Salinas Local News – Monday, July 7th, 2025

Salinas Morning News

Monday, July 7th, 2025

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Fiona Mackenzie from Carmel has released a new thriller titled Murder in Pebble Beach—Mystery in The Club, Book One, which tells how rich Conrad Worthington is in the hospital after a car crash and then goes missing. The book includes a prologue written by actress Katherine Kelly Lang and is available in local bookstores and online. Monterey Herald

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ Tom Karwin’s column gives simple steps for growing garden perennials that thrive in our coastal climate—he explains when to plant, water, prune, and divide these plants. He also notes that UC Master Gardeners will host a free Native Plant Bootcamp at 719 Old Stage Road on Aug. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Salinas to share more tips. Monterey Herald

SPORTS NEWS

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SALINAS EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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 REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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SALINAS JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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SALINAS ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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