Good morning, Salinas.

Salinas leaders celebrated the grand opening of the Hebbron Family Center today as U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Speaker Robert Rivas, and Mayor Dennis Donohue welcomed community members to the new facility.

A King City kindergartner was overjoyed on Friday when his Marine dad returned from a seven-month deployment outside his school, where he was warmly greeted by the Camarena family (including his mother and grandmother) as he remarked he was happy because he ate pizza.

Monterey County officials will discuss tougher enforcement measures against unpermitted roadside taco vendors at a meeting today in Salinas, following nearly 225 health-related complaints.

Proposed actions include seizing equipment + vehicles to prevent unsafe food practices.

FORTAG construction this week in Del Rey Oaks is advancing the first segment of its path along Canyon Del Rey Boulevard between Carlton Drive and Frog Pond Wetland Preserve, with ongoing sewer pipeline excavation and landscape improvements at Work Memorial Park.

During Cervical Health Awareness Month, doctors at Kaiser Permanente Salinas urged regular Pap smears and HPV vaccination to prevent cancers caused by the virus.

Dr. Nazanin Ahmadieh noted the vaccine protects against six cancer types—including anal, throat, and vaginal—and is recommended for ages 9 to 45.

Costco is recalling its mini beignets because a mislabeling error led some units to possibly contain undeclared tree nuts that pose allergy risks.

Items were sold from Jan. 16 to Jan. 30 across several states including California.

Herm Edwards, a native of Seaside (Monterey High grad), recalled his Super Bowl XV game with the Eagles when he spoke in his Carmel gym.

He said his NFL journey taught him to stay true to his roots as he prepares to share his football knowledge on TV.

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.

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.

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.