Man suspected in double homicide, kidnapping in Monterey County town
A Paso Robles man is a suspect in a kidnapping and shooting that left two men dead in the Monterey County town of San Ardo.
POTW: Tristan
Meet Tristan (86237), he is a 2 year old Jack Russell Terrier mix and true to his breed he is Mr. Active! Nothing makes this little dude happier than showing off his smarts and keeping his cute little body in motion so if you're looking for an agility or dog sport partner in crime, Tristan's your guy. Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.
Pinnacles National Park bill approved in House; moves to Senate
The House of Representatives today passed Congressman Sam Farr’s (D-Carmel) bill to elevate the 26,000 acres of Pinnacles National Monument to a National Park. The bipartisan bill, H.R. 3641, the Pinnacles National Park Act, co-sponsored by Rep. Jeff Denham (R-CA), recognizes and preserves the diverse ecosystems, geology and cultural history of the area by conferring National Park status. Additionally, the bill renames the Pinnacles Wilderness as the Hain Wilderness.
Board balances deficit with more cuts, reserves
San Benito County Board of Supervisors approved $1.7 million in final cuts to balance the budget on the last day of budget hearings Friday.
General Plan update almost ready for review
Planning Director Gary Armstrong talked with county supervisors about the general plan update at last week’s meeting at the request of Supervisor Anthony Botelho and told the board it has entered its final stages of development.
