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September 27, 2025

Measure U passes by wide margin

Voters in Scotts Valley overwhelmingly voted Tuesday to approve Measure U, a temporary sales tax meant to preserve city services against the backdrop of a bleak budgetary crisis.

Graham Hill Road in Felton subject to delays

Graham Hill Road at the Mount Hermon Road intersection in Felton could face traffic delays of up to an hour today and tomorrow while county crews repair a water utility there.

Emergency alerts available in SV

The Scotts Valley Police Department is urging residents to subscribe to a free communications tool that will provide them with emergency notifications and other useful information.

State budget crisis puts teachers on cutting block in Scotts Valley

California's state budget is taking its toll on Scotts Valley schools.

‘No Preference’ is fastest growing political party

When the voter registration books were closed prior to the last Presidential Election, a record number of voters – 158,641 – were registered in Santa Cruz County.

Scotts Valley Police Department seeking new officer candidates

Scotts Valley Chief of Police John Weiss is looking for a few good people to join the department. He admits he is having a difficult time finding applicants for four positions:  two entry-level police officers and two police dispatchers.

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Ham radio operators set to sharpen skills

Amateur radio operators from all parts of Santa Cruz County will descend upon Cal Fire’s Ben Lomond training camp the weekend of June 22 and 23 for a refresher training course in emergency broadcasting. The general public is invited to attend.

Add Mediterranean to Scotts Valley’s culinary melting pot

Although Greek Fusion food is becoming a recognizable name in Santa Cruz County, it is now a valley staple. The newly opened Cafe Hanna showcases the healthier side of Greek cuisine, without losing an ounce of the taste.

Newsom: California economy ‘fully reopening’ June 15

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday announced that the state is “setting our eyes on fully reopening by June 15—with commonsense measures like masking.” Newsom made the announcement via Twitter, and reiterated the state’s plan to eventually forgo the current four-tiered, color-coded reopening system during...

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News Briefs | Published Sept. 26, 2025

Music at Skypark wraps up 16th season this Sunday The free outdoor Music at Skypark concert series concludes its 16th season this Sunday, Sept. 28,...