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Protests erupted throughout the country in response to the killing of George Floyd on May 25th.  Unrest against racist violence in the police force have ranged from peaceful to riots and looting throughout United States, and have even taken place in the UK, New Zealand, Japan, Australia, Germany, and Denmark.  While this worldwide phenomenon develops, it’s also occurring across Santa Cruz County.  We had our own moment in the spotlight, as a photo of the Santa Cruz City Police Chief, Andy Mills, kneeling during a protest has gone viral.  Many groups of protestors have gathered these past few days at the clock tower in Santa Cruz, marched down Pacific Avenue, Cedar, Soquel, and Water Streets.  Protests have moved into our valley as well.  On May 31st, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., a march took place from the Felton Covered Bridge Park to the intersection of Highway 9 and Graham Hill Road.  Look for an article in next week’s edition for further coverage.

On the campaign trail since November, Eric Hammer has kicked his run for the District 5 seat on the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors into high gear as the June election draws closer.

Karen Diamond, owner of Virgo Rising in Felton, said Black Friday — the Friday after Thanksgiving and the busiest shopping day of the year — is often a nonevent for local stores.

In recent years, the Scotts Valley Police Department has found itself somewhat shorthanded, as several officers and sworn staff have left for other positions or outright retirement.

“Spamalot,” a musical play lovingly adapted from the motion picture “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” is all ready to make its Park Hall debut this Friday at 8 p.m. in Ben Lomond.

Firefighters from Scotts Valley and Felton returned safely from the Loma fire this week, after battling the blaze for six days.