Salinas
Morning News
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials will reduce lanes on Harden Parkway from Regency Circle to El Dorado Drive to address issues found in a Safe Routes to Schools survey that cited driver behavior and traffic speed as hazards for children walking and biking. The project will improve safe travel to school. Monterey Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Marco Lucido, a lawyer from Fenton and Keller in Monterey, explains that California employers can require arbitration agreements to resolve workplace disputes if the agreement meets enforceability standards (including employee consent, mutuality, and neutral arbitrator selection). He advises employers to consult a labor attorney before implementing these agreements. Monterey Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kristine Ware was introduced as the new executive director of California International Airshow Salinas — the first woman to lead the event as it prepares for its 45th show. The airshow will feature returning U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and new performers while bolstering its nonprofit foundation. KSBW
- ➤ Sand City's we.Mural Festival will paint a 1,000- to 1,500-sqft mural on Graniterock's building visible from California Avenue, with production set to begin in February and installation planned for March or April; the $80,000 project was approved after planning in 2025. Monterey Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, regular gas in California averaged $4.04 per gallon on Monday (up from $3.98 last week) while remaining about 41.6% higher than the national average and 4% lower than a year ago. The Californian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ King tides—bringing small animals closer to the tide pools—are occurring at Asilomar State Beach through February 2. Visitors are urged to avoid touching tide pool creatures or turning their backs to the ocean to prevent hazards. KSBW
- ➤ Local weather remains pleasant as warm afternoons are expected to rise toward record highs while a coastal flood advisory holds until Sunday noon to protect beaches and coastal businesses—cloud cover is set to increase Sunday and Monday before high pressure returns Tuesday. KSBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ California players — many from USC and UCLA — add local pride to Super Bowl 60 as the Seahawks and Patriots feature hometown ties that give local fans a reason to cheer. KSBW
- ➤ Cal State Monterey Bay's baseball team is the preseason favorite to win their fifth straight CCAA title even after 26 players graduated — the program will face tough competition in upcoming games. 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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Allison Wheeler - Winterspring featuring Alex Sjobeck
7-9 p.m. — Wendi Kirby Music LLC — Tickets available — Experience an intimate evening of jazz with vibrant performances from emerging talents.
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~ Socrates
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