Salinas
Morning News
Monday, January 26th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ SPCA Monterey County is offering one-day animal camps on select Saturdays and breaks for kids to learn pet care and enjoy hands-on activities. A special Pawsome Valentine’s Day camp is set for Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Claire Jacobson Learning Center + parents can register online. KSBW
- ➤ Local mothers launched Smartphone Free Kids Monterey Bay to encourage delaying smartphones until age 16 so children experience less screen time and more active play; over 200 families and 300 kids have taken the pledge following a screen-free day at Lover's Point. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Silicon Valley nonprofit launched a 3-D printing and entrepreneurship program in 10 Monterey and Santa Cruz schools today to teach students design, business skills, and teamwork — the year-long course includes a $900,000 scholarship drive offering $900 to each eligible low-income student. KSBW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gardening columnist Tom Karwin explains how to use AI with traditional methods for scheduling plant care and maintenance, offering clear tips for managing salvia plants (from evergreen to deciduous) and lemon trees. He helps local gardeners plan tasks so their gardens stay healthy. Monterey Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nayeli Gil-Silva, recovering from an ACL injury last season, is averaging nearly 17 points a game & nearing the Alisal girls basketball all-time scoring record at the school where fans watch every game. Monterey Herald
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James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash
7-11 p.m. — Fox Theater — Event pricing not listed — Experience the authentic live sound of Johnny Cash’s legendary music performed by James Garner and his talented band.
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Carlos Daniels Tribute to Juan Gabriel
8 PM – 12 AM — Fox Theater — Tickets from $132 — Experience a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Juan Gabriel by Carlos Daniels.
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