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September 25, 2025

News Briefs: Swine flu emergency ends

Santa Cruz County has declared that a local emergency relating to the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus is over.

Business Notes

Children’s store celebrates grand opening

Fact checking SLV Water District claims

At the Tuesday morning radio interview with KSCO’s Rosemary Chalmers, San Lorenzo Valley Water District Manager Brian Lee made several assertions that appeared to be at odds with Judge John Gallagher’s Dec. 13 decision.

Famous tank engine en route to Roaring Camp

Thomas the Tank Engine, the storybook locomotive from the imaginary island of Sodor, will visit Roaring Camp Railroads for two weekends starting Friday, July 30, to give train rides to fans of his long-running PBS series, “Thomas and Friends.”

Tiki King’s Ukuleles of Felton celebrates fifth anniversary

 When Pat Baron, the Tiki King, began his business, it was during a bad economy. Five years ago, people could not resist asking him, "Do you really think you can make it selling Ukuleles?"

Barring agreement, County employees will strike on Jan. 25

santa cruz county strike
SANTA CRUZ—Service Employees International Union Local 521, the union representing the majority of Santa Cruz County workers, has called for a strike after a majority of employees voted in favor of the action. While saying that they are still willing to negotiate, union officials say...

Ben Lomond B&B turns 25

For one Ben Lomond couple, history and hospitality go hand in hand.

Pastor Yabroff Returns To Santa Cruz Mountains

Martin Yabroff
The pastor who started St. Philip the Apostle Episcopal Church in Scotts Valley three-and-a-half decades ago has returned to the North County after 17 years away, and has taken up a flock in Ben Lomond. Martin Yabroff, 66, says all are welcome at St. Andrew’s...

Faultline Brewing joins Scotts Valley Hangar development

Faultline Brewing
With Covid-19 travel restrictions easing, borders opening and the relaxation of mask mandates at popular destinations, people are once again turning their attention to what used to be a familiar gateway for many Americans—the airport. For those who remain wary of venturing out into the...

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KION shutters news department without warning

KION TV abruptly shut down its news department this week after 56 years on the air. According to Managing Editor and Anchor Jeanette Bent, the...