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Henflings Firehouse Tavern

Julie Horner,
By Julie Horner On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the Santa Cruz Mountains celebrated a rebirth of one of its most treasured community hubs, Henflings Tavern. Mario Ibarra, who also owns Aroma Restaurant in Ben Lomond and business partner Antonio Hernandez, who owns Avenue Cafe in Capitola were the honorees of the day; Mario cut the ribbon commemorating the next chapter… Read More
Local News Wildlife 

Albert the White Peacock of Boulder Creek

Julie Horner,
By Julie Horner On November 23, 2024 Boulder Creek’s wonderful wild white peacock was predated by a mountain lion. Neighbors reported that Albert was taken by a puma in the area of the Redwood Resort campgrounds at the south end of Boulder Creek. Albert lived free in this quiet residential neighborhood in the Santa Cruz Mountains, choosing secluded backyards to… Read More
highway 17 wildlife crossing Environment Local News 

Highway 17 Wildlife and Trail Crossings Project Moves Forward

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The long-anticipated Highway 17 Wildlife and Trail Crossing Project reached a significant milestone with completion of the environmental review by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen). This is a significant step forward for this project that will enhance both wildlife health and safety and recreational access across the heavily used Highway 17 in an area that is a known… Read More
slv mama bears Local News Recreation Sports 

SLV’s Mama Bears: A Growing Community of Empowered, Athletic Moms

Mary Andersen
By Mary Andersen In the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, a unique group of San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School moms came together in the middle of the pandemic to form Team Mama Bear — a volunteer-led triathlon club for local moms who want to challenge themselves and connect with one another. Founded in 2022, by Anne Less, Jackie Fogerty,… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Roundup: November 29 – December 1

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! Here’s the weekend roundup for Thanksgiving weekend November 29 through December 1, 2024! Enjoy! Friday, November 29 Bob Burnett at MJA Vineyards Westside Tasting RoomFridays | 3:30 – 6:30Ingalls St., Santa Cruz Michael Gaither Duo at Discretion BrewingFriday, November 29 | 4:30 – 6:302703 41st Ave Ste. A, Soquel Three on the Tree at San Gregorio… Read More
Ben Lomond Transfer Station landfill Local News Resource 

Ben Lomond CRV Redemption Services to End July 2025

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BEN LOMOND TRANSFER STATION AND RECYCLING CENTER TO REMAIN OPEN California Redemption Value (CRV) redemption services at the Ben Lomond Transfer Station will end on July 1, 2025, although the station and its Recycling Center will remain open. The transfer station’s recycling center will continue to accept CRV beverage containers for recycling, but it will no longer offer cash refunds… Read More
Bigfoot Museum Felton California Local News Main Street SLV Real Estate Commercial Valley People 

Iconic Bigfoot Museum Building on the Market

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Felton Roadside Attraction to Evolve By Julie Horner The two-room building at the corner of Highway 9 and San Lorenzo Avenue that currently houses the Bigfoot Discovery Museum is for sale. Located near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, the 390 square foot single family residence was built in 1949 on a 3,398 square foot lot that includes a fenced side… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Roundup: Weekend November 21 – November 24

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! Here’s the weekend roundup for Thursday, November 14 through Sunday, November 17! 🎸🎶 Thursday, November 21 Ted Welty Solo at Jack O’Neill LoungeThursday, November 21 | 4:00 – 7:00175 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz Hot Club Pacific Swing Jazz at Gayle’s BakeryThursdays | 5:00 – 7:15504 Bay Ave., Capitola This Way Up at Alice’s RestaurantThursday, November… Read More