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September 12, 2025

Softball coach heads north to spread message of inspiration

A well-known Scotts Valley softball coach is on his way to Oregon with a mission to help disabled children and their families realize their dreams.

Roaring Camp CEO turns over top spot to daughter

After 26 years as president and CEO of Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, Georgiana Clark announced last week that she is retiring as chief executive, ceding the title to her daughter.

Patricia Nicholas, Feb. 22, 1925 — Dec. 21, 2011

Services have been conducted for Patricia “Pat” Nicholas, 86, a Scotts Valley resident since 1977, who passed away Dec. 21.

Cal Fire continues burn ban in local communities

Due to the continuing lack of rain, Cal Fire officials continued the suspension of open-air burning in counties along the central California coast, including Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and Monterey counties.

Giving spirit

Local tech expert offers guided tours of Apple products

The rapid advancement and adoption of technology in all facets of modern life can be baffling and intimidating for greenhorn users. To battle that perception, Scotts Valley resident and tech support guru Doreen Lozano has begun offering classes to neophyte users of Apple’s popular iPad tablet to residents of Santa Cruz County.

Jean Undem March 15, 1933 — Nov. 24, 2011

Services will be Jan. 7 for longtime Scotts Valley resident Jean Undem, 78, who died Nov. 24, Thanksgiving morning, at her home.

Reporter’s Notebook: Boomer’s sounds off with Christmas cheer

My rarely-used warm gloves and knit cap proved surprisingly unnecessary the night of Saturday, Dec. 17, as I joined dozens of holiday revelers for an evening of carols and adventure.

Obituary: Arnold R. Gregg

Arnold R. Gregg

Conservation partnership buys large swath of redwoods

A deal is complete that will transfer ownership of the largest tract of privately owned land in Santa Cruz County to a collection of five local conservation groups.

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News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025

Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...