Good morning, Salinas.

Firefighters are responding to a structure fire in the Corral de Tierra area today as Cal Fire confirmed one building is fully involved and help from agencies in Monterey+Salinas+Marina+Seaside is supporting efforts to contain the blaze.

Salinas Public Library officials said federal funding cuts to the state library will not interrupt local services because the $4,100 from the terminated grant is only a small part of their $5.9 million budget.

Deputy Librarian Tim Kuelker noted that although funding for some state programs will be reduced, the library has already received the necessary funds for fiscal year 24/25.

A new boys’ volleyball ranking lists Santa Cruz as the top team followed by Harbor—Soquel—Monterey—Carmel—Alisal—Hollister—Palma—Seaside—Rancho San Juan, while Salinas, York, Alvarez, Watsonville and San Lorenzo Valley are on the bubble.

Carmel graduate Brenna Ozel helped Cal State LA win the Sonoma State Invitational in Santa Rosa by finishing in the top 18 at a course where she played during her four years at Carmel—she transferred to pursue her master’s degree.

Seaside native Jamaree Bouyea made his first NBA start for the Bucks last Sunday in a 140-133 overtime win over the Detroit Pistons, scoring a season-high 15 points during 47 minutes of play.

He recorded seven assists and signed a two-way contract after his time with the NBA G League’s Austin Spurs, and the Bucks will now face the Pacers in the playoffs.

Salinas Food Truck and Fly In

11 AM - 3 PM — Salinas Municipal Airport — Free entry — Enjoy local food trucks and aviation displays while exploring the world of flight.

9th Annual Job & Resource Fair

6:30 PM — Manzanita County Park — Free entry — Connect with over 50 employers at one of the largest job fairs in Monterey County.

9th Annual Job & Resource Fair

1:30 AM — Hartnell Park — Free entry — Connect with over 50 employers ready to hire at one of Monterey County's largest job fairs.