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Scotts Valley
May 19, 2026

Scotts Valley seeks voter approval for biz tax change

You almost detect a hint of jealousy listening to City of Scotts Valley officials compare the revenue makeup of different local jurisdictions—for example looking...

Entries sought for annual Apple Pie Baking Contest (Briefs)

Have your apple pie announced as the “Best in Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley” on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the 47th annual...

Rescuers seek donations for wild horse rehab

A severely underweight horse (Serif), a wild alpine weanling (Jamaal) and an abused mustang (Willow) have been taken into the care of Canham Farm...

SVFPD asking voters to approve $24.5 million for station

Last November, the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District asked Scotts Valley voters to approve a bond to build a new southside fire station and...

2 Crow’s Nest victims critical, suspect on the loose

Nearly three weeks after the Aug. 8 double shooting after a beach party at the Crow’s Nest restaurant rattled the Santa Cruz community, no...

Plant These Low Water-Use Plants for Birds and Butterflies

It sure has been a hot summer. Starting back in May when we had a couple heat waves, the hot weather just hasn’t let...

Highway 9 paving project between Felton and Ben Lomond begins

A major maintenance paving project on Highway 9 began Aug. 19, taking place between Lazy Woods Road in Felton and California Drive in Ben...

Sex trafficking investigation prompts review of Boys & Girls Clubs’ policies

The man charged with contacting minors for sexual purposes he met while working for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County (BGCSCC)...

Temp signal on Highway 9 in Boulder Creek to activate Monday in support of wall construction

A project to repair the edge of the northbound lane of Highway 9 in Ben Lomond will necessitate installation of a temporary traffic signal...

Highway 9 paving project between Felton and Ben Lomond set to begin Monday

A major maintenance paving project on Highway 9 is scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 19. The paving project will take place between Lazy Woods...

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Johnson wins dismissal of attempted human trafficking charges, DA refiles

He was the sort of guy who could paint a sandwich board with a creative flair. He went by the moniker “Oakengard” and was...