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District 18 Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren Delivers $500K to Turn Salinas Regional Soccer Complex into Largest Sports Facility Between San Francisco and L.A.

SALINAS, CA — On Wednesday, February 18 Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) visited the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex to deliver a $500,000 check as one of her 13 community projects she submitted for the Fiscal Year 2026 congressional appropriations cycle. This funding will help support the next phase of expansion for the Complex, a critical investment that advances what is poised to become the largest sports facility between San Francisco and Los Angeles. "I was proud to have submitted the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex as one of my community project requests this year, and I'm glad to see this funding coming to Monterey County," Rep. Lofgren said. "This is a big investment in Salinas' future as a regional cultural hub, and I am thrilled that Californians of all ages will get to enjoy this complex for generations to come.” “This $500,000 investment is a major win for the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex and for the families and youth we serve ...

Applications are Now Open for the 2026 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant!

Paso Robles, CA - The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting applications for the 2026 Miss California Mid- State Fair Scholarship Pageant - and young women across San Luis Obispo County are invited to take the stage. More than a pageant, this program is a scholarship opportunity, leadership experience, and confidence-building journey designed to celebrate community involvement, public speaking skills, and personal ambition. Eligible applicants must: • Be between 18-24 years old or a graduating high school senior • Reside in San Luis Obispo County No previous pageant experience is required. Contestants will participate in: • Personal Interview • Talent Presentation • Evening Gown • Fair Platform Proposal • Final Question Scholarships are awarded in multiple categories including: • Best Interview • Best Talent • Miss Congeniality • 1st & 2nd Runner-Up Princesses • Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen The Fair Platform Proposal portion gives contestants the opportunity to p...

2026 County of Monterey Ag Pass Program Application Deadline is March 30!

The County of Monterey Agricultural Commissioner’s Office is accepting applications for the AG Pass Program until March 30, 2026. With an AG Pass card badge, commercial agricultural operators are able to display this badge to emergency staff at disaster roadblocks for limited emergency access activities on to their property. Scan the QR code above to visit the AG Pass webpage and learn about the program’s eligibility criteria, application submittal requirements and how you can apply. Apply for an AG Pass online or pick up a paper application at the following locations: • Agricultural Commissioner’s Office, 1428 Abbott St, Salinas CA 93901 • Supervisor Lopez, District 3 Office, 1011 Broadway Street, Suite C King City, CA 93930 What is the AG Pass Program? The AG Pass Program is the result of recent legislation that was written in response to California wildfires and other disasters impacting agricultural lands, establishing a voluntary framework for agricultural...

SPCA Wildlife Center Baby Shower

Help rescued wild animals during SPCA Monterey County’s Wildlife Baby Shower! Buy gifts on Amazon: www.spcamc.org/baby-shower Buy gifts at Target: www.spcamc.org/target Give online at SPCAmc.org/eagle The SPCA Wildlife Center is the only full-service wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center in Monterey County. Last year we rescued 2,863 injured, orphaned, or sick wild animals, many of them tiny babies. Right now, the SPCA Monterey County is caring for 2 baby jackrabbits and 5 baby opossums. a As we move into the Spring and Summer months, the SPCA Monterey County expects those numbers to skyrocket. It’s not unusual for their dedicated team of staff and volunteers to care for over 100 baby birds in a single day. All their rescues are only made possible by your generous, compassionate support. The SPCA Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is the only full service wildlife rehabilitation center serving Monterey County. The SPCA Monterey County...

Monster Truck Throwdown Roars into the Salinas Sports Complex on June 14; Tickets go on Sale February 19!

Salinas, CA - The Monster Truck Throwdown will roar into the Salinas Sports Complex on Sunday, June 14, delivering high-flying stunts, car-crushing power, and nonstop excitement to the Central Coast. Fans can expect an all-new, larger, and more challenging track designed to push drivers and machines to the limit, along with the notorious Farmer 500 race, with some new twists this year.  Tickets go on sale to the public on Thursday, February 19, at 10 a.m., exclusively at https://www.carodeo.com/events/2026/monster-truck-throwdown. The event is presented by Gold Star GMC.  TICKET INFORMATION: Box Seats (Ages 2+) – $45 West & North Grandstands – Adult & ADA (Ages 13+) – $32 Kids (Ages 2-12, except box seats) – $15 Monster Meet Up Pass – $10 (Must be purchased separately and must accompany an event ticket; get up close to the trucks & drivers) “This year’s Monster Tru...

Gonzales Man Taken Into Custody on February 13 for Suspicion of Murdering his Wife

Deputies with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office arrested 66-year-old Pablo Villasenor of Gonzales for suspicion of murder after he called 911 to report a medical emergency involving his wife late Friday night, February 13. At approximately 9:27 p.m., emergency dispatchers received a 911 call from Villasenor who stated that his wife was bleeding and that he did not know what had happened. Deputies responded to a residence on the 28000 block of Carr Road, just outside the city limits of Gonzales. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult female suffering from a severe laceration. Fire and ambulance personnel immediately began life-saving measures before transporting her to a local trauma center. Despite medical efforts, the victim tragically succumbed to her injuries. She has been identified as 60-year-old Carmen Vega Tapia of Gonzales. Detectives detained Villasenor and transported him to the Sheriff’s Office for questioning. During their contact, detectives observed that Villase...