Santa Cruz County Clerk Gail Pellerin joined other state election officials a week ago to urge Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to consolidate the special vacancy election in Senate District 15 with the Nov. 2 general election.
The former secretary and bookkeeper of the Lompico County Water District faces felony charges for allegedly stealing more than $4,900 in cash from the district during her employment.
The Scotts Valley City Council decided against asking voters to renew a quarter-cent sales tax, saying that the trust of the community is more important than extending the tax during an unyielding down economy.
Quilters from Judy’s Sewing Center have provided the latest exhibit for the Scotts Valley Library. Nearly 30 small wall-hanging-style quilts will adorn the library with color until June 25.
The Brook Lomond Iris Farm will open its gardens to the public for two days next week, May 15 and 16. The certified organic nursery has iris rhizomes for show and for sale in more than
Scott Weese, a division chief with Cal Fire CZU, spends plenty of time pouring over forest-fuel-environment maps and briefing safety crews on weather conditions.
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