Harry O's Swingin' Christmas podcasts

In the spirit of the holidays here is an original radio show hosted by yours truly featuring vintage tracks from Christmas of the 30's, 40's and 50's. Hope you enjoy!! Talk to you after the First.

Cheers, Harry O 

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County campaign Avoid the 18 underway

Monterey County is one of 41 of the state's 58 counties which is participating in the annual anti-impaired driving effort Avoid the 18.  Here's a conversation with Jan Ford, the press director for the effort: 

Greenfield PD staffed a checkpoint in the community on December 18th.

Still time for last minute food and toy donations in county

Officials in throughout Monterey County emphasize that there is still time to make charitable donations before Christmas day.  more>>

City of Greenfield launches redesigned website

Recently the City of Greenfield launched a comprehensive redesigned website with an eye toward attracting new business to town.  Here is a conversation with Greenfield City Manager Roger Wong:

The American Red Cross launches $5 Saves a Life Campaign

The American Red Cross has launched the campaign “$5 Saves a Life” to bolster support during these trying economic times.  Even though the Red Cross is such a large part of the community the services provided  are sometimes taken for granted.  The training and tools needed for Red Cross volunteers to respond are available only through the generosity of local citizens and businesses.  The American Red Cross receives no federal or state dollars. A $5 dollar donation can help the American Red Cross in providing those services.  To make your donation, please go to www.ARCMontereyBay.org. Every $5 counts!

SPCA update on neglected horses

"The horses are doing well under our care and we are feeding them slowly on a strict feeding schedule to get their systems moving correctly again. We are also providing veterinary care and treating them for their tick infestations. Donations to help Mocha, Bailey, and Folger and all our other rescued animals are greatly appreciated." Additionally SPCA reports the owner of the horses has been reached. No further details.

MCFL wants your opinion

During December Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL) is conducting a survey of the public to evaluate satisfaction with the hours the branches are currently open. This survey is part of the strategic planning and needs assessment process for the Library. Though MCFL cannot increase hours at this time, the need for efficiency and providing excellent service are seen as top priorities. Branch hours may be adjusted depending on the results of the survey. The survey will be available in English and Spanish through the Library’s website at www.montereycountyfreelibraries.org, through the Library’s Facebook site, and in print form at various locations throughout the county. Please participate. Your opinion counts!

Monterey County Free Libraries awarded 'We the People' Bookshelf Collection from National Endowment for the Humanities

The seventeen branches of the Monterey County Free Libraries system are among the 4,000 libraries across the country selected by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the American Library Association (ALA) to receive free hardcover editions of 17 classic books as part of the We the People Bookshelf grant program. The theme of this year’s Bookshelf is “Picturing America. Participating libraries will present programs on the theme of “Picturing America” for their library patrons.

Active shooter drill reflects zero tolerance for gang activity

The recent active shooter drill at Main Street Middle School points up the emerging zero tolerance policy toward gang activity in the community. more>>

Youth concert at Soledad YMCA December 11th

The Soledad YMCA and Wise Music are sponsoring an educational concert on December 11th at 6 PM. The event is designed to inspire creativity in youth for music and for all the arts. Live concerts are rare in Soledad and other parts of Monterey County. Concert headliners are The Sledge Grits Band -Musical Soul Food. The YMCA and The Sledge Grits Band.

Soledad adult school to close?

The Soledad Unified School District is facing a $3 million deficit for the coming school year. In the May revision of the state budget, legislators gave district staff and board members the power to sweep the adult education money into the district's general budget. more..

City of Greenfield launches redesigned website

The City of Greenfield launched its new Web site about two weeks ago in hopes of attracting more businesses and allowing residents get easier access to city information. Changes include more photos of Greenfield life allowing site visitors to better navigate city information, news and files. more>>
City of Greenfield

SPCA Monterey County rescues three neglected horses, offers $1,000 reward

The SPCA is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons who abandoned three geldings in a pasture on the 800 stretch of River Road in Salinas. The horses, all believed to be in their mid 20’s, were seized December 2nd by SPCA Humane Officers after their owner was unable to be located. The horses were brought back to the SPCA shelter for emergency vet care. If caught, the owners could be charged with the following offenses: California Penal Code Sections 597.1 (Permitting Animals to go Without Veterinary Care), Penal Code 597 (Animal Cruelty), Penal Code 597(b) (Deprivation of Food, Water, and Shelter), Penal Code 597s (Abandonment), and trespassing. If you have any information about this case or if you can identify the geldings in these photos, please contact The SPCA at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 x213. All calls are completely confidential. Photos and more details.