Good morning, Salinas.

Pajaro Valley Golf Club marks 100 years with centennial celebrations, including a September half-day party with food trucks, live music, and giveaways.

The club will also begin a $10+12M renovation to reduce turf and water use while preserving its historic charm.

Miranda Lambert will headline the California Rodeo Salinas Big Week Kick Off Concert Saturday, July 11 at the Salinas Sports Complex.

Rising country artist Dylan Scott will open the show before the rodeo runs from July 16 to 19.

On July 4, Seaside opened a time capsule buried in 1976 by the Kiwanis Club, revealing a Playboy magazine, beer, and deteriorated newspapers.

The city — which will rebury the capsule with new artifacts to open on America's 300th birthday in 2076 — now seeks community suggestions.

Today, Salinas introduced Sali (an AI assistant) to help residents find city resource details on salinas.gov, with the tool designed to reduce call volumes and wait times while translating over 75 languages.

A go-bag packing guide released on Monday, July 6 details essential emergency supplies for 72 hours—nonperishable food, water, a first aid kit, and a flashlight—to help local residents prepare for severe weather and power outages.

Mexico fans gathered at the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex yesterday to watch Mexico face England in the World Cup Round of 16, and although Mexico lost, fans kept their spirit high and said the team will return stronger next time (echoing community pride).

Big Hat BBQ

5-10 p.m. — Monterey County Sheriff's Posse — $15 no meal — Enjoy BBQ and dancing with live music to kick off Big Week and the California Rodeo.

Miranda Lambert Concert

5-8 p.m. — Salinas Sports Complex — Cashless venue — Experience the powerful voice of country rock star Miranda Lambert live in concert.

California Rodeo Salinas

Daytime and evening events — Salinas Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of professional rodeo with over 110 years of tradition in sunny California.