Salinas
Morning News
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Latino families in Salinas will celebrate Dia de las Madres on May 10, which aligns with U.S. Mother’s Day this year. The tradition started in (1922) when journalist Rafael Alducin first urged a day to honor Mexican mothers. The Californian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monte Bella Elementary will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 8,000 sqft performing arts center—seating 200—with a 3 p.m. kickoff on Wednesday at 1300 Tuscany Blvd. Student groups like the Aztec Dancers and Guitar ensemble will perform as district leaders invest $8 million to boost local arts. Monterey Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three athletes, JT Byrne, James Milovale, and Salinas High grad Jeff Weimer, were invited to NFL rookie mini-camps over the past weekend. Weimer gained attention after recording 75 receptions for 1,016 yards at Idaho State. Monterey Herald
- ➤ The Wildflower Experience at Lake San Antonio brought together athletes and families for a weekend of triathlons, camping, and entertainment. The event featured on-road races, yoga, music, and an awards ceremony — designed to promote a healthy lifestyle among participants. KSBW
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Los Originales de San Juan and CLAVE AR
9 p.m. — Hacienda Mexican Grill — Buy your ticket on Ticketón — Experience a vibrant live performance from CLAVE AR, a Latin music band that fuses traditional rhythms with contemporary sounds.
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