Post-pandemic learning-loss picture comes into focus for North County schools
In recent weeks, North County educators have highlighted positives in data emerging from standardized tests taken since the end of the pandemic.
But they also highlighted how Covid-19 dealt a serious blow to learning in this idyllic corner of California, with bad marks in math...
Boulder Creek family loses second house to fire
On Sunday, Boulder Creek resident Eric McFarland was unloading some items from the family vehicle when he heard some strange noises.
The CZU Lightning Complex Fire survivor was distressed to see flames behind the house, climbing one of the trees and devouring the winter woodpile.
“It...
News Briefs | Published Nov. 3, 2023
Supervisor attends White House executive order event on AI
Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Chair Zach Friend participated in a White House executive order event Oct. 30 on artificial intelligence (AI), recognizing the County’s leadership in developing AI policies on behalf of the public.
The...
TEDxSantaCruz announces call for speakers and volunteers for Spring 2024 event
TEDxSantaCruz organizers have launched a call for speakers, volunteers and sponsors for the next TEDxSantaCruz: RISING TOGETHER, slated for Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College campus. The call is open to everyone who lives or works in Santa...
RTC seeks input for project aimed at adapting county transportation network for climate resiliency
Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is seeking community input through an online survey on its Climate Adaptation Vulnerability Assessment and Priorities Report (CAVA) project.
The RTC, the County of Santa Cruz Department of Community Development and Infrastructure and the Santa Cruz County Office...
Open Studios Art Tour ends strong despite rainy conditions
On Sunday, residents and visitors from further afield fanned out across Santa Cruz County for the final day of Open Studios Art Tour 2023, where people get to peek inside spaces integral to creation.
For Gina Firpo, a 31-year resident of the San Lorenzo Valley...
State appoints receiver to run Boulder Creek water company
A Southern California law firm, Silver & Wright LLP, has been appointed to assume possession and control of Big Basin Water Co. following the Santa Cruz County Superior Court's approval of a receivership request by the State Water Resources Control Board.
The privately owned drinking...
Santa Cruz County offers free safety inspection to reduce fire dangers
Whether it’s the 2017 Thomas Fire in Ventura, the 2018 Camp Fire in Butte County or the 2020 CZU Fire in Santa Cruz County, hundreds of thousands of Californians have been impacted by the ravages of wildfires, resulting in the destruction and loss of...
Valley Churches United celebrates angels and community heroes of 2023
Valley Churches United awarded four recipients of the 2023 Angel of the Year Award at its recent 40th Anniversary Ruby Gala.
Each Angel Award recipient has been either volunteering or supporting Valley Churches in a variety of ways over the years.
“They have been huge champions...
News Briefs | Published Oct. 27, 2023
Annual Holiday Gift Shop opens Nov. 1
The Annual Holiday Gift Shop at Valley Churches United in Ben Lomond opens Nov. 1. The gift shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10am-4pm.
Amazingly talented volunteers have created an exquisite display, making this year’s gift shop an...
Felton meeting to discuss Highway 9 preventative maintenance project
Caltrans will host a public meeting next week in Felton to hear project details and provide input regarding the upcoming South Santa Cruz Highway...
