Salinas
Morning News
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal State Monterey Bay earned the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification — a nod to its robust service learning and local partnerships. From 2024 to 2025, students logged over 82,000 volunteer hours at 471 sites, creating an estimated $2.8 million local impact. KSBW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new study called the Zero Emissions Shared Mobility Study outlines a plan for Monterey and Salinas to build mobility hubs that add car shares, EV charging stations, and *bike libraries* for zero-emission travel. Experts say the recommendations offer a blueprint for expanding shared transit in the region. Monterey Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salinas residents may be eligible for free federal tax preparation and filing through IRS-approved programs if their income meets set criteria. The services include Free File, fillable forms, and help from VITA and TCE so check your eligibility before filing. KSBW
- ➤ A new construction phase on SR-183 (Merritt Street) in Castroville will start this week, with sidewalk, curb, and roadway work planned from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on select blocks and minor delays expected; the $38 million project will finish by 2028. KSBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am will bring top golfers and amateurs to the Pebble Beach Golf Links, drawing fans from Monterey County and Salinas. More details (including the schedule) are to be announced soon. Monterey County Now
- ➤ The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am begins today at Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill with 80 players, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy & Justin Rose, set to start with clear skies and face forecast showers on Sunday. Monterey Herald
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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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Nb Ridaz Live at MI Hacienda
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hacienda Mexican Grill — No refunds — Get ready to vibe with Nb Ridaz in Salinas, it's going to be a night to remember!
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it.
~ Naval Ravikant
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