Scotts Valley doc still focused on Haiti
In May, Dr. William Mears spent a week in Haiti working eight-hour medical shifts from a mobile clinic. Even though half a year has passed since the quake that left 1 million people displaced, Mears said, the country is still in shambles.
SBA loans for residences, businesses
Victims of mudslides and frustrated private road owners suffering from the February storms with little or no insurance protection may now apply for low-interest Small Business Association (SBA) loans.
Felton Music Hall Continues Pandemic Rebound
Thomas Cussins, president of Ineffable Music, wants to thank the community of San Lorenzo Valley for keeping Felton Music Hall’s doors open. As other entertainment venues have struggled—and faltered—during the crush of the pandemic, Felton Music Hall has stood strong.
Cussins, who is the managing...
News Briefs | Published July 18, 2025
San Lorenzo Valley Museum launches ‘FaceTime’ portrait exhibition
San Lorenzo Valley Museum opened its new portrait exhibit, “FaceTime,” on June 20 at the Grace Episcopal Gallery in Boulder Creek. Running through Nov. 30, the exhibit showcases artwork and photographs of local residents spanning a century,...
Music on the Mountain, a big hit
On September 13, the Performing Arts Center at San LorenzoValleyHigh School was filled to capacity with people waiting to hear Michel Singher conduct Espressivo. The music that was played represented 18th, 19th and 20th century composers. The sounds of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jacques Ibert, Richard Wagner and Paul Hindemith were full of frivolity, power, tenderness and a touch of all that is wild.
San Lorenzo Valley Water District to support a merger with the Lompico County Water District
At their August 20, Board Meeting, San Lorenzo Valley Water District presented Resolution 8 (15-16) to support a merger with Lompico County Water District. The terms of the resolution specify how the “capital financial considerations are (to be) enforced.”
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...