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  PASO ROBLES, Calif. – The California Mid-State Fair is bringing country charm and agricultural pride to the 2027 Fair with “Hay Days of Summer,” a theme celebrating the farmers, ranchers, traditions and community spirit that make California’s Central Coast special. Agriculture is at the heart of the California Mid-State Fair, from livestock and agricultural exhibits to the food we enjoy every day. The 2027 theme will celebrate that heritage while inviting fairgoers to join the fun through themed dress-up days, interactive displays, photo opportunities and activities for all ages. The theme will also inspire the Fair’s Exhibits program, encouraging community members to showcase their creativity through arts and crafts, homegrown goods and homemade creations. Details about 2027 Exhibits categories, entry deadlines and submission requirements will be announced soon. Beginners are welcome, and community members are encouraged to start planning their entries and are invited to attend ...

  The Salinas Valley Fair Board of Directors at their regular Board meeting on Thursday, October 29 unanimously approved the hiring of Chris Garmon as their New Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  Board President Darla Mantel stated that the Board is excited to have Garmon as their New CEO with his vast experience in the Fair Industry. Garmon has served as Deputy Manager of the Kern County Fair, Deputy Manager of the Monterey County Fair, and as an Administrative Assistant of the Ventura County Fair. Garmon brings over 10 years of experience working within California Fairs.  Garmon will oversee the operations and management of the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds Facility, as well as the Annual Salinas Valley Fair. The 2027 Salinas Valley Fair is scheduled for May 13 - 16, 2027 with the theme of "Back to our Roots." The Salinas Valley Fair Board of Directors is a 16 member board with representatives from throughout the Salinas Valley. 

  Monterey County – Monterey County Sheriff’s Office announces they have been awarded a $60,000 grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to reduce alcohol-related harm in their community. “This grant provides us with additional resources to address alcohol-related concerns in our communities, particularly those involving underage drinking and public safety,” said Sheriff Tina Nieto. “We appreciate the continued partnership with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the opportunity to work together to create safer environments for our residents and businesses.” The grant is one of nearly 50 awarded in California to local law enforcement agencies through ABC’s Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) program. These grants strengthen local law enforcement efforts by combining theirs with ABC agents who have expertise in alcoholic beverage laws to help reduce alcohol-related harm within their community. “Our Alcohol Policing Partnership program can ...

  SPCA Monterey County urges animal lovers to take precautions to safeguard all their pets this Halloween:     Pets should be kept indoors and preferably confined to an area of the home where they cannot escape. Multiple strangers in costume at your door can be very stressful for your pet, leading to fear and potentially unexpected bites or them slipping out the front door.     Pets should always have a current license, ID tag, and microchip so they can be returned in the event they escape from your home.     If you plan to dress your pet up for Halloween, practice first to get your pet used to the costume. Some pets simply don’t like costumes, so don’t force it. Make sure it’s easy to take off if your pet becomes scared and has breakaway parts. Always keep your pet under your control when he is in costume.     Do not use the stretchy cotton or polyester spiderweb decoration outside, as they are a serious hazard to wildlife that we often resc...

  King City, Calif. – This October 31, King City Police Department is reminding those who are celebrating this spooky season to have a designated sober driver or plan for a sober ride home. “Halloween should be full of treats, not tragedies,” King City Police Department Sergeant Cody Hughes said. “If you plan to drink, make arrangements to use a designated sober driver, public transit or call a taxi or rideshare for a sober ride home. Halloween is spooky enough. Don’t add a real scare to the night.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2024, one person was killed every 44 minutes in a drunk-driving crash on our nation's roads. In that same year, 1,311 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities occurred on California roads. Because of the seasonal festivities and late-night travels, those risks are heightened on Halloween night. King City Police Department offers the following tips to be as safe as possible and share the road safely: Drivers • Follow ...

  MONTEREY COUNTY, California-On Tuesday night, October 28 at 8:38 pm King City CHP officers were dispatched to a report of a possible head-on injury crash involving 2 vehicles on Jolon Road, south of Heinson Road in thew Lockwood area. Upon arrival, officers located 2 vehicles with major front-end damage and 5 patients with moderate to fatal injuries. A preliminary investigation determined that a male driver of a Honda Sedan was driving southbound on Jolon Road, south of Heinson Road at a high rate of speed. For reasons still under investigation, the Honda veered into the opposing northbound lane, directly into the path of a Ford causing major damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Honda was partially ejected, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, while 4 occupants in the Ford vehicle suffered moderate to major injuries and were transported to nearby Hospitals. After arriving at Natividad Medical Center in Salinas, the driver of the Ford vehicle was pro...