Good morning, Salinas.

The Monterey County Department of Emergency Management is hosting the Pajaro Emergency Preparedness Fair today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pajaro Middle School — visitors can meet local emergency responders, build go-kits, and learn safe tips — while enjoying food, music and raffles.

Cookie, a 15-year-old miniature horse rescued from a kill pen in Texas, was sworn in as the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Honorary Community Ambassador on Wednesday—she made her first official appearance at Salinas Farm Day on Thursday and will help build trust between law enforcement and the community at future events.

Retailers and restaurants are now offering pre-made Thanksgiving dinner kits to help busy families in Salinas get a stress-free holiday meal, and shoppers should order soon as supplies may sell out before Thanksgiving on November 27.

Options include complete turkey feasts and build-your-own dinners from names like Harry and David and Walmart — each providing a range of sides and portions — with orders available online.

The Cowboys high school football team beat Alisal on Friday in a playoff tuneup game—after 13 weeks of practice, the team showed progress despite several setbacks.

St. Francis Sharks coach Frank Galvan was awarded the Golden Whistle Award after turning the flag football program at his small school into the top-ranked team on the Central Coast.

He has coached the sport for over two decades and led the team to 18 or more wins for the third straight season—helping the Sharks reach the inaugural CCS playoffs.

Palma capped its undefeated season with a 35-14 win at Hollister on Friday—improving its record to 10-0—and ended the regular season perfect.

Hartnell's men's and women's cross country teams advanced to state on November 7 — MPC's Hooper extended her season to keep competing, officials said.

Palma overcame a 2-1 deficit to win in five sets and reach the CCS Division V volleyball finals while Santa Catalina was knocked out by top-seeded Shasta Summit.

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.