Good morning, Salinas.

On March 13, NCFPD unveiled new high-water rescue equipment at Pajaro Park after recent flood relief efforts improved community readiness.

The new gear includes a state-first Acela Monterra GL truck + motorized rescue boat and is now stationed at Elkhorn Road to support trained local rescuers.

Pajaro Valley Unified School District is teaming with Cabrillo College, UCSC & CSUMB at the recent K-16 Health & Engineering Advising Summit to boost career readiness.

The partners will launch dual-enrollment pathways later this year to connect students with jobs in health care and engineering.

Liza Horvath (a longtime estate planning expert) advises blended families on splitting estates fairly and explains how to obtain informational death certificates for family records.

Her guidance helps local families avoid conflicts and access vital information through county offices.

Monterey County has dedicated a COVID memorial garden at the Government Center that will honor nearly 940 residents lost to the virus and community heroes through a colored glass art installation by local artists Shelby and Taylor Hawthorne — representing the county’s five supervisorial districts for remembrance and healing.

The author of 'The Other Side of Change' will speak at a luncheon benefiting the National Kidney Foundation today + local reporter Max Darrow interviewed the doctor on inspiring change.

Salinas girls soccer lost 2-0 to Quartz Hill in the CIF Division III finals, ending the team's bid to become Monterey County’s first state champion — a historic season that ended with a close loss.

Monterey Bay FC fell 3-0 to El Paso as it looked to boost its offense after suffering its second loss of the season.

The match was played earlier this week, leaving the club with a 0-2-0 record.

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.