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  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be holding its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 1 AT 11:30 a.m. at Cork & Plough Restaurant located at 200 Broadway in King City. The club will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary as members will recall and speak about joining the club, while members from other California Federation of Republican Women clubs will also attend. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting. For reservations and further information call (831) 385-1333 or email karenjleonhard@gmail.com

  Paso Robles, CA – March 27, 2025 — The California Mid-State Fair is proud to announce its nomination for “Fair/Rodeo of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards. This esteemed recognition places the Fair among the top-tier live entertainment events in the nation and highlights its ongoing commitment to excellence in country music programming and community celebration. The nomination is a reflection of the Fair’s dedication to bringing world-class musical acts to the Central Coast, creating unforgettable fan experiences, and showcasing the spirit of the American West through its iconic rodeo events. Past performers have included chart-topping country acts like Luke Bryan and Eric Church, legendary icons like Garth Brooks, and rising stars—solidifying the Fair’s reputation as a must-visit summer destination for music lovers. This summer the Fair is hosting four country acts: Cody Johnson, Keith Urban, Jon Pardi and Bailey Zimmerman, plus the always-sold-out Country Ro...

  The County of Monterey is facing a projected $39.7 million deficit in the coming fiscal year due to a combination of factors, including rising labor and operational costs, ongoing impacts from multiple natural disasters, and the loss of one-time and federal funding. Fiscal forecasts also predict additional shortfalls in the next several years. On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors (Board) held a Budget Workshop to delve into its current $2.25 billion fiscal plan, consider options to manage the anticipated shortfall along with listening to elected officials and department heads whose operations are impacted and requesting budget augmentations. The Budget Workshop is a key part of the overall county budget process. The direction given by the Board included identifying ways to retain filled positions and mitigating operational impacts. In preparation for the Budget Hearings on May 28 and May 29 (if needed), countywide finance staff will work with el...

  KING CITY – It’s getting to be that time of year again, Fair Time! The Salinas Valley Fair wants YOU to be an exhibitor at this year’s fair, May 15-18 in King City. Entries are open to residents in Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Bentio & San Luis Obispo County. There are thousands of items the Fair wants you to show off – fresh flowers, potted plants, brownies and quilts, photographs, scrapbooks, birdhouses, and more. It’s not just for 4-H and FFA exhibitors. It’s for everyone. The more exhibits the better. So if you have an idea, enter it!    For entry information and how to enter go to www.SalinasValleyFair.com to enter your project or http://salina.fairwire.com  Remember, entries must be submitted online only.    All entries are due on or before Monday, April 1.     For more information about entering the Fair, call the Salinas Valley Fair Entry office at 831-385-3521 or email livestock@salinasvalleyfair.com  they can help you choose the ...

  It is with profound sadness that the King City Police Department shares the passing of one of their Police Department Family. Police Sergeant Ryan Kenedy passed away unexpectedly while on duty on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at approximately 12:45 am. Sergeant Kenedy experienced an apparent medical emergency that ultimately turned fatal. Sergeant Kenedy began his career with the King City Police Department in July of 2014, serving as a Patrol Officer. In April of 2020, Sergeant Kenedy was assigned as a detective to the South County Major Crimes Unit and later the King City Police Department Investigations Unit. Sergeant Kenedy was promoted to Police Sergeant in January of 2020, where he served until his tragic passing. Sergeant Kenedy was known to those around him as an intelligent and caring individual who showed the utmost care and humility to those he worked and served with. Sergeant Kenedy was also a loving and devoted husband and son and was universally loved by all he worked wi...

  King City, CA –The Salinas Valley Fair held the 2025 Miss Salinas Valley Fair competition on March 13 & 14 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds.  2 King City young ladies vied for the crown that were Miss Aaliyah Sarina and Miss Jordan Davis. These young ladies competed in Horsemanship, Scholastic, Poise & Appearance & Personality.   The Salinas Valley Fair is proud to announce the 2025 Miss Salinas Valley Fair is Miss Jordan Davis! Jordan Davis is 16 year old junior at King City High School who is the daughter of Greg Corrigan and Lisa Davis of Greenfield, and Allen and Natalie Davis of San Luis Obispo. Jordan Davis has 5 siblings: Kristyn, Kyle, Jacob, Jackson and Hunter. Pets in her life are plentiful: Dora the horse, Short Stack the horse, dogs include Tessie, Maggie, Millie and Axis. Bandit the cat and Whiskey the cat are included too, while she considers Arroyo Seco and King City her home. Davis' 4-H projects include market swine, canning, photography, ba...