nws bay area february 2023 Local News Weather 

Storm Resources for Saturday Feb 3 to Monday Feb 5

The National Weather Service is forecasting several inches of rain and powerful winds beginning late Saturday and into Monday. Expect downed trees, power outages, and possible flooding of local creeks and rivers. Below are some resources to help you prepare for the storm: Preparedness Checklist View the county’s storm preparedness checklist. Emergency Alerts Receive local emergency alerts to your phone… Read More
Columns Music 

These Dreams: Redwood Groove Rocks

Local Santa Cruz Mountains Band Gets Ready to Roll By Julie Horner There’s no resume,” Brad Andersohn said. “It’s the path traveled.” Brad and his wife and musical partner Debra Lee Andersohn are founding members of Redwood Groove, a band with roots in the Santa Cruz Mountains and influenced by the venerable sounds of the glory days of KSJO and… Read More
John Burton remembranch Columns Music Obituaries Valley People 

Peace Out: Remembering John Burton

“Life is a flicker. Burn bright as you can, while you can. Shine Light. Fly free my Brother, my friend, my bandmate, drummer and percussionist extraordinaire John Burton” – Ed Levy By Julie Horner Ben Lomond drummer John Burton was remembered with two public celebrations of life this winter, one at Joe’s Bar, the other at the Brookdale Lodge. According… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: February 1-4

The weekend roundup of concerts and shows for the Santa Cruz area. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Thursday, February 1 Sony Holland at Wine Bar 107 at TestarossaThursday, February 1 | 5:00 – 7:00300 College Ave., Los Gatos Matt Hartle & Friends at Discretion Brewing1st Thursdays | 5:30 – 7:302703 41st Ave Ste. A, Soquel Slow… Read More
Big Basin Water Local News Water 

Big Basin Water Secures $850,000 Grant

Serviam by Wright LLP, the court-appointed receiver to Big Basin Water Company (BBWC) has secured an $850,000 state grant from the California Department of Water Resources’ Small Community Drought Relief Program. The funding has been awarded to help assure access to safe drinking water for the Boulder Creek community served by BBWC for the immediate future. “This funding, which my… Read More
Business Food & Drink Main Street SLV 

Humble Sea Tavern Reopens

Community Embraces Felton Taproom By Julie Horner Taking a breath to regroup, Humble Sea Tavern in the old Cremer House building near the corner of Graham Hill and Highway 9 in downtown Felton has reopened for weekend pours. They’re focusing on serving their award-winning craft brews, select wines, and artisanal cocktails Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and featuring a fresh food… Read More
Business 

Mountain Sangha Yoga Studio Opens in Boulder Creek

By Julie Horner Yoga and Pilates instructor Shanon Farney has brought her vision to fruition. She and business partner Charmaine BuenoDeVivo, a fellow Boulder Creek resident and mindful movement instructor and nutritionist have opened Mountain Sangha yoga, Pilates, and dance community. Located on the south end of historic downtown Boulder Creek, the studio is tucked into a quiet business center… Read More