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An investigation by the Santa Cruz County civil grand jury into alcohol use by Scotts Valley High School students recommended that the district foster more alcohol and drug intervention, rather than rely on a strict zero-tolerance policy.

The Bonny Doon Elementary School District has found a replacement for much-loved Principal and Superintendent Gail Levine, who retired this year amid health concerns.

With all money for capital projects seized by the state for the next five years, the Santa Cruz County Metropolitan Trabsut District may look for sponsorships to erect bus shelters in San Lorenzo Valley, according to district General Manager Les White.

It can pay to replace an older wood stove.

The Lompico County Water District board of directors approved a $15 increase to the ready-to-serve charge at its meeting on June 22. The new ready-to-serve charge is $74.75 every two months. The new fee will be seen on the next round of billing.

The site of the proposed Target superstore in Scotts Valley will face foreclosure on July 1 if land owner Title Two Investment Corp. does not pay more than $310,100 it owes the city in back property taxes.