Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food pantries in Salinas report longer lines as CalFresh benefits remain on hold after SNAP expired. A UC Davis study found that over 80% of California elementary schools lost trees between 2018 and 2022—information that could affect school grounds. KAZU
- ➤ Palenke Arts, in collaboration with Monterey Peninsula College, held a Día de los Muertos celebration on November 3, inviting families to honor their ancestors through art and music — sharing photos, food, and keepsakes. The event included a special dedication of the ofrenda to board member Carmen Mexicano and reminded the community that remembering loved ones brings healing and life — a personal tribute to past generations. KSBW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Higher-than-normal tides are forecast to affect Monterey Bay over the next few days—local residents are advised to monitor weather updates closely. KSBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Social Security benefits for November started on November 3 and will be paid again on November 12, 19, and 26 while December payments will be issued on December 3, 10, 17, and 24 based on recipients' birth dates—SSA said a government shutdown will not delay any payments. The Californian
- ➤ Monterey Public Works has started electric street sweeping in San Lucas and Chualar after Monterey Bay Air Resources provided a grant, county supervisor Chris Lopez said the new machine will soon deliver the long-awaited service—meeting requests from local residents who have sought better street cleaning for years. KSBW
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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