First-ever Pitch In All Santa Cruz Cleanup Event removes 1,500 pounds of litter
The May 11 first-ever Pitch In All Santa Cruz Cleanup Event had a significant community impact, with more than 30 organizations and 431 individuals holding cleanups from Davenport to the Pajaro Valley, including the cities of Scotts Valley, Capitola, Santa Cruz and Watsonville.
“This was...
Scotts Valley State of the City set for Thursday
The 2024 Scotts Valley State of the City takes place Thursday, Sept. 19, from 4-6:15pm at the new Scotts Valley Cultural and Performing Arts Center, next to the public library on Kings Village Road.
This is a once-a-year, free opportunity to hear from city leaders,...
Felton Library Friends hosts ‘Branch Out!’ celebration on Saturday
Felton Library Friends will be hosting a “Branch Out!” event on Saturday, June 8, to reintroduce the community to the Felton Branch Library and Discovery Park.
There will be free environmental activities from 14 local organizations. Attendees of all ages are welcome to come make...
Scotts Valley strategic report card highlights successes, challenges
Scotts Valley released its Strategic Work Plan report last week, highlighting just how far Scotts Valley has come under the guidance of City Manager Mali LaGoe—but also struggles the City continues to face.
The report card, a visually-pleasing document containing information organized in a helpful...
City of Scotts Valley hosts wildfire preparedness, homeowners insurance workshop Tuesday
City of Scotts Valley is hosting a free community Wildfire Preparedness and Homeowners Insurance Workshop on Tuesday, May 14, from 6-8pm at the Scotts Valley Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 251 Kings Village Road.
This event is dedicated to educating the public on crucial measures...
Progress continues on pump track at Felton park
After months of public petitions, contentious meetings and letters to the editor, the planned installation of a pump track at Felton Covered Bridge Park is officially underway.
On March 4, local nonprofit Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (SCMTS) began fundraising efforts to support pump track...
Redwood Mountain Faire brings music, food and art to Felton
The Redwood Mountain Faire returned to Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton on June 1-2, showcasing a weekend of musical performances by 26 bands on three stages. Diverse foods by local restaurants were on hand, plus beer, cider and wine from micro-breweries and wineries in...
Discover the sounds of Concertino Strings this September
The Santa Cruz Mountains have cultural and artistic wonders tucked away in corners up and down its range. Some of those pleasures come out to play during Open Studios, art and wine festivals, First Fridays and other community based events.
In the musical sector, the...
Photos | Santa Cruz Mountains’ Makers Market showcases local talent
Though a few clouds seemed to stand almost static in the afternoon sunshine in Felton, a pleasant breeze coursed through the wild grasses at Hallcrest Vineyards during the 11th annual Makers Market on Sunday. The community event celebrates art and music in the Santa...
Art, Wine & Beer Fest saved at ‘11th hour’ with help of new council member
Planning for the two-day Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival, scheduled for Aug. 16-17, was about to be derailed when discussions between the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce and the City got back on track with the help of Councilmember Steve Clark, who...
News Briefs | Published July 4, 2025
Tree removal leads to temporary closure on Big Basin Highway
Caltrans will temporarily close a section of southbound Highway 236 (Big Basin Highway) left on...