Salinas
Morning News
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peace of Mind Dog Rescue is planning a senior dog haven in Carmel Valley and is applying for a permit for a property at 8 El Caminito Road to care for up to 20 senior dogs — the nonprofit has addressed neighbor concerns by promising that dogs will not be outside after 10 p.m., the property will be cleaned daily, and an acoustic study will be conducted before a hearing. KSBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Swift was seen wearing a vintage Monterey Bay Aquarium t-shirt featuring sea otters during her Life of a Showgirl movie release in Salinas. The aquarium reported an influx of 13-dollar donations from Swifties since the movie release—supporting its ongoing sea otter rescue program. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal State Monterey Bay is investigating racist graffiti on dorm room doors in the Promontory housing complex after students reported slurs and profanity within the past week—university officials stated the incidents have been reported to Title IX and the University Police Department— and student leaders are urging stronger safety measures. KSBW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rancho Cañada Floodplain Restoration project in Carmel shifted from heavy equipment work in September to focus on planting and in-stream tasks; in October, workers will finish habitat structures, reseeding, and demobilize equipment to prepare the site for winter—steps to reconnect the Carmel River to its historic floodplain. Monterey Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local students will question California Supreme Court justices today at Colton Hall Museum in Monterey as part of a special session that begins at 9 a.m.—marking the first visit in over 45 years—and will learn about the judicial process with guidance from attorneys who spoke to schools prior to the event. Monterey Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Mexican free-tailed bat found on September 29th in the Cachagua area tested positive for rabies, and pets exposed to the bat were put into quarantine—no one was hurt. Officials say pet owners should keep their pets up to date on rabies shots and bring pet food indoors to discourage wildlife contact. KSBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carson Tidwell of King City football rushed for 213 yards and scored four touchdowns in his second straight game with over 200 yards as the Mustangs won their fourth match—Santa Catalina water polo player Quinn Connolly tallied 18 goals in two matches while several other local athletes received honorable mentions. Monterey Herald
- ➤ The Monterey Herald published its Top 10 football rankings on October 7 — the rankings list the season’s top teams and guide fans as they look ahead to upcoming games. Monterey Herald
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