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October 12, 2026

Martial artist earns seventh degree black belt

Master Yong Soon Choi of Choi’s Tae Kwan Do in Scotts Valley, has earned what only a handful of women in California have dreamed of. In June, she completed testing with her instructor and finished the written and physical requirements to be awarded her seventh dan black belt in Tae Kwan Do. The seventh dan is two steps away from the highest level of black belt.

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Scotts Valley wrestlers fall to Aptos

2013-14 Santa Cruz County Grand Jury Receives Prestigious Reporting Award

The California Grand Jurors’ Association has granted the Robert Geiss Excellence in Reporting Award for 2015 to the 2013-14 Santa Cruz County Grand Jury for its report, “Desalination and Alternatives: Water for a Thirsty County.”

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!

San Lorenzo Valley & Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs (October 2015)

Tuesdays, noon at the Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, across from Rite-Aid, 335-6900.“Free Lunch Tuesday.”Tuesdays through Saturdays (also 4th Mondays). At the Valley Churches United, Food Pantry and Food Distribution programs.Tuesday –Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. The 1st and 3rd Fridays 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. are for seniors only. USDA Distribution on 4th Monday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For SLV, Scotts Valley, and Bonny Doon residents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258.Wednesdays, 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at 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. at the St. John’s Catholic Church, down from Rite-Aid, Highway 9 and Russell, Felton. 335-4657. “Thursday Lunch.”Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mountain Community Resources, 6134 Highway 9, across from Rite Aid, Felton. 335-6600. Food Distribution.Thursdays, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. 438-4360. Food Distribution.Fridays, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00  p.m. at the Gate Way Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. 438-0646. "Fridays at Five" food distribution.Sunday, October 18, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Redwood Christian Center, 6869 Highway 9, Felton (at Fall Creek Dr., near San Lorenzo Valley High School). 335-5307. Lunch.Sunday, October 25, 2:00 p.m. at the 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 Frday) and Scotts Valley (Wednesday). Meals delivered (if eligible). Reservation required, $2.50 requested donation, for age 60+ (limited exceptions). www.communitybridges.org/meals 464-3180Grey 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 479-1055Except as noted, all programs are free of charge — Phone numbers provided because schedules are subject to change.Submit Changes/Additions to slvsvmeals@gmail.com  

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Falcons take top spots

The Scotts Valley doubles team of Jack Beyke and Ryan Miller on the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League doubles tennis title on Wednesday, April 24 at Seascape Resort.

Falcons on winning track despite injury

Even with star guard Alex Price knocked out for the season with a knee injury, the Scotts Valley High varsity girls basketball team just keeps winning.

Wrestling preview: Locals hit the mat

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