Salinas
Morning News
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Salinas visit a pumpkin patch off Highway 68 and River Road as Halloween nears, where a safe, family-friendly space has grown into a cherished local tradition over four years. Owner Frank Devine said season passes let families hold events—like birthday parties—at the venue throughout the fall season. KSBW
- ➤ Residents near Gabilan Creek in Salinas are frustrated with homeless encampments and claim that city crews are cutting protected vegetation — nearly 400 signatures have been collected to demand a stronger preservation effort. Mayor Donohue said the city uses heavy equipment for maintenance but locals insist on more careful methods to prevent water pollution, fires and flooding. KSBW
- ➤ Rancho Cielo marked 25 years of serving youth in Monterey County, born from Judge John Phillips’ plan to help at-risk children learn new skills. The event in Salinas featured food, wine, and live music — a tribute to the program’s impact — as guests celebrated the progress made over the years. KSBW
- ➤ KSBW honored Grace Gonzalez—a talented graphic designer and project manager from Salinas who began her career there in 2003—after she passed away unexpectedly on October 22. She helped shape local broadcast visuals, including the Central Coast ABC logo and the KSBW 8 Presents: Waves of Change graphics, leaving a lasting legacy among her family, friends, and colleagues. KSBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Salinas residents are invited to honor Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by submitting photos and memories of their loved ones to a digital ofrenda; the holiday is observed on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 and gives families a chance to remember and heal. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rose Ferro Elementary School in Soledad was recognized by Innovative Public Schools as one of California's top-performing schools for closing opportunity gaps for Latino students, based on English language arts and math results—46 percent met or exceeded standards in English and 41 percent in math last school year. KSBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ As the federal shutdown continues, millions of Californians who depend on CalFresh may face cuts in November—prompting local food banks to prepare for a rise in demand. Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state will release $80 million in aid and deploy the National Guard if federal funds are not fully used. KSBW
- ➤ California State Parks announced Tuesday that veterans and active and reserve military members will receive free admission on Veterans Day to 143 parks including local sites like Henry Cowell and Pfeiffer Big Sur—an effort to honor their service. KSBW
- ➤ Despite the nearly month-long federal shutdown, the Social Security Administration said that Social Security and SSI payments will be delivered on schedule. SSI recipients will receive their November payment on Friday, Oct. 31 (with Social Security checks in November set by birth dates) while local offices remain open with reduced services due to furloughs. The Californian
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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.
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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.
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