Good morning, Salinas.

Pile driving for the Canyon Del Rey segment of the Fort Ord Regional Trail project is taking place in Del Rey Oaks until Wednesday, with work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.—Carlton Drive will remain closed between Highway 218 and Work Avenue through April to allow safe construction.

Pacific Grove Middle School and Buena Vista Middle School near Spreckels were named 2026 California Distinguished Schools by state officials + they will be honored at an awards ceremony on April 24 in Anaheim.

Monterey County officials (board members) are considering dissolving three districts to form two unified school districts, with public hearings in Greenfield and King City.

Input will shape a plan to be recommended to the state board and may be voted on with changes in effect by March 2028.

Marina Coast Water District is set to restart a 30-year-old desalination plant in Marina, providing 300-acre-feet of water next year to support about 1,000 homes.

The project aims to boost drought resistance while reducing groundwater pumping for future growth.

Monterey Bay FC has named its first three players for the summer's inaugural women's team — the roster will build as the squad prepares for upcoming matches in the region.

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.