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October 10, 2026

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Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

2014 Holiday Guide: Agape Dance Studio presents free performances of ‘The Nutcracker’

For the first time in three years, Agape Dance Academy will be giving a pair of free performances of the beloved holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”

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Valley kids center throws summer carnival

Local woman pens guide to help kids eat well

Felton’s Sue Kuivanen has penned her first book, “Parent’s Diet Handbook,” an exploration of healthy eating for children with a backdrop of the San Lorenzo Valley.

City’s development cash tied up for years to come

The Scotts Valley City Council, acting in its role as the city’s redevelopment agency, adopted a budget for the 2011-12 fiscal year on June 15, against the backdrop of an uncertain future for local redevelopment agencies.

MCT’s ‘Robber Bridegroom’ Starts This Weekend

If you’re looking for some toe-tapping, heel-stomping fun in Ben Lomond, head to Park Hall to catch Mountain Community Theater’s (MCT) production of “The Robber Bridegroom.” This musical runs from Sept. 23 to Oct. 23, and has a cast and a soundtrack that’s sure...

The wine lover: Making sense of wine judging

The point system used in wine judging is often viewed with a sense of suspicion and ambiguity. Are the points that are awarded legitimate, and should we care? Many people see a 92 or 93 from Robert Parker or the Wine Spectator and immediately think the wine must be high end. Typically, this is a fair assumption, but just because a wine receives a high rating doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s the right wine for you.

Winter Preparedness: Wood Stove Change-Out Program

The terrible air quality from recent wildfires hundreds of miles away should serve as a reminder smoke from old, inefficient wood stoves have similar impacts, according to Chris Duymich, Air Quality Planner for the Monterey Bay Air Resources District.

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Farmers market to open with free shortcake

Hearing on tap for SV water rate hike

Directors of the Scotts Valley Water District will vote on a proposed water rate increase after hearing from the public next week.

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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. The...