New karaoke champion named
On February 9, the Ninth Annual Scotts Valley Idol contest that began on January 9, 2016 ended. Malone's Bar and Grille was packed with patrons who came from near and far to witness the karaoke competition.
Immel named VCUM board chair; search for executive director begins
A month after the passing of Valley Churches United Missions' founder and longtime Executive Director Annette Marcum, the organization's staff, volunteers, and board of directors are hard at work to continue her legacy.
Thrift shop remodeled in Felton
On Monday, April 8, the Abbot’s Thrift, Antique and Collectibles store in Felton re-opened its doors following a two-week spring cleaning and remodeling.
Safety in the mountains: Lessons learned from the Bear Creek Fire
The recreation room of the Boulder Creek Country Club was filled to capacity this last Wednesday with local residents eager to hear lessons learned from the Bear Fire. Local government showed up in full force for the Boulder Creek event.  CalFire Division Chief Rich Sampson, Boulder Creek Fire Chief Kevin McClish, and Chief Sheriff’s Deputy Craig Wilson made the presentation.  Supervisor Bruce McPherson and County Planner Matt Johnson also joined in.  Joe Christy, President of Fire Safety Santa Cruz County, moderated the panel and posed questions that attendees handed in anonymously on large index cards.
Scotts Valley graduate receives Teamsters scholarship
Violeta Dauksa of Scotts Valley has been named a recipient of a 2026 scholarship from the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Scholarship Fund.
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