Scotts Valley Kiwanis helps Valley Churches keep food fresh with new fridge
When Valley Churches United Executive Director Danny Reber came to a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Scotts Valley, he expected to talk about ways the service club could help.
What he didn’t expect was for the conversation to lead to a much-needed commercial...
Ben Lomond’s oldest church finalizing 125th birthday plans
In Maj. Rolin C. Watkins’ “History of Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, California,” he traces the emergence of Ben Lomond as a vibrant outpost.
“On the way to Boulder Creek one can stop at Ben Lomond, a town comparatively new in 1892, located under the...
Common Roots Farm raises funds for accessible barn
At Common Roots Farm in Santa Cruz, the work of growing food has always been about more than what comes out of the soil: it is about connection, purpose and creating opportunities for people with disabilities to contribute to their community.
Now, the farm is...
Blue Plaque honors Ben Lomond County Park this Saturday
Ben Lomond County Park has been awarded a Blue Plaque by the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History recognizing the park’s historic significance.
The Ben Lomond Village Alliance will celebrate the designation during the Ben Lomond Village Market on Saturday, Sept. 5, at noon....
Unopposed San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board candidates celebrate upcoming seats
With November elections rapidly approaching, those with political aspirations are beefing up their personal appearances to clamor for funds from campaign supporters. One such fundraiser was slated for Cheryl Adams, Rick Rogers and Bob Russ, all of whom are vying for the three open...
‘Hamlet’ side characters get their turn in the spotlight in ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead’
The live theater scene in Santa Cruz has one more attraction for those who prefer the stage over the screen as “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” enters its third and final weekend of performances at Santa Cruz Actors’ Theatre.
This farcical Shakespeare-adjacent tale isn’t heavy...
Scotts Valley student turns poolside problem into healthy-habits book series
At 16 years old, Scotts Valley’s Tomas Dauksa is already thinking like an entrepreneur, but his latest business venture began with a problem he noticed at a local swimming pool.
Last summer, while working as a lifeguard at Mount Hermon Conference Center in Felton, Dauksa...
Zayante couple uses 40-year film project to help protect Park Hall
Ben Lomond is a town full of good things: restaurants, home and garden stores, a weekly farmers market and Park Hall, an event space that hosts musical talents, theater groups and private gatherings. The one thing that Park Hall doesn’t offer, however, is a...
Scotts Valley festival evolves under new chamber leader
When Kelly Gavin took over as executive director of the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce last August, she picked an unusual day to begin her new job.
It was the first day of the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival.
“Inside the chamber, we refer...
Nearly 6 years after CZU Fire, Boulder Creek resident returns to rebuilt home
Boulder Creek resident Tonia Weakland stood before a gathering of volunteers, supporters and friends on July 29 to celebrate a years-long effort: the opening of a new front door.
Weakland was one of hundreds who lost their home in the CZU Lightning Complex Fire in...
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...
