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COMMUNITY CITY
BY RYAN CRONK
KING CITY RUSTLER
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ly and those with disabilities who often have
to traverse the roadway. Many of the street
ing City earned a 3 out of 5 bloom rating corners also do not provide adequate accessi-
and was specially recognized for its heritage bility or meet the standards of the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA).
preservation at the 2017 America in Bloom
Last year the council approved the City-
National Awards Program, the results of wide ADA Pedestrian Walkway Assessment
which were announced over the weekend at the annual Plan to “address these deficiencies in order to
support community-wide efforts to enhance
awards banquet in Holliston, Mass., on Oct. 7. pedestrian access and safety,” according to
City Manager Steve Adams. The project
“America in Bloom is helping towns and cities of all sizes achieve was split into three phases, the first of which
their potential,” said Laura Kunkle, executive director of America in was submitted for federal funding through
Bloom. “Every year our participants raise the bar, and the accomplish- the Community Development Block Grant
ments and progress shown by this year’s group is again remarkable. (CDBG) program.
These are, without a doubt, some of the best places to live in America.” The City of King’s grant application, how-
All participants were evaluated on six criteria: overall impression, ever, narrowly missed the cutoff score to be
environmental awareness, heritage preservation, urban forestry, land- awarded CDBG funds, which focus on cen-
scaped areas and floral displays. sus block groups of areas where 51 percent or
American in Bloom judges Sue Amatangelo and Laurie Waller visit King
(See BLOOM, page A10) City in June to evaluate the community’s efforts in beautifying the city. (See SIDEWALK, page A10)
COMMUNITY
ITEMS SOUGHT TO SEND TO HURRICANE-STRICKEN PUERTO RICO
STAFF REPORT Maria, the strongest storm to make destroyed. It is simply under a huge children, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and seal it. Place the boxes on the
landfall there in more than 85 years. remodeling job. Our people will rise soap, towels, shampoo, hairbrushes, Greenbergs’ porch at 143 Villa Drive
KING CITY — King City resi- Ana Greenberg, a native of and it will be a great island to visit light blankets, sheets, pillows, cov- in King City.
dents Bruce and Ana Greenberg are Puerto Rico, is reaching out to her again. With your help, we can get ers, mosquito netting and any other For more information, call Ana
collecting items from the community people. them there.” items needed to survive. Greenberg at 831-776-3886.
to send to Puerto Rico, which was “This is what we feel is right The following items are needed: Anyone who would like to con- “Your donations will be greatly
devastated last month by Hurricane to do,” she says. “Our island is not shoes, clothes for both adults and tribute can pack the items in a box appreciated,” she says.
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STATE
OPINION
Adulting is tough Make
between the tow truck and her car.
Her skills moved into action and
The next day it was all systems
go with the tedious calls around to
we need to let her figure things out
and learn as she goes. In this case, California
great again
she fetched her rescue bag to be the tedious places. Her insurance, I watched as she handled every-
first responder to the injured party, the tow truck driver’s insurance, thing, though it was difficult to
“I
’m done adulting today,” immediately calling 911 to get an the rental car place, the body shop. just stand by and not assist.
she tells me, her 23 year ambulance. He was complaining “It wasn’t my fault, so it She did masterfully well
old face vividly remind- of back pain and his blood pres- shouldn’t go against me on my though and got everything handled
ing me of a tired 2 year old I once sure was high. insurance, right?” And, oh boy, quickly and efficiently. Adulting
knew. Husband and I looked at The police arrived and cleared I hope she is right; but insurance is tough and they don’t teach you
each other with a knowing smile the scene. What on earth was a can be such a blindingly tricky any of that stuff at school. It’s ‘trip
that said “This sucks for her, but tow truck driver — a professional thing, you always have doubts as you go’ for the life stuff such
it’s also good for her …” driver, no less — doing not paying about whether the right thing is as the tedious insurance calls and
She had been returning home attention on a freeway, so much going to happen or not. “Voice- the dealing with voicemails, not to
from college in the evening, fully so that he drove into the back of mail again, urgh!” she grinded, mention the handling of an injured
decked out in her EMT uniform. parked cars? The mind boggles getting more and more frustrated party if that is the line of working
N
It was just another unremarkable and I’m sure the Highway Patrol with the process. you are training for. ew news: It was Speaker Jeff Gor-
trip on 101 freeway southbound wondered the same thing. “You need to go to the doctor Though her neck and shoulder man, vice chair of Mo Co Repub-
towards home. The traffic ahead I was heading back from a and get checked out,” we urged, muscles were bruised, she will lican Party’s recent luncheon, and
had stopped for an accident. She marvelous Coldplay concert at watching her whirlwind around ultimately be fine and move on his topic, “Make California Great Again.”
stopped. Next thing she knows she Levi Stadium. It’s late and I get a the place trying to get where she down the road she is traveling Addressing the membership of So Mo Co
can see a truck barreling in the text, “Mom, can you talk?” That is needed to go primarily, which with renewed expertise for that Republican Women Federated, he went on
direction of her rear end, followed likely never a good text to receive was to the rental car place to get a particular type of life situation. to explain. If all would vote for the same
by a tow truck that ploughed right late at night. She told me what driveable car. A tow truck arrives It’s a tough pill to swallow, but candidate, although several are running,
into the truck. Just the sort of had happened, that she wasn’t to drag away her injured car and an important one. Just glad, as it improves the chances a Republican will
thing you never want to witness in severely hurt — just her back and she was soon on the road again her mother, that she wasn’t more be governor. To get behind John Cox of
your rear-view mirror. neck hurt — but that her car was to the doctor’s in something that severely hurt. San Diego or Travis Allen of Huntington
She braced her body for the smashed. I reassured her it was had a trunk you could open and Beach and support one is Gorman’s goal
impact. Slam, crash, crunch just a car and that is why we have working tail lights. Lucy Jensen is a local Realtor. for 2018.
— and all of those other awful insurance. I was very proud of her “I should have gone with her,” Her daughter is training to be an Old news: Timing and goals are
noises. She quickly jumped out of first responder skills, kicking in husband said as she left with the Emergency Medical Technician “Making King City Bloom Again.” On
the car and could see the elderly when she needed them in a situa- tow truck driver. “You know, take and doing her pre-requisites for Oct. 10, a Mayor’s Commendation hon-
driver behind her was in some tion when she could have fallen to her to the doctor or something …” the RN program. Contact her at oring Laurie Slaten and Phoebe Chaney
pain. He had been concertinaed pieces, but didn’t. He is always reminding me how Lumajen1@aol.com. at our City Council meeting. It appears
a great start has been noted with their
committee and working to making a
difference to bring back the bloom. New
H
ey, I finally got a promo- mental, physical, emotional, be- a suggestion of what that may be. have been assaulted on campus. It keep in mind the Annual Holiday Open
tion. OK, maybe it wasn’t havioral or structural. Most folks For me it was the dissolution of doesn’t have to be an assault, just Garden House. Find gift baskets and ar-
a real promotion. I did get that are affected by a disorder feel my marriage. I had hidden my the threat, expressed. rangements this Oct. 27-29. Just what you
a new name for my problem. I no as though they have all these prob- symptoms with alcohol. This is Why am I wasting your time want for your home and your business
longer have a disorder. Now I have lems. When you are 21 or 22 years not recommended. telling you about this problem? and owned over 20 years.
a syndrome. You see, a disorder is old and a career soldier you cer- The reason I’m expressing this So that maybe you know some- New news: An invitation arrived from
“a psychological pattern associat- tainly don’t want to show anyone problem is because of the shooting one who shares these nightmares Officer Bernal about our block party
ed with distress or disability that how you really feel. It would have in Las Vegas. There were thou- who you can just give a hug. held Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and
occurs in an individual and is not detrimental effects on your report sands of young impressionable at- Hugs don’t cost very much, but asking us to join in and meet our council
a part of normal development or card. Anyway, I am happy that I tendees — by the way, the young they are without a doubt the least representative, our police officer and the
culture: A disruption of the disease am not carrying around a disorder are most susceptible — men and expensive way to show someone neighbors. Part of the program’s purpose
to the normal or regular functions all the time. women that were exposed to the you care. The people that suffer is to help reduce youth violence and crime
in the body or a part of the body.” Now a syndrome; I am not tragic results of being struck by a this syndrome don’t want to be to becoming neighbors friendly and as a
It has randomness, or non-order or much happier with this title but bullet or seeing someone else, per- different, they just want you to first with hope none would have to worry
no intelligible pattern. somehow, to me, it sounds better. haps their good friend, get mowed love them. They aren’t different about shootings and bring back safe
Most all the time I hated that I A syndrome is a term that refers down by a mentally deranged from any others except sometimes neighborhoods. Once we moved in on
had a disorder. Most folks look at to a disease that has more than one animal. These images will go they get depressed and sometimes Mildred Avenue, it was common that you
you different if you say you have identifying feature or symptom. away after a few days but they are show anxiety that is greater than know your neighbors and they knew you.
a disorder. Like a lot of soldiers To be perfectly honest there is not always there awaiting a traumatic the situation calls for. Give them New news: Making the King City
that went to war and saw sights much difference between them. event that will bring them back. a hug. Don’t say, “Thank you for Mustang Team look good again. Yes! The
that man is not programmed to see. The causal point can be anything Then they will have something your service.” And then treat them pride had returned, once we were held by
I’m talking about the children that that reminds you of a traumatic happen. “Why did I walk away?” the way you would treat anyone. the State. Listen to our games on KRKC,
were and still are being trained to point in your life or an ongoing they will say. This is the guilt syn- God Bless. where a team with Brett Slama giving
play by play action. Once the Greenfield
City Manager and his son is on the JV
team. Daniel Morales does the color, Is-
mael Rocha side lines, as both were Mus-
tangs. This week the King City Mustangs
had a set back 24-0 playing new league
Scott’s Valley, and the only team left in
Mission Division, undefeated. A 2017
Classic Car and King City High Home-
coming parade is here to look forward to.
New news: A City Council sub-com-
mittee was formed and recommends
urging the city’s congressional elected
officials to adopt legislation for residents
who qualify and enable those who are in
positions in DACA to continue to work
and live in the United States. For elected
officials to deferred action for child-
hood arrivals and to stay without fear of
deportation. Letters to be sent to Senator
Feinstein, Congressman Panetta and
Senator Harris. There are two living here
that have requested the Council to support
Dreamers in King City.
Old news: Election 2018 is coming
up for City Council Darlene Acosta and
Mayor Mike LeBarre. It’s becoming
complicated since we now hold district
elections. The choices for candidates I
may want, however, if not in my district,
I am unable to help. California is now a
Sanctuary State, what does that do? Does
that change bringing California back?
COMMUNITY
St. Francis, the patron saint of animals and the
environment, is remembered on October 4th. Once Food Safety Conference announces
Award of Excellence recipients
a child asked me at the Blessing of the Animals
whether his pet would go to heaven. In his eyes
I realized there was only one answer: “Yes, of
course!“ I think St. Francis would agree. Gonzales Subway and King City’s La Potranca earn nominations
Heaven is not earth, but we know that God is SUBMITTED ARTICLE reau of the Monterey County This year’s recipients are tance of Food Safety education
love. Heaven on earth is loving God and others. St. Health Department has an- Il Fornaio, Marina Donuts and to an informed workforce for
Paul said, “There are three things that remain, faith, MONTEREY COUNTY — nounced the recipients of its
Award of Excellence, a high-
Bagels, and Pacific Coast Care.
The announcement was
the restaurant and foodservice
industry, while at the same time
In recognition of September
hope, and love, and the greatest of these is love.” being designated as National light of the department’s Gold made at the ninth annual Food raising the public’s level of con-
Our pets trust us, look forward to seeing us, and Food Safety Education Month, Seal program for local retail Safety Conference. This year’s fidence in the industry’s com-
love us even when we don’t deserve it. At the very the Environmental Health Bu- food facilities. conference, “Hot Dogs for
Breakfast!”, highlighted the
mitment to food safety.
National Food Safety Month
least, I believe they will be in our hearts forever. regulation of pets and service was created in 1994 to heighten
St Mark’s Episcopal Church Gregory Alan animals in food establishments. the awareness about the impor-
Eckman
The Keynote Speaker was tance of food safety education.
Worship at 10 a.m. on Sundays Marni Flagg, Environmental The Monterey County Environ-
Sept 3, 1947- Sept 27, 2017 Health Specialist IV, supervi- mental Health Bureau has been
Fr. Carl Hansen, 805-975-9269 sor of the Consumer Health part of the conference for the
Greg Eckman passed away
301 Bassett St King City peacefully in his sleep early in the Protection Services program of past nine years.
morning of September 27th at the age the Monterey County Environ- Two South County food es-
of 70 with his son, Matthew Eckman, mental Health Bureau, which tablishments were nominated
and wife, Tonja H. Eckman by his
presented on animals in food for the Award of Excellence:
side. He was born September 3rd,
Tyrrell 1947 to James and Erma Eckman of establishments. Gonzales Subway (#12235) in
Cunningham Dryer Gonzales California. A native son
of the Salinas valley he attended school in Gonzales where in his
Also sharing the platform
was Bernard Carr of the Cali-
Gonzales and La Potranca De
Jalisco in King City.
Rochester, NY: October 6, 2017 sophomore year began a lifelong love affair with his wife Tonja. He
at age 95. Born August 2, 1922 in fornia Department of Food and Other food establishments
Rochester, Terry is predeceased by was a proud graduate of the University of California at Berkeley (GO
Agriculture, who presented on nominated were: Bi-Rite Mar-
his parents Joseph F. Dryer and Carol BEARS!) where he became a member of the Theta Chi Fraternity.
Rawleigh Dryer, his brothers Joseph F. After completing his undergraduate studies he completed his Masters egg safety and quality manage- ket, Burger King on Davis Road
Dryer, Jr. and Peter R. Dryer, and his in Public Administration. Shortly after he began his career in Human ment as it pertains to farmer’s in Salinas, Costco Wholesale
daughter Carol Ann Dryer (age 7). He Resources. His honest, fair and hard working attitude brought him markets and swap meets, and in Sand City, In-n-Out Burger
is survived by his daughter TerriLynn to the position of Human Resources Director for Monterey County.
Dryer Renner (Matt) of Oceanside, Cary Carmichael of Hobart (#99), Isidiro’s Taco Shop, Lou-
Soon Greg and Tonja welcomed their son Matthew and migrated
CA. Terry leaves his loving wife of Equipment, who presented on ie Linguini’s, Mexico Lindo
almost 50 years, Michele V. Dryer and to southern California to become the Human Resources Director
for Ventura County and the City of Thousand Oaks. In 1999, Greg food equipment maintenance. Deli, P.F. Chang’s Del Monte
their children Leora Dryer Grimshaw
(Mark), Michael Tyrrell Dryer and Matthew Rawleigh Dryer (Morgan). and Tonja moved to Peoria Arizona and Greg took a position as The conference marked the Center, Panda Express on Da-
He is also survived by their five grandchildren; Molly Grimshaw, Human Resources Director for the City of Peoria. An avid golfer, culmination of Monterey Coun- vis Road in Salinas, Taqueria
Brendan Grimshaw, Lilly Dryer, Brooklyn Dryer and Dax Dryer. Terry Greg loved Arizona. He became the beloved grandfather to his ty’s Food Safety Education 2 Gallos De Oro, Town Burger,
is also survived by his sister-in-law Nancy H. Dryer and his devoted granddaughter Taylor Eckman. Greg passes into the loving arms of
nephews, Joseph F. Dryer III (Mary-Ann) and their four children; James Month, focusing on the impor- and Yi’s Restaurant.
S. Dryer; and Gregory C. Dryer (Kim). his parents and brothers Glen and Tom, but will be sorely missed by
Although born and raised in Rochester, Terry had a life long love of his remaining family; wife Tonja, brother John, sister in law Linda,
the west. At age 16 he went to Arizona to complete high school and sister in laws Jane, son Matt, daughter in law Alicia, granddaughter
attend the University of Arizona. It is there that he learned the business
of ranching and became a professional rodeo calf roper and team roper.
Taylor, nephews Jim, Andy, Steve, Ron, Eric and Terry, nieces Jody, Camp Roberts to conduct helicopter training
Margie, Christie and all their extended families.
Over the years his business was developing ranches for the cattle Memorial Services will be held on October 28th, 11am at St. SUBMITTED ARTICLE times may shift due to weather.
livestock market in California.
Despite being a professional cowboy, Terry never left his Rochester Theodore’s Church, 116 South Belden St., Gonzales, CA 93926. Air operations may extend to 3
roots, spending every summer on Canandaigua Lake from childhood and SAN MIGUEL — U.S. Army a.m. on the morning of Oct. 18.
subsequently raising his family there. Upon retiring from ranching, Terry aviators will conduct helicopter The Army aviators will be
returned to Rochester with his family permanently in 1988.
A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 14th at 11:00am at St. training at Camp Roberts Oct. conducting an exercise at Camp
Thomas More Church, 2617 East Avenue, Rochester. A reception will 10-14 and again Oct. 16-18. Roberts and Fort Hunter Liggett
immediately follow the Mass at the Country Club of Rochester, 2935 Increased helicopter oper- with the U.S. Marine Corps.
East Avenue. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Terry’s memory may be
made to The Friendly Home 3156 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14618. To ations over the camp may be Camp Roberts, located near
share a memory of Terry, or to send a condolence to the family visit noticeable in surrounding areas Paso Robles, is the California
www.anthonychapels.com.
sometimes until 11:30 p.m. over National Guard’s primary train-
the training period, but flight ing post.
Manual C.
Rosales
Linda Marie McConner-Johnson 96 of King City, Calif.
Linda Marie McConner-Johnson passed away on Sunday, October
Manuel C. Rosales, 96 of King
8, 2017 at her daughter’s home in Sacramento, California.
City, passed away Tuesday,
Linda Marie, born February 3, 1943, in Fremont, Ohio was October 3, 2017 at Mee Memorial
an adventurous soul. At 18, she left Fremont to join the Navy. Hospital. He was born June 26,
Stationed in Washington DC and Jacksonville FL, she served her 1921 in Los Nietos, California.
country proudly until the birth of her first child. In 1968 she was He worked in labor for 31 years.
transferred to California where she met Allen Randle. They were He married the love of his life,
married in Richmond in 1969. Mom earned a BA in Liberal Studies Maria Rosales, on August 31,
from Cal State Hayward in 1977. She spent over 35 years doing 1948. They were married for 65
what she loved - teaching. She dedicated her life to her “kids” - years. He enjoyed making knots
teaching, advising, mentoring, and coaching basketball, baseball, for ropes and also creating knives.
cheerleading and even football. Mom taught in the Richmond He loved working downtown and
Unified School District for 12 years. In 1992, she moved to visiting family every day. His passion was horses. They reminded him
Greenfield, California to teach middle school and in 1999 transferred of his youth. As the years passed he became a member of the second
to Soledad High School where she retired in 2010. floor long-term unit at Mee Memorial Hospital. There he enjoyed daily
activity functions. He will always be remembered for always talking
Linda is survived by her children and their spouses, Barbara & Don
about his past; the stories of his life and childhood memories. He also
Fleming, Brenda & Donald Dozier, Michelle Cisco and Anthony
enjoyed attending family parties and dancing and listening to music.
& Esperanza Randle, Sr., and siblings Russell Hagerty Jr. and Sue
He was a member of the local Teamsters Union in Salinas. He was
Wisbon and nephew, Shane Wisbon. She was predeceased by her
also a member of the UFW (United Farm Workers).
parents Russell & Phyllis Hagerty, Sr.
Manuel is survived by his daughters, Eloisa Garcia (Margarito), Celia
Linda has a large family that she loved dearly. Rosales, Juana Martinez (Alvino), Esther Miranda (Napoleon), Josefina
Rosales, Laura Rosales, Brenda Argomaniz (Ed); sons, Refugio Rosales
Eleven grand kids: Trysha Mazzola (34), Joshua Dozier (31),
(Susie), Mario Rosales; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and
Walter Cisco Jr. (30), Lisa Cisco (28), Anthony Randle Jr. (23),
great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Maria
Kayla Cisco (22), Tatianna Randle (21), Nicole Dozier (19), Lacey
Rosales (2013); his sons Jose A. Rosales (1999) and Manuel Rosales
Cisco (18), Donald Fleming (17), and Elijah Randle (7). She has
(2016); grandchild, Cristian Rosales (2017).
seven great-grand babies: Makaii Cisco (11), Khaleb Canchola
A Visitation is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with an Evening Ser-
(9), Aalyiah Fatu (8), Walter Cisco III (6), Semaj Cisco (3), Kal-El
vice at 7 p.m., Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the Comunidad Christiana
Dozier (2) and Mason Mazzola (debut 2018).
de Fe Church, 1200 Broadway, King City. A Funeral Mass will be
We are forever greatful to her friends & loved ones that touched her held, 10 a.m., Friday, October 13, 2017 at St. John’s Catholic church,
life. Special thanks to Kayla Cisco, Jordan Oliviera, and Michelle 504 N. Third St., King City. Burial will follow in the King City District
Cisco for the care and kindness given to mom everyday. Cemetery.
Mom was a proud Navy veteran, she will be laid to rest with full Arrangements were entrusted to Eddington Funeral Services, 429 Bas-
military honors. sett St., King City, (831) 385-5400, www.EFS-Cares.com .
MILITARY
NOTES
Tickets
U.S. Air Force Airman
Ezequiel S. Vasquez graduated
from basic military training at
Joint Base San Antonio-Lack-
Start at 15!
land, San Antonio, Texas.
He completed an intensive,
eight-week program that in-
cluded training in military dis-
Restrictions, availability limits and additional charges may apply.
cipline and studies, Air Force
core values, physical fitness and
basic warfare principles and
OCT 19 – 23
skills. Airmen who complete
basic training also earn four
credits toward an associate in
applied science degree through
the Community College of the
OCT 25 – 29
Air Force.
Vasquez is the son of Lucio
and Maria Vasquez of Green-
field. He is a 2014 graduate of
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LOCAL BRIEFS
2 arrested after narcotics-related search warrant THE JUSTICE CORNER
Choices
SUBMITTED ARTICLE controlled substance and violation of pro-
bation. His bail was set for $10,000.
GREENFIELD — On Sunday, Oct. 8, a Alexis Riley was arrested for child en-
narcotics-related search warrant was served dangerment and possession of controlled
in the 100 block of 11th Street in Green- substance paraphernalia. Her bail was set BY CAPT. ALLEN ROWE
field. for $50,000. KING CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Greenfield Police Department, with Anyone with narcotics information is
O
assistance from the Soledad Police Depart- asked to contact Greenfield Police Officer ur lives are determined by the choices we
RILEY PENA
ment and the State of California Parole, Justin Mattke at 831-233-1302 or Sergeant make each and every day. Have you ever
served this warrant as part of an ongoing child endangerment charges were filed. Corey Smith at 831-324-5675. Callers who wondered how many decisions or choic-
narcotics investigation. The search yield- Hilario Jimenez Pena was arrested for want to remain anonymous should contact es you make in a single day? The actual number
ed evidence of drug sales. In addition, maintaining a drug house, possession of a WeTip at 1-800-78-Crime. may surprise you. It is estimated that an adult
makes about 35,000 remotely conscious decisions
each day (in contrast, a child makes about 3,000).
Amazingly, a study at Cornell University showed
Dispute leads to man’s arrest for possessing assault rifle over 225 decisions a day just about food alone.
We all have been given a free-will and make an
SUBMITTED ARTICLE ties armed themselves with a session of a loaded unlawful charges of unlawful possession untold number of choices in life about what to eat,
BB gun. assault rifle that did not have a of an assault rifle and altered wear, buy, believe, what job to take or leave, who
KING CITY — On Oct. 7 at Upon the officers’ arrival, serial number. serial number on an assault ri- to vote for, who we spend time with, who we date
about 4:30 a.m., officers from the person who armed him- Ortega did not threaten or fle. and marry, what we say and how we say it, what
the King City Police Depart- self — later identified as Mar- brandish the weapon at anyone Anyone with information we name our kids, who we allow our kids to hang
ment were dispatched to the tin Ortega, 22, of King City during the verbal argument. in regards to this case is en- out with, and on and on the list goes.
600 block of Sycamore Street — had put the weapon down. He was cooperative during the couraged to call the King City Every decision we make in life carries certain
in regards to a domestic verbal The ensuing investigation de- investigation and taken into Police Department at 831-386- consequences — both minor or major, good or
dispute where one of the par- termined Ortega was in pos- custody without incident on 5980. bad. The ability to choose is incredible and power-
ful, and it is therefore important that we make the
right decisions about the choices in our lives. Each
POLICE BRIEFS major decision we make can potentially affect the
very course of our lives. I have often told friends
Note to readers: Information in school on S. El Camino Real. minor with a danger to self submitted Oct. 6 I believe I could lay my life out on butcher block
Police Reports is obtained from the 2:05 p.m. Found property on Oak for 72 hour mental health evaluation 6:41 a.m. Misdemeanor warrant paper, and trace my path based on both the good
local Police Departments. Individu- Av. on 9th St. on San Antonio St. and bad choices I have made. I can see the valleys
als listed in Police Reports who have 3:56 p.m. Non injury traffic colli- 8:41 a.m. Student beating up an-
and mountain tops, the happy and sad times, the
been charged with a crime have not sion on Elm Av. SOLEDAD other student on Main St.
been proven guilty in court. 6:48 p.m. Runaway juvenile on Oct. 1 11:58 a.m. Sexual harrassment times of great joy and great pain. Ultimately they
Elm Ave. 10:13 a.m. Citizen was under the on Benito St. have brought me to the place I am at personally,
KING CITY 7:39 p.m. HMA arrested for DUI influence of alcohol in a public place 6:21 p.m. Possession of con- professionally, spiritually, physically and financial-
Sept. 25 with .08 plus on 7th St. on Andalucia Dr. trolled substance on Monterey St. ly — and virtually all were a result of a decision or
9:38 a.m. Juvenile truancy report 11:54 p.m. HWA arrested for 7:39 p.m. Violation of protection choice I made.
on the 600 block of Meyer St. DUI on Franscioni Dr. Oct. 2 order on Monterey St.
As a community we also make choices. Do we
10:02 a.m. Vandalism report on 1:47 p.m. Expired registration on 11:09 p.m. Violation of parole on
400 block of Bassett St. Sept. 29 Crestfield St. Front St.
fund a new project or not, vote to authorize a tax
11:46 a.m. Arrest report on 700 12:32 a.m. HMA arrested for 3:20 p.m. Dead body found on increase for a certain reason, vote to elect one can-
block of Broadway St. DUI on Oak Av. Pine St. Oct. 7 didate over another, support this program or that
4:32 p.m. Vandalism report on 8:32 a.m. Traffic enforcement 7:32 p.m. Battery on person on 9:17 p.m. Driving without a li- program, etc. As time passes each of these choices
400 block of Bassett St. stop conducted on a vehicle for minor Palm Av. cense on Apex St. can be tracked and time will tell whether they were
traffic violation on Pinnacles Av. 8:11 p.m. Theft on Market St. right or wrong, helpful or harmful.
Sept. 26 9:15 a.m. Vandalism on Morris Oct. 8
8:51 p.m. Theft report on 400 Av. Oct. 3 4:57 p.m. Shell casings found on
As it relates to the safety and quality of life
block of N. Vanderhurst Av. 10:49 a.m. Battery on person. 2:25 a.m. Suspect pulled over for street and bullet impacts to residence we want for our community, it will be decided by
11:40 a.m. False ID to officer on vehicle check found to have outstand- on Prado Dr. the choices we make regarding these issues. Do
Sept. 27 Apple Av. ing warrant on Market St. we choose to accept the scourge of gang violence
9:01 a.m. Found property report 11:45 a.m. Gang contact on Palm 7:47 a.m. Driving without a li- GONZALES or do we take a stand. Do we choose to stand
on 200 block of Rio Vista Dr. Av. cense on Gabilan Dr. Oct. 1 up or stand down against gang violence. Do we
2:39 p.m. Missing person/recov- 4:22 p.m. Traffic enforcement 9:35 a.m. Vehicle towed for ex- 12:59 a.m. Juvenile issue on Cab-
ery report on 700 block of Broadway stop on a vehicle for traffic violation pired registration more than one year ernet Dr.
choose to embrace the families whose loved ones
St. on Palm Av. on San Antonio St. 12:38 p.m. Abandoned vehicle have been killed because of gang violence or do
8:50 p.m. Injury accident vehicle 11:08 a.m. Non injury traffic col- on 400 block of Alta St. we choose to let them suffer alone. Do we choose
Sept. 28 vs. parked vehicle on Apple Av. lision within city limits on San Vicent 10:22 p.m. Domestic dispute on to financially support programs to help steer our
10:54 p.m. Arrest report on 900 11:30 p.m. HMA arrested for Rd. 10th St. kids away from gangs or do we say it’s someone
block of Broadway St. possession of methamphetamine on 11:52 a.m. Past tense hit and run else’s problem. Do we offer a way out for gang
Oak Av. traffic collision between parked and Oct. 2
members who want to change or do we forever
Sept. 29 moving vehicles on San Vicente Rd. 1:42 a.m. Traffic stop for moving
10:13 a.m. Domestic battery re- Sept. 30 3:21 p.m. Individual too intox- violation finds driver under the influ- cast them out. It’s not about a hand out, but a
port. 12:03 a.m. DUI on Apple Av. icated in a public place on Main St ence on 5th St. hand up.
11:40 a.m. Dog bite on 700 block 12:08 p.m. Arrested for transpor- was arrested. 8:09 a.m. Driver found to have a Over the past four decades in law enforcement
of S. First St. tation of a controlled substance on 5:07 p.m. Vehicle displaying suspended driver’s license on 5th St. I have talked at length with gang members whose
1:37 p.m. Arrest report on 600 10th St. false registration on Fourth St. lives have been ruined, as well as the lives of
block of S. Vanderhurst Av. 2:24 p.m. Subject was throwing 5:54 p.m. Disturbance at resi- Oct. 3
others they have impacted. Many of these men and
9:06 p.m. Arrest report on 1100 objects and attacking mother on Pinot dence with individual having an out- 10:00 a.m. Officer dispatched on
block of Broadway St. Av. standing warrant on Montezuma Dr. call of possible drug paraphernalia on women feel a strong sense of guilt for how they
5:05 p.m. Five HMJ were con- 6:13 p.m. Officers dispatched to Elko St. have hurt their families. Some have overcome the
GREENFIELD tacted during a vehicle check and one assist CalFire on Kidder St for intox- 11:26 a.m. CPS referral on Cha- call of the streets and their homies, others have
Sept. 26 was taken into custody for possession icated male. blis Wy. not. You see they too have made choices — to stay
7:54 a.m. Vehicle abatement on of marijuana and drug paraphernalia 9:06 p.m. Male arrested for nar- or leave the gang lifestyle, to become a better per-
Palm Av. on Hicks Dr. Oct. 4 cotic violations, warrants on Alta St.
son or continue to victimize, to help their families
10:37 a.m. Juvenile issue on 300 7:19 p.m. Contempt for violence 12:00 a.m. Impounded vehicle on
block of Meadow Cr. protection on Huerta St. Gabilan Dr. Oct. 4 or hurt their families, to be better husbands and
1:36 p.m. Vehicle theft on Del 9:53 p.m. DUI on 5th St. 8:24 a.m. Vehicle displaying false 6:50 p.m. Probation compliance fathers, wives and mothers or to continue down the
Ponte Dr. registration on Oak St. check on 400 block of Alta St. dark road that ultimately will end in pain for all
6:33 p.m. HMA arrested, booked Oct. 1 1:15 p.m. Violation of parole on concerned.
and released for driving with a sus- 12:58 a.m. DUI on Apple Av. Front St. Oct. 5 Choices can forever change the course of our
pended license on Third St. 9:56 a.m. Two runaway juveniles 3:12 p.m. Expired registration on 2:08 a.m. Gang documentation
lives individually and as a community — for better
7:07 p.m. HMA found laying were located and returned to their par- Estrella St. on Day St.
face down, said he fell off his bike and ents on Oak Av. 4:21 p.m. Officers dispatched to a 9:28 a.m. Juveniles in possession or for worse, for good or for evil, for a strong
was drunk on El Camino Real. 2:36 p.m. HMA contacted for hit and run collision on Palm Av. of drugs and weapon on 400 block of community committed to improving the quality of
probation violation on 10th St. 7:21 p.m. Possession of con- 4th St. our lives in King City or a weak community who
Sept. 27 2:40 p.m. Non injury traffic colli- trolled substance on Iris Pl. 6:50 p.m. Suspect contacted in refuses to take a stand and make a difference.
6:28 p.m. Vehicle abatement on sion in the 200 block of 10th St. Gonzales Police Department sally What will it be?
11th St. 3:21 p.m. Adult male arrested for Oct. 5 port and found to be under the influ-
6:45 p.m. Vehicle theft on 9th St. traffic warrant on 10th St. 9:43 a.m. Parked vehicle towed ence of alcohol on 4th St.
11:10 p.m. HMA arrested for 7:13 p.m. DUI on Apple Av. for expired registration greater than
failure to appear warrant on Oak Av. 7:46 p.m. Spousal rape arrest on six years on Second St.
11:27 p.m. Driving under the in- 10th St. 12:30 p.m. Abandoned vehicles
fluence arrest on Oak Av. 9:47 p.m. Traffic enforcement on Toledo St.
See why
stop found driver to have a traffic war- 1:25 p.m. Contact made than
Sept. 28 rant on Oak Av. went against a restraining order on
10:43 a.m. HMA was contacted Fifth St.
millions trust
for child not wearing a seat belt found Oct. 2 2:26 p.m. Vehicle theft on Main
to have a suspended license on 10th 10:49 a.m. Vehicle abatement on St.
St. Palm Av. 2:43 p.m. Possession of unlawful
us for Home
11:02 a.m. HMJ arrested for dis- 2:41 p.m. HMA contacted and paraphernalia on Monterey St.
tribution of controlled substance on found to have two warrants for his ar- 10:23 p.m. Probation compliance
school grounds on S. El Camino Real. rest on 7th St. check found a concealed firearm on
& Auto.
1:00 p.m. Gang contact at high 8:18 p.m. BFJ mentally disabled Engstorm St.
AGRICULTURE
Hartnell College launches Innovation Farm at ranch
SUBMITTED ARTICLE stitution with agriculture-related ed- ture while also supporting innovative nity to work with Hartnell College stu-
ucation programs and services. The teaching and learning for Hartnell dents, faculty and staff in collaboration
SALINAS — How do you feed a college has strong relationships and academic programs. Located at Hart- with our industry partners to launch
hungry world of 9.7 billion people partnerships with the dynamic agri- nell’s Alisal Campus and the Hartnell the Innovation Farm at the Hartnell
by the year 2050? The answers lie culture industry in the Salinas Valley. Ranch, the Innovation Farm will be Ranch,” Pheasant said. “It is a venue
in agriculture science and technolo- With the support of the agriculture in- a space for innovation, exploration that will unite efforts with our neigh-
gy. Hartnell College is committed to dustry, the college has become a lead- and discovery that integrates science, boring UC Ag and Natural Resourc-
being a part of the innovation and cre- er in agriculture education and train- technology and engineering in sup- es; USDA ARS stations; the Western
ativity that will be needed to find solu- ing that supports the industry. port of the agriculture industry. Growers Innovation Center; and the
tions to this global issue and is proud There is currently an explosion of The goal is for the Innova- science and technology work of Unit-
to announce the launch of the Inno- innovation and creativity surrounding tion Farm to become a destination for ed Fresh Produce Association and the
vation Farm at the Hartnell Ranch at the intersection of agriculture, science agriculture innovation and learning Produce Marketing Association.”
1752 E. Alisal St. in Salinas. and technology, often labeled AgTech, where students have an opportunity to Pheasant added that it is also a
Hartnell Superintendent/President as part of the solution to address im- engage with and learn from educators, space that can leverage Hartnell’s de-
Dr. Willard Lewallen stated, “Career provements for growing, harvesting, scientists, technologists, growers, re- velopment of a Makers Space, K-12
opportunities in agriculture and re- distributing and all other components searchers and others involved in the STEM programs and extend to new
lated disciplines are growing and di- along the chain that ultimately puts dynamic agriculture industry. conversations with statewide initia-
versifying to meet the challenges of food on the table. Dr. Susan Pheasant, director of tives focusing on ag tech, internships,
feeding a hungry world. The Hartnell DR. SUSAN PHEASANT The vision of the Hartnell Col- Agriculture Innovation and Technol- apprenticeships and the diversity of
College Innovation Farm will be at lege Innovation Farm is to provide a ogy, will lead the development of the careers in agriculture instrumental to
the center of agriculture innovation tion for these careers.” physical and intellectual space that Innovation Farm. answering the challenge of feeding
supporting students in their prepara- Hartnell College is already an in- will support innovation for agricul- “I am honored to have the opportu- 9.7 billion people.
Farmers eligible to win $2,500 for local nonprofits UnitedAg hosts annual Health Benefits
Forums for agribusiness employers
SUBMITTED ARTICLE munities program will award are proud to partner with farm-
more than $3 million to nonprof- ers on this initiative to continue
CALIFORNIA — Nonprofit its across rural America in 2018. supporting nonprofit organiza-
organizations help rural com- These funds are being used tions important to them,” said SUBMITTED ARTICLE Panel and Teladoc.” ment and Emerging Leaders as
munities thrive, and farmers in to provide support to a variety Al Mitchell, Monsanto Fund Forum sessions included: well as Tom Amaro, president,
nearby counties have the op- of rural nonprofit organizations president. “Because of farmers’ SALINAS — “Converge the new Teladoc Challenge, the Pacific Ag Consulting; Debbie
portunity to help local organi- that reflect the makeup and char- commitment to the Grow Com- 2017,” UnitedAg’s fourth annu- first peek at the 2017 Health Adam, CFO and owner of In-
zations. Through the America’s acter of their local communities, munities program, their dona- al Health Benefits Forums, was Benefits Benchmark Report, novative Produce; Daniel Salas,
Farmers Grow Communities including food banks, emergen- tions have provided vital support held in Fresno, Santa Maria and information about the new Ag- chairman of the board of di-
program, sponsored by the cy response organizations, youth to organizations that make a last- Salinas, Sept. 26-28. Safe Partnership and opportuni- rectors, AgSafe; Alethea Lean-
Monsanto Fund, local farmers agriculture programs and many ing impact in local communities The program builds upon ties to learn about the UnitedAg dro-Farr, director at large and
can enroll for a chance to direct others. Since the program began throughout the U.S.” UnitedAg’s ethos by showcas- Health and Wellness Clinic in chairman emeritus, AgSafe; Er-
a $2,500 donation to a local eli- in 2010, the Grow Communities Local farmers can easily en- ing the nontraditional way Uni- the different regions. All the nesto Alvero, chief executive of-
gible nonprofit organization. program has awarded more than roll in the Grow Communities tedAg creates the health plan regional events were extreme- ficer, Pinnacle Healthcare; Tiffa-
New this year, all farmers $26 million in donations to non- program from now to Nov. 1. from the patient outwards. The ly well attended by UnitedAg ny DiTullio, chief administrative
are now eligible to enroll in the profits toward causes positively Online enrollment, as well as a theme of “Converge” empha- members and guests. officer, Salinas Valley Memorial
program, as long as they meet impacting farming communi- complete list of program rules sized UnitedAg’s commitment Assembly member Anna Healthcare System; and Alexis
the requirement of being 21 ties. and eligibility information, can to focusing on the members and Caballero attended the event Davenport, on-site development
years old and actively engaged “Through the years, we have be found at www.GrowCommu- creating a culture of innovation and talked about why the event specialist, Elite Corporate Med-
in farming at least 250 acres of seen this program impact count- nities.com or by calling 1-877- through collaboration. was important. ical Services. Kirti Mutatkar,
crops or more. The Grow Com- less local communities, and we 267-3332 toll-free. “We are reimagining “People (of the agricultural president and CEO of UnitedAg
healthcare as something that industry) … work really hard also spoke at the event.
is centered around the patient not only to produce the food we “All of us, members, pa-
and their personal experiences,” eat, but also to help us maintain tients and health providers, are
said Christopher McDonald, our rural agricultural econo- all on the same team,” Mu-
director of product develop- my,” Caballero said. “The abil- tatkar said. “We are all doing
ment and underwriting. “We ity to cover people and make something remarkable, we are
are building relationships with sure they can access medical replacing the traditional imper-
members and health providers help when they need it is really, sonal healthcare system with a
that share the same vision as us, really important.” member centric, relationship
such as those at their regional Speakers at the event includ- based, and trust-first approach
clinics including our Mexico ed UnitedAg’s Senior Manage- to providing quality care.”
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Auto lending reveals economic environment Naval Support Activity Monterey hosts free concert Oct. 22
SUBMITTED ARTICLE • Combined loans for new noticeable slowdown, according SUBMITTED ARTICLE The Del Monte gate opens to side food or drinks are allowed.
and used light-weight vehi- to Dwight Johnston, chief econ- the public at 10 a.m. The Mon- Guests are encouraged to bring
MONTEREY COUNTY — cles hit a record dollar amount omist for the League. MONTEREY — Naval Sup- terey County Pops performance blankets and chairs.
Central Coast residents in the ($602 million). This translates “Local spending for major port Activity Monterey, home of begins at noon on the historic Guests will enter through the
counties of Monterey, San Luis to 41,772 individual auto loans purchases continues to be bol- the Naval Postgraduate School, Hotel Del Monte sun terrace. Del Monte Gate. Guests over the
Obispo and Santa Cruz contin- (average price of $14,411 per stered by the combination of will host a free concert Oct. 22 The Money Band takes the stage age of 18 must present ID to en-
ue taking out loans for new and vehicle). This category nearly rising wages and job opportuni- on the lawn with performances from 1:30 to 4 p.m. ter the base. Parking is free.
used vehicles at a brisk pace, tripled (rising 194 percent) from ties, which is keeping consumer by the Monterey County Pops Food and beverages will For more information, email
according to the second quar- the most recent low in 2011 of confidence strong,” Johnston and the Money Band. be available for sale. No out- commrec@nps.edu.
ter Credit Union Trends Report $205 million. (The former re- said. “Statewide year-over-year
for Central Coast, published cord peak was $346 million in wages in California are rising
by the California Credit Union 2008.) above the national average —
League. The report also gives a about 4 percent, compared to
The report reveals how local sense of credit unions’ rapidly 2.5 percent nationally. And,
consumers are “feeling” about increasing market share with- even though growth in jobs has
purchasing small cars, sedans, in auto lending compared to slowed compared to the past five
trucks, CUVs, SUVs and other banks, finance companies, cap- years, many employers are hav-
large items given the region’s tive financing, and buy-here- ing trouble finding workers. The
current economic climate, as pay-here entities. Credit unions available labor pool has tight-
well as the future of the local nationwide experienced the ened as job openings remain at
auto industry’s health. highest auto lending growth in an all-time record.”
For 10 locally headquartered second-quarter 2017 versus the Additionally, the cred-
credit unions in the tri-county same period one year ago, ac- it union report reveals how
area as of second-quarter 2017: cording to the latest “State of the 173,400 credit union members
• Loans for new light-weight Automotive Finance Market” across the Central Coast are
vehicles hit a record dollar presentation by Experian. spending their money on homes,
amount ($197 million). This Some experts question remodeling projects, higher ed-
translates to 9,355 individu- whether the current cycle of ucation, life events and other
al auto loans (average price of automobile purchases by con- big-ticket items. As consumers
$21,058 per vehicle). This cate- sumers has run its course. But make money decisions in the
gory more than quadrupled (ris- it might take more than “just current environment, local credit
ing 328 percent) from the most the end of a cycle” for annual unions are at the center of these
recent low in 2011 of $46 mil- sales at car dealerships to hit a choices.
lion. (The former record peak
was $184 million in 2005.)
• Loans for used light-
weight vehicles hit a record dol-
lar amount ($405 million). This
translates to 32,417 individual
auto loans (average price of
$12,493 per vehicle). This cate-
gory more than doubled (rising
153 percent) from the most re-
cent low in 2011 of $160 mil-
lion. (The former record peak
was $226 million in 2008.)
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COMMUNITY
A look into Mary Hughes’ life with King City Blue Ribbon 4-H
BY SUSANA GONZALEZ importance of giving back to our community and by
NOW: Mary Hughes
FOR KING CITY RUSTLER doing so, the community knows who King City Blue
with local students
Ribbon 4-H is. Our members are visible participat-
KING CITY — In honor of National 4-H Week, ing in different community events — serving at the
Oct. 1-7, King City Blue Ribbon 4-H interviewed Golden Jubilee, Clam Chowder, Crab Feed, IOTA
former club leader Mary Hughes, whose 4-H history TAU Luncheon, baking for many fundraisers, picking
began with Greenfield as a child before becoming the up trash for Bloom, participating in Memorial Day
King City community leader for more than a decade. and Veterans Day at the cemetery, donating canned
food to our local food pantry, donating coats and
What is your background with KCBR 4-H? blankets to the Red Cross and stuffed animals to the
I joined Greenfield 4-H when I was in fourth grade, THEN: Hughes with Sheriff’s Department, painting the school playground
45 years ago. I remember taking the project called her sheep for the fair and cleaning up the garden, decorating the Leo Meyer
furnishing with Ginger Gianolini as my leader, making Contributed Photos Center, etc.
a hanging flower basket, refinishing a toy chest and Another accomplishment I’m proud of is the
making a Mickey Mouse bulletin board. I also took a means and then we honor our local veterans by plac- participation of our members at county events as well
couple years of sewing, lifelong skills that I can still ing poems at their graves at the King City Cemetery. as the honors some of our member have won — gold
do today. I raised sheep for the Salinas Valley Fair. The This last year we started a Scavenger Hunt collecting medals on record books, platinum star winners and
sheep back then looked much different than the sheep food for our local food pantry. Of course our Pedro placing in SVF livestock judging.
we see at today’s fair. My dad and brothers were also parties were always fun thanks to the wonderful dona-
very involved in the Greenfield club as leaders. But tions from our community. Which 4-H projects did you lead?
then I got to high school, I quit 4-H because I didn’t And, we can’t forget the Salinas Valley Fair, I have been a leader for the leadership project,
think I had time to do both sports and 4-H. What are some of your 4-H memories as a leader? probably the kids’ favorite, but also time for me to beginning 4-H, crochet, cross stitch, pie making,
When my oldest daughter Hillary entered fourth I have many memories as a 4-H leader. It’s always see the accomplishments of our members, whether candy making and pedro. I hope those who were in
grade, 4-H became a part of my life again. That was in fun to create new experiences for the kids. With the it be a ribbon won for a market animal or a best of my projects learned some lifelong skills.
2003. In 2005, I became the co-leader of KCBR 4-H help of other wonderful volunteers, KCBR started the show on photography, quilt, baked goods, a poster,
with Esther Kosty, and after that became the communi- Bowl-O-Rama, a countywide event. This year will be crocheted item or any other project. A sense of pride What does the 4-H motto “To Make the Best Bet-
ty leader for the next 11 years. All three of my daugh- the ninth annual. I loved it when my crochet group comes over you, knowing that these members were ter” mean to you?
ters were in 4-H from fourth through 12th grade. crocheted baby hats and booties that were donated to from KCBR 4-H. The end-of-the-year celebration I think the 4-H motto, “To Make the Best
the newborn babies at Mee Memorial Hospital. We at STAR Farms is also a great memory, not just for Better,” means to me that when you become a part
What inspired you to become a 4-H leader? also crocheted squares and took them to Michaels, the wonderful food, but seeing our club’s families of something, you do what you can to improve it. I
What inspired me to be a leader was the fact that where they were connected and made into blankets for enjoying themselves at a wonderful venue. 4-H has think it refers to people, your club, your community,
I like to be involved and help out, especially if it is a shelter. I took a few leadership groups to Santa Cruz been a big part of my family’s life and I am thankful your county, your country and the world. If a 4-Her is
something I am passionate about I saw the need and Beach and Boardwalk, that was fun, until one of the my three daughters were able to participate and get so asked to help at a community event, that event should
stepped up. Being a 4-H alumni, I know the benefits rides broke into pieces when we were on it — scary! I much our of the program. They’re better individuals better because of the 4-Her helping. I hope that the
of the program and wanted to make sure it was avail- also loved when we delivered cookies every Christ- because of 4-H. youth who join 4-H become better people by learning
able for the youth in our community. I felt I had the mas season to the local businesses and people who the importance of giving back to the community.
knowledge and prior experience to make sure the club support our club. What accomplishments are you most proud of?
ran smoothly and not only benefited the members, but Another favorite memory is Veterans Day every One of the accomplishments I’m most proud of Susana Gonzalez is the club reporter for King
also the community. year, when Mrs. Domingos teaches the kids what it is the fact that some of our members have learned the City Blue Ribbon 4-H.
FOOTBALL VOLLEYBALL
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winning the last few weeks and the win over the everything we asked of them.” three, and Cassidy Flores finished
t the end of his sixth game as Gonzales Marina helped to ease the pain of coming up short The Spartans wasted little time getting on the with two. In assists Megan Flores
head football coach, Arthur Berlanga in games against Soquel and Santa Cruz to start the scoreboard against the Mariners, taking a 3-0 lead had 25 and Cassidy Flores added
was raised off the ground by Pablo Aya- Mission Trail Athletic League season. The head on the first drive on a 29-yard field goal by Jaime
la in a bear hug to celebrate the Spartans coach had lost a little sleep after those setbacks but Perez. On their third drive Morales threw a pass (See VOLLEYBALL, page B3)
first victory of the year and first of the Berlanga era. experienced a good night’s sleep on Friday. to Giovanny Garcia who ran the ball for a 38-yard
The 24-0 Homecoming game win over the “Feels great, I slept really good last night,” touchdown. A point after attempt by Emanuel
Marina Mariners snapped a seven-game losing Coach Berlanga. “The process is taking its course. Camacho gave the home team a 10-0 lead.
streak that stretched into last season. For one glori- It was a great crowd and we played to a packed
FOOTBALL
Falcons
ous night that streak did not matter as the Spartans house. As a coach I am just fulfilling my purpose (See SPARTANS, page B2)
FOOTBALL
TENNIS SPARTANS
Stevenson sweeps
Continued from B1
10/12/17 - Volleyball (JV/V) vs. 5:00PM / 6:30PM 10/12/17 - Volleyball (JV/V) @ Gonzales - 5:00PM / 6:30PM
10/13/17 - Football (JV/V) vs. San Lorenzo Valley - 5:00PM / 7:30PM 10/13/17 - Football (JV/V) @ Pacific Grove - 5:00PM / 7:30PM
10/14/17 - Volleyball (JV) vs. North Salinas - 8:00AM 10/14/17 - Cross Country @ Monterey Bay Invitational (Toro Park) - 10:00AM
10/14/17 - Volleyball (V) @ Everett Alvarez - 8:00AM 10/17/17 - Volleyball (JV/V) vs. Stevenson - 5:00PM / 6:30PM
10/17/17 - Volleyball (JV/V) @ Gonzales - 5;00PM / 6:30PM
M
ore than
400 people
turned out
for Salinas
Valley Memorial Health-
care System’s (SVMHS)
annual Neonatal Intensive
Care Unit (NICU) Re-
union. Each family who
attended the reunion has a
child who spent five days
or more at the SVMHS
Level III NICU.
“This is a very special event for
our family,” says Marlene Magana,
mother of Aaron Castro born at 27
weeks, weighing 2.9 pounds. Her son
spent a total of 60 days in the NICU.
“As parents we all share the same
bond and it’s so nice to see all these
children and to celebrate them.”
The Castro Family was among
hundreds who enjoyed a pancake
breakfast with all the trimmings.
This year the annual event had
a superheroes theme with a focus
of “Celebrating Our Masked Mira-
cles.” Children were encouraged to
wear superhero costumes and Chil- Contributed Photo
dren's Miracle Network Hospitals Robert Castro, MD; SVMHS NICU Medical Director Carl Yaeger, MD; Margie Valdez, RN; and Jaxson Silva, the youngest NICU baby in attendance born Aug. 21.
provided masks and capes to each
NICU child. of,” says Robert Castro, MD director testament of the impact of advanced The festivities took place at the The Salinas Valley Memorial
“It’s great to be reunited with of the Level III NICU at SVMHS. technology and the quality of care Ryan Ranch Center for Advanced Healthcare System Level III NICU is
children that we, including medical, (Dr. Castro is not related to baby our babies receive at Salinas Valley Diagnostic Imaging in Monterey. operated in partnership with Lucile
nursing, respiratory care and other Aaron Castro.) “It’s nice to see them Memorial when they have a challeng- There were games, bounce houses, Packard Children’s Hospital at Stan-
ancillary services, once took care thriving and doing so well. This is a ing start to life.” a diaper derby, prizes and more. ford University Medical Center.
MUSTANGS second down Mustang quarter- Villanueva. “We might not have on 10 carries. As a team King with a strong game with San the JV game.
Continued from B1 back Luis Luna threw the foot- been able to get the win against City rushed for 76 yards on 25 Lorenzo Valley,” said Coach “We played a complete
ball just a little late and high them but we could have kept it carries. Luna had a 10 of 27 Villanueva. “Our boys realize game for the second time this
lots of problems.” and the Falcons took over on an close and given us a little mo- passing performance with 170 we just have to play better this season,” said Bronco head
The Falcons scored their interception. mentum.” yards and two interceptions. week and prepare for the rest of coach Evan Petrovic. “Going
first points at the 11:13 mark Scotts Valley scored with The score remained 14-0 Catching passes from Luna our league games.” into the fourth quarter it was a
with a flea flicker pass play 9:27 left in the half with a 28- until four minutes in the third were: Luis Briseno (three for 66 The Mustangs are 3-3 one possession game. The team
from quarterback Kyle Rajala yard pass play to the 6’7” Spen- quarter when Rajala booted an yards); Cedric Perez (two for 44 overall and 2-1 in the MTAL. is continuing to improve week-
to Carson Spence that resulted ce from Rajala to make the 18-yard field goal to put the Fal- yards); Clay Barbree (two for Scotts Valley is 5-1 overall and ly. We are looking forward to
in a 43-yard touchdown. Ra- score 14-0 after the PAT. Spen- cons up, 17-0. In the last three 32 yards); and Ponch Jimenez 3-0 in league. The King City playing the Homecoming game
jala’s PAT gave Scotts Valley ce used his size advantage over minutes of the game Scotts Val- (three for 28 yards). Broncos were beaten 21-7 in next week.”
a 7-0 lead. King City reached the top on the one-on-one play. ley running back Jamesley Gib- Scotts Valley finished with
the nine-yard line on their next “I feel that if we had been ling scored on 25-yard run and 190 rushing yards and Rajala
South County
possession and looked ready to able to score before Scotts Val- Rajala kicked third PAT for the was successful on nine of 14
make a game of it. On first and ley added that second touch- final 24-0 score. pass attempts for 188 yards.
nine the Mustangs were stuffed down it could have been a Cedric Perez led the Mus- “Homecoming is this week
Health Services
at the line by the Falcons. On different game,” said Coach tangs in rushing with 29 yards and we have to bounce back
10. Four
9. The bay laurel tree
8. Drachma
7. Charles Lindbergh
6. Pearl
mately equal to 3.26 light years
5. A parsec is a unit of length, approxi-
4. Beverly Cleary
3. Book of Daniel, Chapter 5
2. Honshu
1. Eros
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Wednesday, October 11, 2017 — B5
B6 — Wednesday, October 11, 2017
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the foregoing is a correct copy of the ACROSS 99 Paintings by Paul
corporation APN: 024-091-029-000 TS No: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
original on file in my office 1 Top-of-the-line 101 China-Korea border
7 Redness exemplar river 19 20 21 22
11 Tranquillity Base transit 102 Leader of the pack,
23 24 25 26
15 Word on a bulb perhaps
19 Plagiarized 103 Oil shortage? 27 28 29 30
20 Carbon and Iron are two 107 Gilda’s Wawa
of its counties 109 Chinese Casanova, 31 32 33 34 35
21 Song for Don José maybe
22 Zeno’s place 110 George Washington 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44
23 Eastwood discussing his portraitist
bloodier movies? 111 First thing you learn 45 46 47 48
25 Zsa Zsa on darning in vase class? 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56
socks? 114 Ugh relative
27 Eating reminder 115 “Test’s over!” 57 58 59 60 61 62
28 Stubby end 119 Spend time with The
29 Reason for Madonna’s Quayle Crayon Book? 63 64 65 66 67 68
bathroom clog? 120 Sequel to the film
31 Killy event Thug Takes a 69 70 71 72 73
34 Come-ons, of a sort Vacation?
35 Dash 124 Wait on the line
74 75 76 77 78
36 Flu, mono, etc.? 125 Fight night site 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87
40 Contact cleaner suffix 126 Word over a door
41 Speed instrument, briefly 127 Puget Sound port 88 89 90 91 92 93 94
45 The dog’s problem in 128 She, in Florence
Turner and Hooch 129 When most people 95 96 97 98 99 100
46 “Camptown Races” work
horse 130 Mauritius sight, once
101 102 103 104 105 106
47 Italian possessive 131 Astaire and Hugo
48 Home near Nome 107 108 109 110
49 “___ to Pieces”
DOWN 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118
50 Melmac wiseguy
1 Letters on Sputnik
53 Reason the Parks
2 Showgirl in Manilow’s 119 120 121 122 123
Service outlawed
“Copacabana”
Pictionary picnics? 124 125 126 127
3 Hear ___ drop
57 Main thing that happens
4 Serenades
in David Mamet movies? 128 129 130 131
60 Seuss character, 5 Unshakable
Sam-___ 6 A word for God
7 Insecticide 39 Scorsese’s alma 73 Elbower 109 First Oscar film 118 Young hawk,
61 Back on a bark
8 WWII theater mater, briefly 78 Painter Édouard 111 Contented comments in falconry
62 Puck stopper
9 Turned on one’s ___ 40 Combustion need 79 “No matter how hard 112 Social woes 119 Ernesto Guevara
63 N.J. neighbor
10 Casey was at it 42 He’s Thicke ___ ...” 113 Lots 121 Tic-tac-toe line
64 Period for Pedro
11 He looked mahvelous 43 Fuel or drink 80 Strawberry’s field, 116 Valentino, once 122 Planet’s end
65 Fritters (away)
12 “Able was I ___ ...” 44 Oprah or Rosie once 117 Roz Russell role 123 Penrod, for one
67 Number of coins
in la fontana (palindrome start) 47 Playwright-director 81 One of three squares?
69 Story of a comedian 13 Home of Lake David 83 Parts of sacs around Solution: ‘Hello, I Must Be Going (Oct 8)
before he switched Wobegon 48 Words said over a hearts
MA TH C L E A T ABE GREBE
instruments? 14 Hopalong’s sit-upon drumroll 86 Fireplace prop EC HO HOR NE G I N REBECS
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75 The ___ Marbles (line from “Suspicious 52 Dracula’s pain in your 89 Tom Collins ingredient SE NDOF F P E TMONDR I A N
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77 One antacid 16 Jai ___ 54 Home delivery Anne Baxter PA S T SA BU J OEDEV I VRE
17 Crockett’s birthpl. person? 91 Wd. after bike I S L ANK L ES USS ROSES
79 “The” end CH ANREAC T I ON PA LM
82 Actress Ruby 18 Make, as doilies 55 Late actress Ina or business
N I K I T A CR I L I SA S L A
84 Slangy money 24 Amounting to zip 56 “One ___ days, 92 Reacts to a long, L O DZ L EE J CONOPERA T ED
85 “You mean,” ___, “I’m 26 Rainy-day acct. Alice ...” hard day I D EAS S AW R E V EVADE
gonna be in The 30 They’re on the 58 Gin fruit 98 Argued heatedly N O RMANMA L ER BEAM I NAN
Godfather?!” infrastructure repair 59 Apple or capital about A R S L EAR ANA I SOBAR
88 Famous scene in Fiddler list: abbr. 65 Ft. Knox bar 100 Trellis, often P L AN PAN I NTHENECK
32 Dey job, once 66 Carpet style 102 On A TOOT A J O I NVES T SUE
Crab on the Roof? F R E DWO N T ON S T AR P I T Y
93 Ransom’s baby 33 Samoa studier 68 Folies Bergère 103 Coal measure I R A A T A L EON OPUS
94 Serengeti beast Margaret designer, once 104 Monopolized, in a way F I NGERPA NT S I NERT I A
95 The British Isles, 36 Mus. chord 70 Remove a beaver’s 105 Pinch from a chain E V ERSO I NSURANCEC L AMS
for one 37 Exhorted work reaction S E CANT N EA A L BAN I N I T
96 “___ reconsidered” 38 60 Minutes 71 How Lindy did it 106 North or South place S KYES S SR GL AND E T T A
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2nd Monday of every month 2nd Wed of each month. Every Tuesday
Alzheimer’s Association Spanish-language VFW Post 6747 King City Al-Anon meeting
Caregiver Support Group, 5:30-7:30pm, Life 599 Bitterwater Rd. KC Social 6PM, Dinner 6:15, 5:30-6:30 pm
Foundation Bldg, Room #302, 1000 South Meeting 7PM Grace Lutheran Church, 205 Canal Street, use
Main Street, Salinas. No charge, open to family back door.
members. 3rd Wed of each month. Al-Anon is a free support group for anyone
American Legion Meeting troubled by someone else’s drinking.
1st Tuesday of every month 419 5th Street, Gonzales, 7pm For more information, go to
Stage Hands www.al-anon.alateen.org
7pm St. Mark’s Episcopal Guild Hall, 301 Bassett Wednesdays & Fridays
St., King City. Guests welcome 10:00am – 12:30pm Every Thursday through October
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class Soledad Farmers’ Market sponsored by the
2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month starting August 23, 2017 Soledad Historical Society 4 to 8pm on Soledad
King City City Council Meeting, 6pm, Council King City Library at 402 Broadway, King City. St.
Chambers.
2nd Thur of each month. Every Friday
Tuesdays & Thursdays VFW Auxilary Post 6747 Jolon Al-Anon meeting
11:30am – 2:00pm 599 Bitterwater Rd. KC . 5:30 Social, 6PM 4-5:00 pm
Citizenship Class starting August 22, 2017 Meeting St. Luke’s Guild Hall, 65000 Jolon Road, KC
King City Library at 402 Broadway, King City.
1st Saturday of each month Every Friday
1st Wednesday of every month Soledad Historical Society museum is open from Community Food Pantry
SILVER KINGS & QUEENS 10am to 3pm, 137 Soledad St., Soledad. 10-11am
6:00pm in the Orradre Bldg., KC 126 Bassett St., KC
For more information contact Steve Wood
831-385-6253
10/12 (Thurs) 10/28 (Sat) 11/4 (Sat) 11/23 (Thu)
Business Expo and Resource Fair, Orradre Building, Day of the Dead Celebration at Mission San Antonio Monterey County Cattle Women Annual Fall Gathering Thanksgiving Day
Salinas Valley Fairgrounds, 4-7 p.m. hosted by King City starting at 1 p.m. and Barn Dance, featuring Monte Mills and the Lucky
Chamber of Commerce
Suessical production presented by Sol Treasures Chil-
Horseshoe Band. Scholarship fundraiser.. 6-11 at The
Barn at Pine Valley Ranch, San Ardo. December
dren’s Theatre, at 2 p.m. at the Robert Stanton Theater
10/14 (Sat) in King City. 12/1 (Fri)
Dinner Mystery Fundraising event for Sol Treasures 11/10 (Fri) Lighted Christmas Parade downtown King City, spon-
Cocktails in the Museum by MCARLM, King City sored by the King City Chamber of Commerce. Starts at
Arts and Cultural Center to be held at the Salinas Valley
Fairgrounds, King City, 5-9 p.m. 10/29 (Sun) Mildred Avenue, ends at Town Square
Hesperia Hall Country Faire & Flea Market, 11 am to The Stage Hands present “Suite Surrender.”, Dinner
Meditation and Yoga session, 10am – 11am. Free, no 3 pm. Craft vendors, Food & Fun. 51602 Hesperia Hall show at St. Mark’s Guild Hall, 301 Bassett St, King City,
registration required. For more information, please call Road, Bryson-Hesperia Community. for more information or reservations please call 831-525- 12/8-9 (Fri-Sat)
5660 Nutcracker Ballet produced by the Monterey County
831-385-3677, Hosted by the King City Library.
10/31 (Tue) Dance Foundation & Theatre, 7:30pm at the Robert
Halloween Stanton Theatre, King City
10/18 (Wed) 11/11 (Sat)
McTeacher Night benefitting Santa Lucia School, Veterans Day 12/10 (Sun)
5-7pm, McDonald’s, 1350 Broadway St, King City November Nutcracker Ballet produced by the Monterey County
Dance Foundation & Theatre, 2pm at the Robert Stanton
11/11-12 (Sat-Sun) Theatre, King City
10/20 (Fri) 11/3 (Fri) Free admission to Pinnacles National Park for Veteran’s
Reception for November’s Featured Artist, Elsie Dill, Day
Santa Lucia School Happy Harvest Carnival, 3-6pm, 502
Collins St, King City
5-8pm, Salinas Valley Art Gallery (Not the Salinas Valley 12/16 ( Sat)
Art Association), 218 South Main St., Salinas City Center, Fundraiser for Community Food Pantry of King City, Operation Giveback Toy Distribution at the Salinas
Free admission, refreshments served. 831-422-4162 Goodwill Donation Drive, 9am-3pm, KCHS Broadway Valley Fair Exposition Building, King City
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12/24 (Sun)
MCARLM’s 6th Annual Ghost Stories Bonfire Featuring
Bob Walton, 6-9, San Lorenzo Park, King City.
11/12 (Sun) Las Posadas at Mission San Antonio at 5:30 p.m.
11/3-4 (Fri-Sat) The Stage Hands present “Suite Surrender.”, Matinee
show at St. Mark’s Guild Hall, 301 Bassett St, King City,
Nutcracker Ballet Clara’s Tea, 3:30-5:30pm, holiday The Stage Hands present “Suite Surrender.”, Dinner
treats, boutique, entertainment, free event for the family. shows at St. Mark’s Guild Hall, 301 Bassett St, King City,
for more information or reservations please call 831-525- 12/25 (Mon)
5660 Christmas Day
332 Bassett, King City. for more information or reservations please call 831-525-
5660
11/18 (Sat)
10/25 (Wed) King City Clean Up Event at KCHS Mildred Parking Lot.
Event begins at 8am and closes when dumpsters are full.
Soledad Young Ladies’ Institute Salad Bar Luncheon,
11am-1:30pm, Soledad Community Center (YMCA), 560
Walker Dr., Soledad