Salinas Local News – Saturday, July 5th, 2025

Salinas Morning News

Saturday, July 5th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Castroville unveiled a new sign this week—keeping the Artichoke Center of the World identity intact—that hangs above Merritt Street with an artichoke replacing the letter in its name. CalTrans led the project and will add final touches to the sidewalk supports on Merritt Street soon. KION

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Cal Fire responded early Friday morning to a wildfire burning near Tres Pinos, with initial reports estimating the fire at 5 to 7 acres. Updated reports said firefighters stopped the flame's forward progress at about 25 acres — crews strengthened containment lines to extinguish hot spots. KION

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Luke Rossi, a former all-county quarterback who shined in baseball at the College of San Mateo, will play baseball next spring at Youngstown State + he hit .384 with 41 RBIs and six homers last season, earning high expectations for his new role. Monterey Herald

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SALINAS EVENTS

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California Rodeo Salinas

6 PM - 11 PM — Salinas Sports Complex — Cost info not available — Experience California's largest rodeo with over a century of tradition and excitement.

Thu, 7/17/25

Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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IndyCar Grand Prix of Monterey - Saturday

9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Tickets available — Experience thrilling IndyCar action at the iconic Laguna Seca track.

Sat, 7/26/25

Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Watsonville Strawberry Festival Kickoff

Evening — Watsonville City Plaza — Cost details not provided — Experience the excitement with live entertainment and carnival rides as the festival begins.

Thu, 7/31/25

Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Annual Watsonville Strawberry Festival

11 AM – 8 PM — Watsonville City Plaza — Fun Run Registration Required — Experience carnival attractions and delicious strawberry treats at a family-friendly event.

Sat, 8/2/25

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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SALINAS ANNOUNCEMENTS

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