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Ben Lomond native and land conservancy leader honored for preserving California’s natural landscapes

When Kaila Dettman was growing up beneath the redwoods of Ben Lomond, she spent her childhood racing through the ferns of Quail Hollow Ranch,...

New Veterans Village sign completed on Veterans Day

Ben Lomond resident Rick Moran, 74, served on a U.S. Navy “fast attack” submarine in the Gulf of Tonkin. No, not during the “Incident”...

Santa Cruz County earns Clean California Community designation

The County of Santa Cruz recently announced its designation as a Clean California Community, a recognition that highlights local efforts to reduce litter, beautify...

News Briefs | Published Nov. 14, 2025

County hosts forums to shape future behavioral health services Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Services is hosting community forums to help shape the County’s First...

Scotts Valley/San Lorenzo Valley Competitive Soccer Club shines at recent tournaments

Scotts Valley/San Lorenzo Valley Competitive Soccer Club teams recently had an outstanding weekend on the field, bringing home multiple championships from two major Halloween...

County Park Friends launches campaign to support youth recreation

County Park Friends, the nonprofit partner of Santa Cruz County Parks, has announced the launch of its All Kids Play 2025 campaign, an ambitious...

San Lorenzo Valley Middle School students bring ‘HONK! JR.’ to life

There’s a special kind of magic stirring at San Lorenzo Valley Middle School this fall; one filled with feathers, laughter and lessons about what...

40th annual Mountain Affair raises $28,500 for San Lorenzo Valley families

The 40th Annual Mountain Affair was a resounding success, raising $28,500 to support Mountain Community Resources (MCR), the San Lorenzo Valley’s local family resource...

News Briefs | Published Nov. 7, 2025

Holiday Art & Craft Fair returns this Saturday Spring Lakes Park’s third annual Holiday Art & Craft Fair is set for Saturday, Nov. 8, from...

Town Hall to discuss District 5 roads on Nov. 13 in Ben Lomond

Santa Cruz County Supervisor Monica Martinez will host the District 5 State of the Roads Town Hall on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 6pm at...

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News Briefs | Published June 19, 2026

Candidate forums planned ahead of November election Santa Cruz County Clerk/Elections Department and local city clerks are inviting residents interested in running for office in...