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  Community Update Regarding Dogs Sent to Miranda’s Rescue from Hitchcock Road Animal Services Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS), a Joint Powers Authority between the County of Monterey and the City of Salinas, has new information regarding the investigation at Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna, California. HRAS has been notified by Humboldt County Sheriff’s investigators that 2 dogs that were transferred from the shelter to the rescue organization in February 2026 were found deceased during a recent search warrant served on the property. Microchips scanned on the bodies have confirmed their identification. Attached are photos and information about the dogs Both dogs were in the HRAS adoption program for a time and were transferred due to being overlooked by potential adopters and with hopes of finding a different opportunity for adoption. Neither dog had a known bite history or significant behavior concerns. Miranda’s Rescue’s founder falsely informed HRAS staff that at...

  SALINAS, CA - After an incredibly successful event in May, SPCA Monterey County is holding another free microchip and affordable vaccination event on Friday, July 17, from 9 am to 2 pm at the SPCA Veterinary Clinic in Salinas.  Every year, the SPCA rescues thousands of stray dogs and cats, but a heartbreaking 89% of them arrive with no identification: no collar, ID tag, or microchip. This makes reuniting these lost pets with their worried families incredibly difficult if not impossible. To ease financial barriers and keep families whole, the SPCA is hosting a Free Microchip & Affordable Vaccination Event on Friday, July 17, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the SPCA Veterinary Clinic. “A microchip is one of the most effective tools we have to bring lost pets home,” says Ben Shaw, SPCA Shelter Manager. “When an animal enters our care with an updated microchip, we can often call their owner within minutes. We want to give every family in our community that absolute peace of mind,...

  PG&E has notified the County of Monterey of the potential for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event impacting southern Monterey County and part of the Carmel Valley area from 10:00AM July 15, 2026, to mid-evening on July 16, 2026, due to gusty winds and high temperatures in the 90s to low 100s across the interior central coast. Areas of Impact • Eastern King City • Soledad East of Metz Road • East side of Carmel Valley • West side of Greenfield • Jolon Road near San Antonio • San Ardo The final determination for a PSPS is made by PG&E and should a PSPS occur, residents will be notified by PG&E. You can check the status of any outage including any PSPS at: https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage- tools/outage-map/ You can sign up to received PSPS alerts at https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools/get-psps-alerts/ PG&E Community Resource Centers In anticipation of a shutoff, PG&E is advising it will be establishing Community Resource Centers at the fol...

  SALINAS, Calif. — The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex announced on July 14 that John Narigi has joined the organization as President, bringing more than three decades of executive leadership in hospitality, major public venues, economic development, community partnerships, and organizational growth to one of California’s fastest-growing community sports facilities. Narigi joins the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex during a defining year as construction advances on eight new fields, The Match campaign continues to rally community investment, and the facility prepares for one of the largest tournament and event years in its history. The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex currently serves more than 11,500 community members each week, with weekly use projected to grow to more than 20,000 as the next phase of development is completed. The eight-field expansion is part of a larger vision to build the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex into the largest facility of its kind between Los Angeles ...

  SALINAS, CA, July 7, 2026 – The California Rodeo Salinas is known for bringing the world's top rodeo athletes to town, but Big Week is just as much about creating unforgettable family memories. From July 10–19, families can enjoy ten days packed with carnival rides, parades, interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, rodeo competitions for kids, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Dude the Rodeo Mascot, and a visit to the California Rodeo Heritage Museum. Whether it's riding carnival attractions, competing in a stick horse race, cheering on young mutton busters, or watching world-class rodeo entertainment, Big Week offers something for every age. California Rodeo Salinas Carnival July 10–19 | 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. daily 295 Sun Way, Salinas Presented by Chick-fil-A North Salinas Big Week begins with ten days of carnival fun featuring exciting rides, classic games and everyone's favorite carnival treats. Admission and parking are just $5 each. Unlimited ride wris...

  Salinas, CA – The candidate filing period for elective offices in the November 3, 2026, General Election opens Monday, July 13, 2026. Candidate forms will be available only during the official filing period and must be completed and submitted by the deadline of 5 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026.   Official nomination documents will be available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., during the filing period at the Monterey County Elections Department, 1441 Schilling Place – North Building, Salinas, CA. Candidates seeking a city office must file their nomination documents with the appropriate City Clerk. In addition to candidate filing services at the Monterey County Elections Office throughout the filing period, Books and Ballots: Candidate Filing appointments will be available at the following locations during the specified dates between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.     Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Castroville Library, 11160 Speegle St., Castroville     Thursday,...