Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
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🎭 Culture
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.
🎓 Education
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.
🏈 Sports
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.
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.
🎉 Salinas Events
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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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