Good morning, Salinas.

In 2024, Monterey County visitor spending reached $3.1 billion — a 5.7% increase from 2023 that brings spending near pre-pandemic levels.

Today, the owners of Butter House in Seaside confirmed they will open an American-fusion restaurant in downtown Monterey, with renovations expected to take a few months.

Julie Kelly has built strong community connections by mentoring new teachers and serving on school committees—a commitment that supports student advocacy in the classroom and beyond.

Dave Stroud, a stroke survivor who suffered three strokes and was first treated at Methodist Hospital in 2021, now volunteers there by making therapy devices that help survivors improve their fine motor skills.

He attends a weekly support meeting where fellow survivors share their stories— his work has given him a new sense of purpose.

Former Salinas High and Cal player Nathan Martorella leads the Miami Marlins Double A team with 18 RBI, 17 walks and 8 doubles during his 44 games for Pensacola while he works to improve his batting average.

Ilijah Paul scored two goals — in the 36th and 67th minutes — as the Union beat Orange County 3-2 at Cardinale Stadium on Saturday in the Jägermeister Cup.

The team improved to a 2-0 bracket record and will face Oakland on June 28 to advance to the knockout round.

North Salinas' Clara Adams was disqualified from the state 400-meter final after spraying her shoes with a fire extinguisher—officials stated the action violated meet rules.

King City won its first ever CCS softball title on May 31 — the team scored two five-run innings to secure an 11-4 win over South San Francisco in the Division V final.

Palma lost 4-3 to Woodside in the Central Coast Section Division IV softball finals when a late rally fell short + both teams played with determination throughout the game.

ACP Compost Workshop & Demo Day

8 AM – 5 PM — National Steinbeck Center — Free entry — Explore innovative strategies in composting and organics recycling at this expert-led workshop.