Hermon Fire Felton Mt Hermon Road Scotts Valley Fire Local News 

Swift Response Contains Hermon Fire in Santa Cruz Mountains

On June 6, 2025, a vegetation fire, dubbed the Hermon Fire, ignited along Mount Hermon Road between Scotts Valley and Felton, scorching approximately 2.3 acres. Thanks to a rapid and coordinated response from multiple agencies, the blaze was fully contained by 1:36 p.m., preventing threats to structures and ensuring no injuries, according to Cal Fire CZU. The effort involved Cal… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Weekend Roundup: June 20-22

🎶Live Music Santa Cruz County! Here’s the roundup of concerts and live entertainment for Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22, 2025! We’ve rounded up all the great music we could find at Santa Cruz County’s best eateries and music venues and thrown in all the local festivals and fairs. There’s much to do in the Santa Cruz Mountains and… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Weekend Roundup: June 12-15

🎶Live Music Santa Cruz County! Here’s the roundup of concerts and live entertainment for Thursday, June 12 through Sunday, Father’s Day, June 15, 2025! We’ve rounded up all the great music we could find at Santa Cruz County’s best eateries and music venues and thrown in all the local festivals and fairs. There’s much to do in the Santa Cruz… Read More
Redwood Mountain Faire Felton San Lorenzo Valley Entertainment Festivals Music 

All Roads Lead to Roaring Camp: Redwood Mountain Faire Celebrates Community

By Julie Horner The legendary roots music festival was grown in the San Lorenzo Valley and has brought the entire Santa Cruz Mountains community together over the shared love of music and a heck of a good party year after year. Borne of an idea by mountain resident Julie Hendriks and taken up by her friend, Roaring Camp’s owner/operator, Georgiana… Read More
Column: MC Dwyer Columns Real Estate 

Economic Roller Coaster Impact on Spring’s Housing Market

By M.C. Dwyer As economic policy changes continue to be announced, the resulting gyrations in financial markets suggest that the latest strategies from the Administration have introduced economic risks and uncertainty.  “There’s so much uncertainty; things can quickly change,” said Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of REALTORS®. “Once conditions improve for mortgage rates and inventory, pent-up demand… Read More
Felton FIre Protection District board meeting Fire Recovery Local News Public Agencies 

Felton Fire Loses Chief, Service Contract with Ben Lomond

Some Felton firefighters have said the agency is not prepared to respond to 911 calls without Ben Lomond Fire’s support. (Photo Jesse Kathan — Santa Cruz Local) By Jesse Kathan, Santa Cruz Local This story was originally published by Santa Cruz Local. Sign up for their weekly newsletters. Felton Fire Board of Directors meetings FELTON >> Ben Lomond Fire directors… Read More
MEHKO Santa Cruz Business Food & Drink 

MEHKOs: The Future of Homegrown Food Entrepreneurship

By Penny Ellis Imagine a world where food, health, and wellness are prioritized. A world where meals are prepared with care, pride, and a deep sense of community. Picture the joy of sitting down with others and sharing the flavors of a home-cooked meal, knowing it’s been crafted with intention. There’s something undeniably special about a well-prepared homemade dish, whether… Read More