Apple-A-Day celebration returns Sept. 9 at Felton Farmers’ Market
Felton Farmers’ Market hosts the Apple-A-Day Festival on Tuesday, Sept. 9, a celebration honoring the apple.
This event has become a beloved tradition over the past decade, and we love rolling it out in the late summer when the days are warm and apple varieties...
Santa Cruz photographers unveil striking ‘Through Our Eyes’ exhibit
Santa Cruz County is all about its art, and Image Crafters, a collective of photographers based in Santa Cruz County who share a passion for the power of the printed image, are thrilled to bring their imagery to life at “Through Our Eyes 2025,”...
New radio play brings Edison’s lost invention back to life
What if a forgotten invention by Thomas Edison could reach across time to connect the living with the dead? That’s the premise of “The Spirit Box,” a brand-new six-part radio play premiering on KBCZ 89.3 FM Boulder Creek on Sunday, Aug. 31, at noon.
Though...
Redwood Mountain Faire celebrates 2025 fundraising success
Redwood Mountain Faire (RMF) has been a long-standing institution in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The first festivals in 1980 were one-day events held in April at Highlands Park in Ben Lomond as a way to showcase the local artist community. Originally called the Redwood...
Concert series returns for 16th season this Sunday at Skypark in Scotts Valley
Scotts Valley’s beloved outdoor concert series, “Music at Skypark,” is back for its 16th season, promising lively music, community gathering and support for local arts education.
The free, all-volunteer event kicks off on Sunday, Aug. 24, at Skypark, located in the heart of Scotts Valley,...
Santa Cruz County celebrates 100th Firewise USA community
The Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County has announced that West Bonny Doon Road in Bonny Doon has been officially recognized as the 100th Firewise USA community in the county.
This milestone marks a major achievement in wildfire preparedness and community resilience, making Santa...
Scotts Valley Fire District promotes Collins to fire marshal
Scotts Valley Fire Protection District has announced the promotion of Deputy Fire Marshal Erin Collins to the position of fire marshal, effective June 21.
Collins joined the district in 2022, bringing over two decades of fire prevention experience. Upon joining, she developed an ambitious inspection...
Former SJPD officers shine at USPC powerlifting competition in Scotts Valley
Two retired San Jose Police Department officers demonstrated their strength and competitive spirit at the USPC Powerlifting Federation’s national event on July 19.
Former SJPD Assistant Chief Walter Adkins, now 81, and retired Sgt. Phil Crawford, 80, both made remarkable showings in the Masters 80-plus...
Scotts Valley police participate in Operation Safe Passage
Scotts Valley Police Department is participating in Operation Safe Passage, which began Aug. 7 and continues through Aug. 15. The goal of the operation is to increase the safety of students commuting to and from school at the beginning of the new school year.
During...
Residents mark 5 years since CZU Fire with art and reflection
The year 2025 marks the fifth anniversary of the CZU Fire that destroyed homes and lives and left years of heartache and turmoil in its wake.
Locals are encouraged to turn away from the trauma at the “Healing Through Art & Community” event Saturday, Aug....
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...