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Month: August 2024

Forest pine fir Environment Fire Recovery Local News 

California’s Questionable Approach To Fire Mitigation

Jessica Keating
By Jessica Keating This story explores the interconnections between fire, native plant species, policy, and fire prevention.  The heat, smoke, and soil disruption following fire act as a catalyst to certain plant species which are referred to as ‘fire-following.’ Some of these plant species, such as native wildflowers, bring beauty and awe to our region. These flowers teach us that… Read More
Brian Frus San Lorenzo Valley Water District Local News Water 

San Lorenzo Valley Water District Interim Manager Resigns

Julie Horner,
In a statement released Wednesday, August 28, 2024 the San Lorenzo Valley Water District announced that the SLVWD Board has accepted the resignation of Interim District General Manager, Brian Frus. The Felton resident and registered civil engineer was appointed as Interim General Manager in November 2023 after longtime GM Rick Rogers retired. Frus’ role included overseeing repair to infrastructure impacted by the… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz Live Music Weekend Roundup: August 29 – September 2

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! The weekend roundup of concerts and festivals. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide for Labor Day 2024. By Julie Horner Thursday, August 29 Los Rasquaches and Raul Pacheco of OzomatliSlough Brewing Collective (Buena Vista)Thursday, August 29 | Doors 5:0065 Hangar Way D, Watsonville Point of Order at Alice’s RestaurantThursday, August 29 | 5:00 – 7:3017288 Skyline… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz Live Music Weekend Roundup: August 22 – August 25

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! The weekend roundup of concerts and festivals. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Thursday, August 22 Whiskey Hill Billies at Alice’s RestaurantThursday, August 22 | 5:00 – 7:3017288 Skyline Blvd, Woodside Clear Sage Leaf at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, August 22 | 5:00 – 8:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Joe Jester at Chaminade Resort… Read More
water district rate increase Commentary Election 2024 Infrastructure Local News Water 

SLV Voters Face a Water District Rate Initiative this Fall

Jayme Ackemann
By Jayme Ackemann The voters of San Lorenzo Valley face a crucial decision in the November election: do they want a reliable water system that delivers fresh, safe water every time they turn on their taps, or do they risk ending up with inconsistent and unreliable service like their neighbors in Big Basin? A small group of residents is opposing… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz Live Music Weekend Roundup: August 15 – August 18

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! The weekend roundup of concerts and festivals. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Thursday, August 15 Erica Sunshine Lee at Alice’s RestaurantThursday, August 15 | 5:00 – 7:3017288 Skyline Blvd, Woodside Luke Disalvo at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, August 15 | 5:00 – 8:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Lucas Lawson at Chaminade Resort &… Read More
Monty's Log Cabin Arcadia Film Local News 

Monty’s Log Cabin Featured in Short Film

Julie Horner
Locals Tapped as Bar Scene Extras By Julie Horner The announcement on backstage.com read: “Seeking real people in Santa Cruz to play background roles in an overnight shoot dive bar scene at Monty’s Log Cabin.” The project: Arcadia, a short film written and directed by New York-based filmaker and playwright Chloe Xtina and produced by independent, female-strong Blackdove Pictures, with… Read More