As the rainy season approaches, construction projects tend to move inside. And during the dust and remodeling, homeowners can find themselves surprised by the presence of lead. Lead is one of the silent toxins that pose health issues because it accumulates in the body.

We thank all veterans for their military service and let them and their families know about a local event honoring all veterans. Please see our Datebook for more information/details.

 Join the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, November 7, for the Community Awards Dinner at the Scotts Valley Hilton as we honor those in our community that make ScottsValley such a special place. This event is open to the entire community.

On November 5, a single car collided with the edge of the bridge near the intersection of West Zayante Road and East Zayante Road. A 24 year old Aptos woman was found deceased. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. Limited information is available pending notification of family members.

On Thursday, October 29, four men were arrested on the 10000 block of East Zayante Dr. in Felton. A Public Information Release Search Warrant led detectives from the Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Enforcement Team and Santa Cruz County Anti-Crime Team to serve a search warrant. Acting on an anonymous tip, the detectives seized 21 firearms, cocaine, heroin, prescription medications, and 40 pounds of processed marijuana.

Ever hear of the National Novel Writing Month familiarly referred to as NaNoWriMo? It’s a national event geared to inspire and motivate budding authors to write a novel in 30 days.

AgapeDanceAcademy invites the community to its Annual Agape Dance Foundation Benefit Auction which takes place November 15, 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen Street, Santa Cruz.