Salinas
Morning News
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A three-alarm fire at a Monterey apartment near 800 Casanova Ave on Monday morning displaced nearly 90 residents, prompting All In Monterey County to collect essential donations; drop-offs are open at 225 Normandy Road in Seaside (noon–7 p.m.) and 482 Alvarado St. in Monterey (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). KSBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ DJ Neo Gallardo, a 17-year-old junior at Everett Alvarez, drowned Saturday at a popular swimming spot in Big Sur known as the Gorge, and his school mobilized counselors to support students during this difficult time. KSBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 14th annual Watsonville Film Festival runs from March 12 through 21 in Watsonville, Salinas, and Santa Cruz with 60 filmmakers showing art as resistance; co-founder Consuelo Alba said the festival will feature a March 14 summit — a panel and conversation — and an evening program for women. KSBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Salinas have jumped nearly 50 cents in the past week to about $3.48 per gallon as global oil market tension continues, and analysts warn prices could climb even higher if disruptions persist. KSBW
- ➤ Gas prices surpassed $5 a gallon yesterday when the average hit $5.20, the Auto Club reported amid refinery closures and seasonal fuel changes. Experts advised drivers to maintain vehicles and avoid quick acceleration (steps that boost fuel efficiency) as prices steadily climb. The Californian
- ➤ Gas prices have topped $5 for the first time in more than a year across all three Central Coast counties, with the Salinas area averaging about $5.40 a gallon on Monday according to AAA data. The rise follows military action in Iran impacting fuel costs. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSUMB is hosting a weeklong career fair from March 9 to March 13 at the University Center, linking students and job seekers with 240 local employers. Sessions include Agriculture today — General on March 11, Teacher/Education on March 12, and a graduate school fair on March 13. The Californian
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ CHISPA purchased the historic 295 Main Street for $3.5 million on Friday in downtown, with 50 local officials joining a ribbon cutting — marking its commitment to affordable housing and community preservation. Monterey Herald
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Nb Ridaz Live at MI Hacienda
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Jose Modesto Live Concert
9 p.m. — Hacienda Mexican Grill — Ticket required — Experience the passionate Latin music of Jose Modesto, an artist deeply rooted in his cultural heritage.
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