Tag: community
Scotts Valley police launch school safety enforcement
Scotts Valley Police Department will be participating in “Operation Safe Passage” from August 6-14, with the goal of increasing the safety of students commuting...
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...
Letters to the Editor | Published July 31, 2026
Blum’s Leadership Helped Secure Fire Assessment
I would like to thank Interim Chief Isaac Blum for being such an inspiration to the volunteer firefighters, the...
News Briefs | Published July 31, 2026
Renegade Theater brings ‘Rocky Horror Show’ to Santa Cruz
Renegade Theater Company will celebrate the 50th anniversary of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with a...
Damians Ladder highlights community impact in annual report
Damians Ladder, a Scotts Valley-based nonprofit organization, has released its 2026 Annual Report, highlighting the impact of its home repair and property maintenance services...
KBCZ marks 10 years on the air with celebration
When KBCZ 89.3 FM first signed on in 2015, few could have predicted the impact a small community radio station would have on the...
Plain Talk About Food | Bagels and Lox—Oy Vey!
Contrary to the belief that Bagels and Lox were first contrived by the Jewish people, this delicious concoction made its way to America in...
Scotts Valley marks 60 years with weeklong celebration
When Scotts Valley celebrates its 60th birthday this August, the festivities will include music, cake, vintage cars, hiking, history and even a business scavenger...
Santa Cruz Gromshells win nationals again, leave lasting legacy beyond rink
On paper, the numbers are staggering. Thirty-four consecutive victories over two seasons. More than 4,200 points scored. A trip to the Junior Roller Derby...
Letters to the Editor | Published July 24, 2026
Every American Deserves Secure and Fair Elections
On July 16, President Trump addressed the nation where he presented allegations of foreign election interference and influence...
Dead body found near Zayante area
A dead body was found Wednesday morning in the Zayante area, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies responded around 8:30 a.m. on...
