Good morning, Salinas.

Monterey County celebrated Free Speech Week after the Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution on Oct.

21 and high school students will attend MisInfo Day on Oct. 24 to learn about media literacy. In Salinas, Fremont Elementary reopened its rebuilt campus on Oct. 15 while a Seaside resident prevented a house fire on Oct. 18 by quickly calling 911.

Santa Rita Elementary School replaced its century-old Indian mascot with a new hummingbird mascot due to a state mandate passed last year.

The board voted at a recent meeting after months of research by students and staff — and the new mascot will be officially unveiled in November.

Local schools from Monterey Bay are competing to design robotics and AI tools to help farmers.

Four schools will receive $20,000 grants for two years to join the Farm Robotics Academy—proposals are due Oct. 30.

Rancho Cielo, a school started over 25 years ago for young probationers by Judge John Phillips, has grown into a multi-building campus that offers programs from culinary arts to auto restoration—serving local youth and hosting a sold-out anniversary party on October 25.

The school works with county and community partners to help over 2,250 students build a new path to a career and a better life.

Monterey County Health Department presented a pilot program on Oct.

21 at the Alisal Health Clinic in East Salinas to hire a trilingual interpreter, community health workers, and a social media intern to serve indigenous language speakers—staff are also getting cultural training to improve care, and new hires are expected by the end of the year.

Real estate data shows Monterey County homes had a median listing price of $1,282,250 in September, a 1.3% drop from last month, with typical homes measuring 1,817 square feet at $721 per square foot — new listings increased by 13% to 226 compared to last September.

The San Francisco Giants are finalizing a deal to hire Tony Vitello as their next manager—Vitello began his coaching career with the Salinas Packers and led Tennessee to a College World Series win in 2024, and he will be the first college coach to make the jump to the majors without pro experience. The team hopes his leadership can boost their performance after an 81–81 season.

Luis Angel The Skinny in Salinas

8 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electric atmosphere as Luis Angel The Skinny takes the stage for an unforgettable night of regional music.

Life In The Fast Lane - A Tribute To The Eagles

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic rock hits of the Eagles performed by a talented tribute band.