activities include lessons in animal safety and handling, hikes on the scenic SPCA grounds, crafting toys and treats for shelter pets, and meeting rescued wildlife, horses, and barn pets. "Our camps are all about kindness and compassion," says Kennedy Rivera, SPCA Community Educator. "From learning rescue basics to interacting with the animals in our care, campers get a ...

  WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, April 22, on Earth Day, Representatives Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Don Beyer (D-VA), Vern Buchanan (R-FL), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act. This legislation would support planning for and identification of natural species migration patterns to improve safe, free movement between habitats by establishing a National Wildlife Corridor System. “This Earth Day, I'm proud to help lead this bipartisan bill that would have a profound and positive impact on America's biodiversity,” said Rep. Zoe Lofgren. “Especially in my home state of California, wildlife corridors have proven to be a key solution to help species that are moving across habitats due to climate change. Not only will this bill help to reduce vehicle collisions with wildlife, but it will allow America's many ecosystems to flourish.” “Biodiversity loss has a major impact on our planet’s resilience and affects our lives as ...

  SALINAS, California - Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announces that her office, along with 10 other District Attorney’s Offices in California, have resolved a misleading advertising case against Venus Laboratories, Inc., which does business as “Earth Friendly Products” under the brand name “ECOS.” As part of the settlement, the company will pay $176,110 in civil penalties and costs to resolve the alleged violations. ECOS manufactures, markets, and sells cleaning products to California consumers, including through retail stores and online platforms. ECOS also advertises its products through its website, www.ecos.com. This action arises from allegations that the company marketed and sold laundry and dishwasher detergent sheet products labeled as “plastic free” and “zero plastic,” when the products contained plastic in the form of polyvinyl alcohol (“PVA”), also referred to as “PVOH.” ECOS further represented that these products were biodegradable when prosecu...

  SALINAS, CA, April 20, 2026 – The California Rodeo Salinas is proud to announce a new partnership with Monterey Bay Football Club for a special themed night, “Boots on the Pitch,” taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Cardinale Stadium. This exciting collaboration brings together two of Monterey County’s most beloved traditions—Western heritage and professional soccer—for an unforgettable evening of family-friendly fun. Fans attending the match will get a taste of rodeo action both outside and inside the stadium. Before kickoff, the California Rodeo Salinas will host a lively activation area featuring appearances by Miss California Rodeo Salinas, a roping dummy, prize wheel, and more. (Activation start time to be announced.) At halftime, the Rodeo will bring the energy onto the field with a stick-horse barrel racing competition, featuring local produce company mascots alongside the Rodeo’s own mascot, The Dude, guaranteed to entertain fans of all ages. The Rodeo experience ...

  KING CITY, CA — SPCA Monterey County is making it easier and more affordable for South County residents to care for their pets this April. Limited appointments are still available for the SPCA’s upcoming Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics held at the King City Recreation Center. With pet overpopulation remaining a critical issue, these donor-supported clinics provide high-quality surgical services at a fraction of the traditional cost. Residents are encouraged to act quickly, as spots are limited and require a deposit to secure an appointment. Upcoming Clinic Dates & Location     Wednesday, April 22     Thursday, April 30     Location: King City Recreation Center, 401 Division St. Affordable Pricing & Eligibility The clinic fees include both the spay/neuter surgery and a rabies vaccination:     Dogs & Puppies: $95     Cats & Kittens: $55 Requirements:     Available to all Monterey County residents.     ...

  According to the Monterey County Sheriff's Office an adult male was tragically killed in a fatal solo vehicle crash on Saturday, April 18. The King City California Highway Patrol reports that at 5:05 am officers responded to reports of an overturned vehicle on Jolon Road, south of Argyle Road outside of King City. Officers found an overturned SUV with major damage, and the driver, who had been ejected from the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office identified the man killed in the fatal wreck as 24-year-old Brandon Daniel Zuniga of King City. The King City CHP said that the driver was not wearing a seatbelt. Alcohol and drugs are not suspected factors in the fatal collision.