Highway 9 vegetation control work continues with daytime traffic control
Caltrans continues with a vegetation control project over the entire length of Highway 9 in Santa Cruz County in support of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk along the state highway system.
The objective of this work...
News Briefs | Published April 4, 2025
Redwood Rx kicks off 3rd year of wellness programs
Mountain Parks Foundation has officially launched the third season of Redwood Rx, a wellness initiative offering nature-based guided programs at Henry Cowell, Fall Creek and Big Basin Redwoods state parks.
Designed to encourage individuals to connect with...
Authorities release the identities of two slain men discovered on Skyline Blvd
The names of the two men whose bodies were found in a pickup truck in the Santa Cruz Mountains last month were released Tuesday by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The identities of the victims, previously identified by family members, are Colter White,...
Santa Cruz Public Libraries celebrates 2025 National Library Week
April 6-12 marks National Library Week, and the Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) invites the community to explore the wealth of resources and programs available at their local branches.
Libraries serve as vital hubs for all ages, offering such activities as storytime for families, makerspaces...
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground reopening delayed
California State Parks has announced the delayed reopening of the seasonal campground at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, now scheduled for Aug. 1, instead of the previously set April 1 date. This delay, attributed to adverse weather and supply chain issues, affects crucial infrastructure...
San Lorenzo Valley High School hosts successful 2025 College and Career Fair
San Lorenzo Valley High School played host to more than 45 different colleges, universities, state agencies and local businesses at the annual SLVHS College and Career Fair on March 19.
Students browsed the tables staffed by participating groups; their feedback was positive, and several students...
News Briefs | Published March 21, 2025
Supervisors approve reforms to short-term rental ordinance
In a significant step toward balancing tourism with community needs, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has voted to advance a comprehensive overhaul of the County’s Vacation and Hosted Rental Ordinance.
The proposed reforms, which aim to curb...
Scotts Valley PD: Don’t rely on luck, choose a sober way to go this St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate with friends, family and good cheer. However, as the festivities often include alcohol, Scotts Valley Police Department is urging everyone to prioritize safety and avoid driving under the influence. Don’t rely on luck—plan ahead and make...
News Briefs | Published March 14, 2025
Industry veterans to lead podcasting and streaming class series
Cabrillo College Extension, Community Television and SantaCruzVoice.com are offering an eight-part series of hands-on “Podcasting and Streaming – Concept to Creation” classes for those wishing to host their own digital media podcast and/or streaming radio show.
Classes...
Rising golf star hosts junior charity tournament this weekend at Pasatiempo
In 2023, then-13-year-old Lucius Niesen from Scotts Valley was on fire on the links. Having taken first place in the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s 16th annual National Championship on the Panther Lake Course at Orange County National in Florida, Niesen seemed bound for greatness...
Local tourism reaches more than $1.4B in Santa Cruz County region
As National Travel and Tourism Week reaches its midpoint in the United States, Visit Santa Cruz County (VSCC) announced that the local tourism industry...