Today, more than ever, America needs its veterans to remember that their oaths to the Constitution do not expire. (Ken Harbaugh)
Women Veterans
And we won’t be made invisible by this administration or any other…Hegseth be damned. I took an oath to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign or domestic.
‘’It has been twenty years since I left the Navy. Thirty since I raised my right hand and swore the oath. Today is Veterans Day, and I will hear “thank you for your service” more times than I can count. I appreciate the sentiment. But our past service is not enough – America needs us to stand up and meet this moment, to remember that our oaths did not expire simply because we took off the uniform.” (Ken Harbaugh) To read the rest of his amazing post on being a veteran and patriotism from this Marine Corps Master Sgt see: https://www.meidasplus.com/p/a-different-kind-of-patriotism?utm_medium=email
MONTEREY COUNTY — Caltrans will implement a full overnight closure of Highway 1 at the Rocky Creek Bridge, located approximately 12 miles south of Carmel, beginning Sunday, November 9, at 10:00 pm. The highway will reopen by Monday morning, November 10, at 6:00 am.
The overnight closure will allow crews to complete the final phases of the Rocky Creek Seawall Project, which remains on schedule for completion by November 10, weather and site conditions permitting. This milestone marks the peak of extensive work to strengthen the seawall and enhance long-term stability along this critical section of Highway 1.
Closure Details:
The full closure will begin Sunday, November 9, at 10:00 pm, with reopening scheduled for 6:00 am on Monday, November 10. During the closure, construction crews will finalize project demobilization and complete finishing work at the site. Heavy equipment will be staged across both lanes, and no through traffic will be permitted during work hours. Travelers are advised to plan ahead and avoid the area during this temporary closure.
I am in a bad spot to upload the two photos Caltrans included of the before and after of the sea wall, but will continue to try to do so later.
Caltrans thanks residents, businesses, and travelers for their continued patience and cooperation as this important coastal infrastructure project nears completion.
Big Sur Remains Accessible and Open:
Travelers are reminded that over 100 miles of Highway 1 on the Big Sur coast remain open and accessible. Travelers from northern California will find easy access to historic bridges, waterfalls, restaurants, and lodging amenities.
Travelers from southern California will find that the highway brings them directly within reach of the unparalleled views, lodging amenities, and natural wonders of Lucia, the Camaldoli Hermitage, Gorda, Ragged Point, San Simeon, and Cambria.
Road information and updates can also be found on Caltrans District 5 Social Media platforms: X/Twitter at: @CaltransD5, Facebook at: Caltrans Central Coast (District 5) and Instagram at: Caltrans_D5.
Crews at Regent’s Slide continue steady progress toward the key rock outcropping, an important milestone in stabilizing the slope and restoring Highway 1 access.
Work is currently underway to set anchor points for a new drapery system, which will secure and guide loose rocks safely down the slope. The drapery netting has been acquired and is being staged for future installation as the project progresses.
These two were found on Highway One near the Big Sur Station. Hillary Thurkow Evan took them up to their place on Pfeiffer Ridge. Contact me at kwnovoa@mac.com for Hillary’s phone number. They have Monterey tags, but no name tags. The owners contacted Hillary the sane day they were found and dogs and owners have been reunited.
