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The San Lorenzo Valley Post is your essential guide to life in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We're dedicated to delivering the latest news, events, and stories that matter to our community. From local government to schools, from environmental issues to the arts, we're committed to providing comprehensive and unbiased coverage. We believe in the power of community journalism and strive to be a platform for diverse voices.

San Lorenzo Valley High School boys golf Schools Sports 

Golf fundraiser at Boulder Creek Golf Club to support SLV boys golf

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Four-person scramble and spaghetti feed set for Sunday, September 20 Boulder Creek Golf Club will host a four-person scramble on Sunday, September 20, to raise money for the San Lorenzo Valley High School Boys Golf Team. Proceeds cover range balls, apparel and equipment, tournament entry fees, team bags and transportation to matches. The tournament begins with a 3:30 p.m. shotgun… Read More
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Residents Invited to Help Make Roads Safer for Wildlife

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The Santa Cruz County Fish and Wildlife Advisory Commission has launched Safe Passage Santa Cruz, a community science project asking residents to help identify the places where wildlife is most often killed or injured crossing county roads. Using the free iNaturalist app, community members can upload photos and report observations of roadkill, injured wildlife and other wildlife-road interactions. Those reports… Read More
Santa Cruz County Fair Events Festivals 

Apple Pies and Starry Skies: The 2026 Santa Cruz County Fair Kicks Off Wednesday

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It’s Fair time, Santa Cruz County! The 2026 Santa Cruz County Fair opens this Wednesday, September 16, bringing five fun-filled days to Watsonville under this year’s theme, “Apple Pies and Starry Skies.” From monster trucks and hometown concerts to a brand-new drone show and the treats you wait all year for, here’s what you need to know before you go.… Read More
water resources control board Local News Water 

New California law will Ban watering nonfunctional grass beginning Jan. 1, 2027

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California has banned using treated drinking water to water grass that nobody actually uses, including the decorative strips around parking lots, office buildings, and street medians on non-residential properties. Your own yard is not affected. The state is adapting to a drier, hotter climate by making systemic changes to save more water, and the ban aims to eliminate using drinking… Read More
Brookdale Post Office Government Local News 

US Postal Service to Close Brookdale Post Office Permanently

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USPS wants to close the Brookdale Post Office permanently. Speak up by Sept. 11. USPS has mailed notices to Brookdale (95007) customers confirming what many suspected: the Postal Service intends to permanently close the Brookdale Post Office because of irreparable damage to the building. Retail services have been suspended there since December 13, 2024, and in-person service will continue at… Read More