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  King City, CA — The Salinas Valley Fair proudly hosted its annual Miss Salinas Valley Fair Competition on March 26 & 27 at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City, California, where 17-year-old Morgan Hancock was crowned the 2026 Miss Salinas Valley Fair. Hancock is a senior at King City High School and a resident of Lockwood, California. Following graduation, she plans to attend Cuesta College before transferring to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she will major in Kinesiology with the goal of becoming an athletic trainer. An active member of both 4-H and FFA, Hancock has demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to her community. Her involvement in 4-H includes serving in multiple leadership roles, from Recreation Officer to President. In FFA, she has earned her Greenhand, Chapter Farmer, and State Farmer Degrees, and was recognized as Outstanding Sentinel in Opening and Closing Ceremony. “I am beyond excited to be representing my hometown fair as this year’s Miss S...

  SALINAS, CA, April 8, 2026 – The California Rodeo Salinas continues to prove it is much more than a summer tradition—it is a powerful economic engine for Monterey County. A newly released Economic, Fiscal, and Social Impact Analysis shows the California Rodeo Salinas and Salinas Sports Complex generated $21.8 million in total economic output in 2025, up from $18 million in 2014. Conducted by Beacon Economics, the report found that Rodeo operations, attendee spending, and year-round events supported 93 local jobs, generated $6.6 million in labor income, and produced more than $2.4 million in tax revenue for essential public services. “The California Rodeo Salinas has always been about bringing the community together, but it’s also clear that what we do has a meaningful impact on the local economy,” said Barbara Causley, Salinas Sports Complex General Manager. “From tourism and hospitality to local vendors and nonprofits, this event touches so many parts of our community.” The stud...

  Monterey County, CA – The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, along with agents of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) have cited 4 clerks for selling alcohol to minors between April 3, 2026 and April 4, 2026. The actions were the result of a Minor Decoy operation in which minors under the direct supervision of department agents, attempted to purchase alcohol from 14 retail licensees in Monterey County. Attempts to purchase alcohol at convenience/liquor stores were met with negative results. All 4 subjects cited were at Restaurant/Bar locations in the City of Salinas and Carmel Valley. Cited were 54-year-old Carlos Zarazua, 52-year-old Diego Gonzalez-Reyes, 33-year-old Juanita Galvez and 22-year-old Cassandra Rios. Clerks who sold to a minor face a minimum fine of $250, and 24 to 32 hours of community service for a first violation. In addition, ABC may take administrative action against the alcoholic beverage license of the business where alcohol was sold ...

  Salinas, CA – The nomination period to qualify as a write-in candidate for offices going to election in the Primary Election runs Monday, April 6, 2026, through Tuesday, May 19, 2026.   To qualify, candidates must meet the requirements of office and file write-in candidate nomination forms. Nomination forms must be filed at the Monterey County Elections Office located at 1441 Schilling Place – North Building, Salinas, CA 93901. There are no filing fees or candidate statements, and the write-in candidate’s name will not appear on the ballot.   To schedule your appointment:     Call: (831) 796-1499, or     Email:  CandidateServices@countyofmonterey.gov   For more information, visit CountyofMonterey.gov/Elections or call (831) 796-1499. 

  Salinas, CA (March 30, 2026) — The Monterey County Probation Department invites members of the media and community dignitaries to attend the graduation of the first cohort of its life-skills and soccer pilot program at Juvenile Hall on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. The program, launched in January 2026 in partnership with the San Jose Earthquakes and The Twinning Project, combines structured life-skills development with professional soccer mentorship.   This unique collaboration brings a structured life-skills curriculum and professional soccer mentorship directly to youth in custody. Originating in the United Kingdom, The Twinning Project pairs professional football clubs with correctional facilities to deliver programs focused on personal development, teamwork, discipline, and positive pathways forward. The County of Monterey initiative represents a powerful example of community partnership and rehabilitation through sport.   The Twinning Project provided the ev...

  The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has made multiple arrests in what is being investigated as a murder of an inmate at the Monterey County Jail on Sunday, March 29. The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Abraham Camacho of Hayward. At about 10:00 AM correctional deputies entered a housing unit at the jail to conduct a safety check and provide meals to inmates. Deputies located an unconscious inmate who appeared to have been assaulted. Life-saving measures were initiated by deputies and jail medical staff. Paramedics and fire personnel arrived shortly thereafter and continued medical aid. Tragically, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives have arrested 21-year-old Romeo Tejeda Gonzales of Greenfield, 19-year-old Marwuy Jose Centeno Camacho of Soledad and 20-year-old Elijah Herrera of Salinas. Each has been booked for 187(a) PC, Murder; 182.5(a) PC, Gang Conspiracy and 186.22(a) PC, Criminal Street Gang Enhancements. Tejeda-Go...

SALINAS, CA, March 30, 2026 – The California Rodeo Salinas is excited to announce that rising country star Ashley Cooke has been added to the lineup for the 2026 Big Week Kick Off Concert, set for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Salinas Sports Complex. Cooke will join previously announced headliner Miranda Lambert and special guest Dylan Scott for what is shaping up to be an unforgettable night to launch Big Week. The addition of Cooke brings even more star power to an already highly anticipated concert, giving fans the chance to experience one of country music’s fastest-rising female artists live in Salinas. “Ashley Cooke is one of the most exciting new voices in country music right now,” said Mandy Linquist, marketing manager for the California Rodeo Salinas. “Adding her to this lineup takes an already incredible night and makes it even more special for our fans.” Tickets for the Big Week Kick Off Concert are on sale now at carodeo.com, with prices ranging from $60 to $100. Fans are ...