But it didn’t take long for a new relationship to begin 37 years into the event’s history.

The 2010 event, scheduled August 13-15 at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, will be called the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion.

The marquee hasn’t been announced but several special events have been scheduled.

Joining the 14 class lineup for 2010 will be four new featured classes including 1966 to 1983 Formula 1 cars celebrating the series’ 60th Anniversary; 1966 to 1972 Trans Am cars; a special Bugatti Grand Prix celebrating the Bugatti Club of America’s 50th Anniversary; and, for the first time, a NASCAR class for drum brake-equipped cars from 1966 to 1975.

For additional information, visit: Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

The PGA TOUR cited the Bayonet’s championship-caliber layout, commitment to maintaining “tour level” conditions and reputation among industry professionals and players as cornerstones of its selection. The field consists of 78 players, with practice rounds on Nov. 15-16. Competitive rounds begin Nov. 17.

Bayonet was recently chosen by the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the Northern California Golf Association (NCGA) to host a U.S. Open qualifier May 10.

The 2010 U.S. Open will be played at nearby Pebble Beach Golf Links, June 14-20. Pebble Beach — hosting the national championship for the fifth time.

Bayonet and Black Horse, both par 72s and respectively 7,104 yards and 7,024 years, re-opened in December, 2008 after a $13 million renovation by Bates Golf Design Group. Both courses underwent dramatic view-shed alterations and hole re-routings to reveal new and ocean vistas and improved playing options (including new bentgrass greens).

The second stage of Q-School will be the second pro event held on the Monterey Peninsula in the same week. The 2010 Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational, featuring pros from the four major tours, will be held Nov. 16-21 at Del Monte Golf Course, Spyglass Hill Golf Course and Pebble Beach Golf Links.

For more information on the 2010 second round of Q-School, visit: bayonetblackhorse.com.

For more information on the 2010 Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational, visit: pebblebeach.com.

It’s a small property (22 rooms), which lends itself to personalized assistance. It’s as convenient as any accommodation option in Carmel, with many upscale and casual dining options as close as across the street and no farther than a few blocks away.

Like other properties in Carmel, Wayside Inn has relationships with nearly a dozen nearby restaurants, from the elegant Anton & Michel (Continental/European) to Bistro Giovanni (Italian) and The Grill (California Cuisine) to L’Escargot (French). Guests staying at Wayside Inn are offered various discount certificates to the participating restaurants. The inn also has different themed special offers.

The third way Wayside differentiates itself from other Carmel accommodations is that many of the rooms feature kitchenettes. In my stay, I had an upstairs deluxe room, which was actually a small apartment.

Inside the front was a sitting room with couch, comfortable chairs, television and corner brick fireplace. To the right is small, complete kitchen. Unlike some inns featuring awkwardly positions kitchens or crunched kitchenettes, Wayside Inn’s version is not and afterthought. There was plenty of room in the efficiently designed area and it included either new or nearly new appliances.

Of course, there’s no space for a dining table. But I liked the marble-style counter and accompanying stools. My stay was only for one night, but the room would be a good option with someone traveling for an extended stay. The local cuisine choices are great, but the kitchen is ideal for those with cooking preferences.

Many Monterey Peninsula boutique accommodations, including Wayside Inn, no longer have breakfast rooms. Instead, continental breakfast baskets are delivered to doorsteps. My one breakfast included a small orange juice, small container of yogurt, a hard-boiled egg and cellophane-wrapped muffin.

Just off the kitchen was a short hallway that led to a long narrow and sparkling clean bathroom with modern decor. Water pressure on the Monterey Peninsula is not always great and that’s the same Wayside Inn. Its water pressure is adequate, but a “power shower” isn’t an option.

The bedroom was thoughtfully decorated and included the room’s second television. The mattress was firm and featured upscale sheets, blanket, comforter and bedspread. But like many hotels and inns, Wayside Inn uses a lot of decorative pillows on the bed. Just where are they supposed to be stored when the bed is occupied?

Wayside is located on the corners 7th and Mission Street and the entrance to the inn is particularly appealing. Carmel’s climate is ideal for flowers and another shrubbery. And If there were a competition for best street appeal, Wayside Inn would have fine chance for victory. The entire property seemed to be in full bloom during my stay.

Carmel has many charms, but its narrow side streets are offer  limited public parking, which also proves problematic for some inns, including Wayside. Parking spaces are convenient and only a few yards from the two-story building of room. But the spaces are tight and some are at sharp angles.

In addition periodic water pressure woes, the Monterey Peninsula also doesn’t have the best cellphone of WiFi access. I’ve stayed in the several properties that promoted complimentary high-speed internet access but quickly discovered it was only available in the lobby. Wayside Inn offers high-speed access and I utilized it several times and for several hours combined without issue. I also had no problems with cellphone use.

(Wayside Inn, 7th & Mission Street, P.O. Box 101, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Calif., 93921. Tel. 831-624-5336; Fax 831-626-6974; Manager, Kelly Oglesby; E-mail: waysideinn@innsbythesea.com; Web site: www.innsbythesea.com/wayside.)

Woods, the world’s No. 1 golfer who has been conspicuously absent from the public since his November 27 car accident and admittance of martial infidelity, addressed a small gathering in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, site of the Accenture Match Play Championships.

Woods’ appearance was watched live on the Golf Channel and observed globally on the internet by millions of golf fans and curiosity seekers.

Woods, who spoke for approximately 15 minutes, said he will return to therapy beginning Feb. 20.

“I do plan to return to golf, I just don’t when it will be. I would not rule out a return this year,” said Woods. “But when I return, I need to be respectful of the game.”

Following his talk, Woods hugged his mother and others in the front row of the gathering, including fellow PGA Tour pro Notah Begay III. He also shook hands with PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem.

“Everyone of you have a right to be critical. I want to say sincerely and directly I am deeply for my selfish behavior,” said Woods. “My behavior has been a personal disappointment.”

Woods strongly stated he and his wife Elin have never had domestic violence their marriage. He also denied  rumors his used of performance-enhancing drugs.

“Elin has been gracious,” said Woods. “I brought this shame on myself.”

Since his middle-of-the-night accident and subsequent revelations of his private life, Woods has received treatment for sex addiction.

Prior to his fiasco in November, Woods was scheduled to play in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, Feb. 10-14.

Woods hasn’t played in the event since 2002. But this year’s event was the 25th anniversary for AT&T’s title sponsorship of the celebrity pro-am. Woods was previously sponsored by the communications giant and he was scheduled to play as a preamble the U.S. Open.

Woods won the AT&T in 2000 and four months later, returned to Pebble Beach to win the U.S. Open by 15 strokes, the largest margin in event’s history.  The U.S. Open will be held June 14-20 at Pebble Beach.

Pending to his statement, Woods was expected to compete in the U.S. Open, a decade after his dominating triumph in 2000. But when and where he will play again is no more certain than it was prior Woods’ statement.

To view the complete Tiger Woods statement, visit: Tiger Woods/Golf Channel

Woods, a 14-time major champion and sport’s first billionaire, will address a small gathering of reporters in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, at 11 a.m. EST, according to his manager.

“Tiger plans to discuss his past and his future and he plans to apologize for his behavior,” Mark Steinberg told Reuters in an email. “While Tiger feels that what happened is fundamentally a matter between he and his wife, he also recognizes that he has hurt and let down a lot of other people who were close to him.

“He also let down his fans. He wants to begin the process of making amends and that’s what he’s going to discuss.”

Since his middle-of-the-night accident and subsequent revelations of his private life, Woods has reportedly received treatment for sex addiction.

Woods has not given a timetable for his return to competition, but he may do so Friday.

Prior to his fiasco in November, Woods was scheduled to play in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, Feb. 10-14.

Woods hasn’t played in the event since 2002. But this year’s event was the 25th anniversary for AT&T’s title sponsorship of the celebrity pro-am. Woods was previously sponsored by the communications giant and he was scheduled to play as a preamble the U.S. Open.

Woods won the AT&T in 2000 and four months later, returned to Pebble Beach to win the U.S. Open by 15 strokes, the largest margin in event’s history.  The U.S. Open will be held June 14-20 at Pebble Beach.

Pending the details of his announcement, Woods is expected to compete in the U.S. Open, a decade after his dominating triumph in 2000.

The week began with first of three consecutive days of practice rounds on Monday, Feb. 8. Various charity events are also scheduled early in the week.

The pro field includes: Jim Furyk, Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott, Sergio Garcia, Padraig Harrington, Vijay Singh, Davis Love, Mike Weir, Luke Donald, John Daly and Retief Goosen.

The celebrity field includes: former soccer star Brandi Chastain, actors Greg Kinnear, Chris O’Donnell and Don Cheadle, musicians Kenny G and Clay Walker and pro surfer Kelly Slater and comedians Bill Murray and George Lopez.

Here’s a schedule of events:

* Practice rounds: 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8 through Wednesday Feb. 10, all three golf courses;
* Birdies for Charity Shoot-Out: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Pebble Beach;
* 3M Celebrity Challenge: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, Pebble Beach;
* First three rounds: Start, 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, through Saturday, Feb. 13, all three courses;
* Final round: Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Pebble Beach.

Television Coverage

* Thursday-Friday, Feb. 11-12, noon-3 p.m., 5:30-8:30 p.m. (replay), The Golf Channel;
* Saturday, Feb. 13, noon-3 p.m., CBS;
* Sunday, Feb. 14, noon-3:30 p.m., CBS.

For more information, visit: www.attpbgolf.com.

“It’s something we’ve wanted to do for quite some time,” Ockert told the Monterey Country Herald. “”It’s my dream,” Ockert said of the move. “We want to be on center stage.

The new location will give the business about twice as much space as it has now.

Khakl’s sell men’s clothing, but may begin a women’s line. Wilkes Bashford sold men’s and women’s clothes, but was primarily known for its top-of-the-line men’s suits.

Monta Potter, CEO of the Carmel Chamber of Commerce, told The Herald: “It’s sad for the Barnyard” but that Khaki’s will be a great addition to the Plaza.”

Top PGA TOUR professionals scheduled to play include Jim Furyk, Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott, Sergio Garcia, Padraig Harrington, Vijay Singh, Davis Love, Mike Weir, Luke Donald, John Daly and Retief Goosen.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of AT&T’s sponsorship and also the return of Monterey Peninsula Country Club’s Shore Course to the tournament rotation.

Tickets for the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am are still available through the tournament Web site, www.attpbgolf.com and the tournament box office, 831 644-0333 or 800 541-9091. Daily tickets are $60 and season badges for the week are $150.

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Ray H. Rosenblum of Pittsburgh, the exclusive agent hired by Monterey County Bank, said: “There’s a lot of interest from prospective buyers for the station,” officially KRML-AM 1410.

In addition to the station’s asking price its record collection, part of the estate of the former owners, is for sale separately for $400,000, and is the music store formerly located in the Eastwood Building in downtown Carmel.

Two years ago, the station went on the market for $1.8 million. Previously owned by David Kimball, KRML closed its Jazz and Blues Co. store in April and has been operating at reduced wattage. The station began operations in 1957.

KRML serves the Monterey-Salin market from Carmel CA. It’s a Class D on 1410 kHz, with 500 w-D and 16 w-N.

The station’s web site: wwwkrmlradio.com.

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