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June 25, 2026

Dressed for a test

As Scotts Valley Middle School students sharpen their No. 2 pencils for statewide testing, their teachers are showing solidarity with smelly T-shirts.

News Briefs: Harrington appointed to Lompico water board

Rick Harrington was appointed to the Lompico County Water District board of directors at its April 20 meeting.

Perking up Ben Lomond Park

A major upgrade to Ben Lomond Park is in the works after county parks allotted more than $400,000 in noncompetitive grant money to complete a first round of upgrades in the park.

Felton, Boulder Creek libraries in jeopardy

Felton and Boulder Creek could lose their neighborhood library branches as the Santa Cruz Public Libraries system grapples with an ever-shrinking budget.

Scotts Valley library friends aim to raise $250K

The Scotts Valley chapter of the Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries has launched a capital campaign to raise $250,000 to outfit the new Scotts Valley Library.

Two Scotts Valley principals step down

Two familiar administrators in the Scotts Valley School District will retire in June to pursue activities outside the realm of public schools.

Dispatch Log: Suspect in child abuse case out on bail

Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Office

News Briefs: Swine flu emergency ends

Santa Cruz County has declared that a local emergency relating to the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus is over.

Valley People: SV students in running for national scholarship

Five juniors from Scotts Valley High School have met the requirements to enter the 2011 National Merit Scholarship Program based on strong Preliminary SAT scores. 

Business Notes: Zimbabwe art on local display

Santa Cruz County Bank has a new art exhibit on display. “Circle of Life” will be shown in bank locations across the county, including the Scotts Valley branch at 4604 Scotts Valley Drive.

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News Briefs | Published June 19, 2026

Candidate forums planned ahead of November election Santa Cruz County Clerk/Elections Department and local city clerks are inviting residents interested in running for office in...