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October 29, 2026

First years of Highway 9 route had mudslides

The cavalcade left downtown Santa Cruz precisely at noon on May Day 1868.  The wagon of the Cornet Band led the way, rousing the citizens in carriages and on horseback with a variety of patriotic strains and lively airs. The celebration marked the opening of the San Lorenzo Road, forerunner of Highway 9.

Healthy living: Healthy frozen summer treats

Summer heat inspires cravings for foods that are cool and refreshing, which too often means sugary popsicles, ice cream, and oversized smoothies. This summer, cool down and stay healthy with homemade, portion-perfect popsicles. Both kids and adults will love these!

Valley Poetry: ‘Garden Tale’

Garden Tale

How local news covers tragedy

How local news covers a tragedy

Felton martial artist receives Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt

Alex Ross, owner of Santa Cruz Mountain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, received his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Friday, Aug. 8 at his Felton academy.

Sports Shorts

Cougar softball takes third

How a water district prepares for drought

After last year’s heavy rainfall and severe flooding, it is appearing that the state is heading towards another period of drought.

Well collapses in Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley Water District announced this week that one of its wells caved in 900 feet underground, forcing the district to dig a new well.

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Hearing for convicted rapist Michael Cheek postponed until January

On Wednesday just before noon at the Summit Store, all anyone seemed to be talking about was the upcoming court hearing for the potential release...