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Sunday, September 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Monterey Jazz Festival began on Friday with standout sets by Gregory Porter, Christian McBride and Grace Kelly at the Monterey County Fairgrounds+ Interim director Bruce Labadie has managed the downsized lineup as the festival continues through today with more acts scheduled.  Monterey Herald

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday that PG&E and other utility customers will receive a climate credit on their October bills as part of a program that began in 2015—rebates average about $58 for PG&E customers. The credit will be increased in 2026 by new laws aimed at lowering electricity costs and supporting wildfire prevention.  Monterey Herald

SPORTS NEWS

  • Monterey Bay FC ended a nine-game winless streak Saturday when Watsonville native Adrian Rebollar scored a late goal to beat Sacramento Republic at Cardinale Stadium. The win moved the team out of last place in the USL Championships Western Conference—bringing them within three points of the final playoff spot.  Monterey Herald
  • In high school football, Rancho San Juan ended its 19 game losing streak with a 7 to 6 win over Harbor after a late defensive stand while North Salinas, King City, Seaside, Watsonville, Stevenson and Trinity played dramatic games that shifted their season outlooks — inspiring new hope for local programs.  Monterey Herald
  • College football teams Hartnell and MPC beat Contra Costa — closing their nonconference schedules with statement wins — and will enter their bye weeks with momentum.  Monterey Herald
  • The undefeated Scotts Valley beat the winless Soledad Aztecs 24-20 on Saturday with a late touchdown—leaving the young team struggling to finish, while the Greenfield Bruins fell 20-0 to San Lorenzo Valley as they failed to score on offense. Scotts Valley will host Stevenson next Saturday and the Bruins will visit Monte Vista on Friday.  Monterey Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • California International Airshow Salinas 2025

    7 p.m. – 10 p.m. — California International Airshow, Salinas — $15.00 to $625.00 — Experience thrilling aerial performances and family-friendly exhibits at California's premier airshow event.

    Fri, 10/3/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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