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Martinez reflects on first year as 5th District supervisor

January 15, 2026

California State Parks to conduct pile burning at Big Basin, Henry Cowell

One week of overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton set to begin Monday

Boulder Creek feline rescue organization continues life-saving mission

Award-winning country artist William Prince still feels like an underdog

News Briefs | Published Jan. 9, 2026

January 9, 2026

Updated draft BESS ordinance available for public review The County of Santa Cruz has released an updated draft ordinance regulating the siting and development of...

Ben Lomond history talk returns with new stories at Park Hall

January 8, 2026

This January, Park Hall will once again echo with stories of grit, ambition and larger-than-life characters who helped shape Ben Lomond and the greater...

Santa Cruz Museum presents inaugural 5 Minute Film Fest

January 8, 2026

Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) has announced the inaugural MAH 5 Minute Film Fest, with the screening taking place on Thursday...

Scotts Valley Police Department receives $100K grant for traffic enforcement

January 8, 2026

Scotts Valley Police Department has received a $100,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, to...

Damians Ladder marks 500th home repair, expands impact across county

January 2, 2026

Since 2023, Damians Ladder—a nonprofit that provides low- to no-cost small home repairs for seniors and people with disabilities in Santa Cruz County—has served...

News Briefs | Published Jan. 2, 2026

January 2, 2026

Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau named ‘County of the Year’ Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau received the “County of the Year” award at the California...

In his final act as mayor, Timm presides over approval of Scotts Valley Town Center Specific Plan and EIR

December 31, 2025

For Scotts Valley City Council all to be in sync, it took a quick hand-off of a mystery item by Kirsten Maure to her...

Santa Cruz County Public Health receives grants for traffic safety programs

December 31, 2025

Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency announced that its Public Health Division has been awarded three competitive state grants totaling $639,631 from the California...

Driver arrested at Scotts Valley DUI checkpoint

December 31, 2025

Scotts Valley Police Department arrested one person for driving under the influence of intoxicants and two subjects were issued citations for driving while their...

Scotts Valley K-9 team surprised with Hometown Hero honor

December 23, 2025

During an event to celebrate the season, an unexpected moment of gratitude took center stage at the annual Scotts Valley Christmas Tree Lighting on...

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Martinez reflects on first year as 5th District supervisor

California State Parks to conduct pile burning at Big Basin, Henry Cowell

One week of overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton set to begin Monday

Boulder Creek feline rescue organization continues life-saving mission

Award-winning country artist William Prince still feels like an underdog

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California State Parks to conduct pile burning at Big Basin, Henry...

One week of overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton...

Award-winning country artist William Prince still feels like an underdog

News Briefs | Published Jan. 9, 2026

Scotts Valley Police Department receives $100K grant for traffic enforcement