The dog's owners were despondent. Their "baby," a Border Collie mix, couldn't stop licking her leg after a previous surgery site had reopened, leaving the tip of a metal rod jutting out. Because of Covid-19, both of the dog's parents had been laid off and they were losing their home. Thankfully, local nonprofit Max's Helping Paws was able to cover the vet bill. "People who … [Read more...] about Pivoting During a Pandemic
Celebrating America’s Sweetheart
Carmel Hosts Doris Day’s 96th Birthday
Local icon Doris Day is busy—busy overseeing the rescue of animals, busy visiting with her loved ones and busy tending to the mail. "Answering the mail, alone, could be a full-time job!" she says. "I'm always floored that so many people from all over the world still remember me after all these years out of the entertainment spotlight and take the time to write such lovely … [Read more...] about Celebrating America’s Sweetheart
The Word Wizard
Linda Sivertsen Inspires the Author in All of Us
Words are dynamic, alive, able to take on new meaning with each unique arrangement. Linda Sivertsen is the same way: In one configuration, she’s a New York Times best-selling co-author and TED talker. From another, a mom. When viewed straight ahead, she’ll show you everything needed to write the book you’ve always dreamed of and then she’ll help you get it sold. Sivertsen is a … [Read more...] about The Word Wizard
Dogs To The Rescue
When the helpers needed a little help, the solution came on four paws. The Soberanes Fire devastated more than 130,000 acres of mountainous terrain this summer. Thousands of firefighting heroes from all over the state called Monterey County home for the duration. Morale and comfort were tried and tested. So, with the help of the SPCA for Monterey County, the four-legged troops … [Read more...] about Dogs To The Rescue
Hear Them Roar
It started as a promise from a dedicated man to his best friend in the world: a dying lion. In July of 2008, as Josef the "celebrity" lion took his last breaths on the grounds of Vision Quest Ranch in Salinas, Charlie Sammut promised his 500-pound companion that his legacy would be forever celebrated with a zoo. Not just a bigger ranch, or a wild animal park, but Monterey … [Read more...] about Hear Them Roar