Salinas
Morning News
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Local surfers rescued six people when a small boat carrying a family nearly capsized near the Santa Cruz Lighthouse on Feb. 7 — before first responders arrived — 35 miles northwest of Salinas. The Californian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Compass Church in Salinas hosted its second annual Night to Shine prom on Feb. 14 to honor people with disabilities. Guests walked a red carpet + danced in a festive atmosphere that celebrated inclusion and belonging. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sabino Lopez donates his extensive archive of California labor relations, detailing UFW history and farm worker rights, to Stanford University — the move preserves a legacy of local labor activism from Salinas. The donation highlights decades of dedication to fair worker practices. Monterey County Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rickie Fowler's play at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am soured when he got a double bogey on the sixth hole Saturday, dropping him 12 over and out of the lead. Fowler said (his shoulder feels better) and he planned to play aggressively on Sunday. The Californian
- ➤ Ryo Hisatsune (23), a Japanese PGA Tour pro leading for a second straight week, shot a 5-under 67 on Friday, Feb. 14 at Spyglass Hill during the Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Known for a pre-shot water routine, he prepares to keep up his strong play in the coming rounds. The Californian
- ➤ Photos from the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am captured fans at the Triangle on Saturday morning when a PGA Tour photo booth let attendees snap fun pictures. Monterey Herald
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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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