Scott Valley budget faces long-term challenges
The City of Scotts Valley has adopted a roughly $12 million budget that maintains services in the short term, while planning for an uncertain future.
Redwood Mountain Faire awards record $75K to nonprofits
The annual celebration of the 2026 Redwood Mountain Faire at Roaring Camp Railroads has come and gone, but for nearly 20 nonprofit organizations across the San Lorenzo Valley, the positive impact is only just beginning.
During a check presentation ceremony on July 27, organizers announced...
July San Lorenzo Valley & Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs
Tuesdays, noon. Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, across from Rite-Aid, 335-6900. “Free Lunch Tuesday.”Tuesdays through Saturdays (also fourth Mondays). Valley Churches United, Food Pantry and Food Distribution programs. Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (closed Saturday July 4). First and third Fridays 9 to 11 a.m. are for seniors only. USDA Distribution on fourth Mondays from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. For SLV, Scotts Valley, and Bonny Doon residents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258.Wednesdays, 12 to 2 p.m. San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Dr., Scotts Valley (next to the fire station), 438-3633. Food Distribution.Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. St. John’s Catholic Church, down from Rite-Aid, Highway 9 and Russell, Felton. 335-4657. “Thursday Lunch.”Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mountain Community Resources, 6134 Highway 9, across from Rite-Aid, Felton. 335-6600. Food Distribution.Thursdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m., St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. 438-4360. Food Distribution.Fridays, 5 to 6 p.m. GateWay Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. 438-0646. "Frfidays at Five" food distribution.Sunday, July 26, 2 p.m. SS Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 9980 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, north of town, 336-2228. Dinner. Meals on Wheels, hot meals at dining centers in Ben Lomond (Monday through Friday) and Scotts Valley (Wednesday). Meals delivered (if eligible). Reservation required, $2.50 requested donation, for age 60+ (limited exceptions). www.communitybridges.org/meals (464-3180)Grey Bears Brown Bag Program, weekly bag of produce to be picked up in Ben Lomond, Felton, or Scotts Valley. Delivery available for homebound seniors. $30 annual membership fee, for age 55+. www.greybears.org (479-1055). Except as noted, all programs are free of charge -- Schedules are subject to change. Contact: slvsvmeals@gmail.com
Scotts Valley wrestling: not just for the boys
When a wrestler takes the mat they are expected to exhibit a certain warrior like composure that is normally reserved for the boys of our era. The problem for many wrestlers in the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League is that the girls from Scotts Valley keep beating them.
The Mountain Gardener: In ‘perfect garden,’ plantings flow with natural contours
How many beautiful gardens can one visit on one vacation?
Cougar boys top Falcons 63-47 in SCCAL play
In their first Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League meetup in the 2014-15 season, the San Lorenzo Valley High School varsity boys defeated the rival Falcons on the road in Scotts Valley Tuesday night.
Boulder Creek gains federal Opportunity Zone status
Boulder Creek has received a federal Opportunity Zone designation, opening new opportunities to attract private investment, support local businesses and strengthen the community’s long-term...













