Mild county turnout for election
About a quarter of the registered voters in Santa Cruz County turned out in this week’s gubernatorial primary election that included five state propositions and local races for judge and county supervisor.
To the polls!
Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo voters went to the polls today to cast their votes in the California primary election.
Highway 9 closure begins today
The three-to-five month closure of Highway 9 between Felton and Santa Cruz began today. Businesses along the Highway 9 corridor remain open, but traffic including walkers and cyclists must take alternate routes.
Missing Ben Lomond teen found after 9 days
Sierra Rose Mercer, 15, is home safe and sound after going missing for nine days.
Ben Lomond 15-year-old missing after eight days
A Ben Lomond man’s 15-year-old daughter has been missing since May 26.
Accident victim files $72M claim against Scotts Valley
The city of Scotts Valley faces a $72 million claim for defective roads after a car crash left a woman with multiple injuries and severe brain damage.
Entrepreneurs pop up in San Lorenzo Valley
Three San Lorenzo Valley entrepreneurs have started unconventional businesses and are confident they will weather the lingering economic storm.
Locals excel in county mathematics contest
Students from Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley middle schools, Baymonte Christian School and Boulder Creek and Brook Knoll elementary schools came away with honors at the 43rd annual Santa Cruz County Math Contest last month.
Grand jury: Lompico County Water District should merge with SLV
In a penetrating report following an eight-month investigation, the Santa Cruz County Grand Jury recommends that the Lompico County Water District continue to evaluate and, if appropriate, pursue a merger with the San Lorenzo Valley Water District.
Central Coast Good Fire Fair returns Saturday to Henry Cowell Redwoods...
California State Parks will host the third Central Coast Good Fire Fair and demonstration burn Saturday, Oct. 10, at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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