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April 3, 2026

Property owners brace for increased fire fees

Within a month, property owners in unincorporated Santa Cruz County can expect to hear from the California State Board of Equalization that a $150 bill for a controversial fire protection fee is on its way.

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SLV students honored in scholarship competition

Terry Elizabeth Allen Beck: July 1, 1952 — Oct. 5, 2012

Terry Elizabeth Allen Beck

Carl’s Jr. to fill Wendy’s shoes

Progress is being made rapidly toward the opening of a Carl’s Jr. franchise in Scotts Valley.

Merger with SLV in question in Lompico Water race

Lompico voters have a choice among three incumbent candidates, who share a mission to clear the way for a vote on whether to merge with San Lorenzo Valley Water District, and three challengers, who are not ready to join the larger district.

‘Time Warp’ takes over Mountain Community Theater

It’s likely to get a little naughty at Park Hall starting Oct. 19 when Mountain Community Theater’s production of “The Rocky Horror Show” takes the stage.

Four seek two seats on SLV water board

While one appointed incumbent looks to hold onto her seat on the San Lorenzo Valley Water District board of directors, the retirement of a longtime board member has left another opening for a field that also featured three challenging candidates.

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Caltrans changes speed limits on portion of Highway 17

Caltrans announced March 18 that speed limits will change on a 0.74-mile segment along Highway 17 in Santa Cruz County, following a recent engineering...