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Bruce McPherson Reflects on Three Terms as 5th District Supervisor

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Moving into the final month of a 12-year tenure as your Fifth District Supervisor, I can’t help but reflect on the many good things our community has accomplished – as well as the many hardships we have endured – all by working together. This District, and really the whole of Santa Cruz County, looks much different than it did when… Read More
Borelli book Books Local News 

Local Author Elizabeth Borelli Embraces the Mediterranean Lifestyle in Her New Book

Mary Andersen
By Mary Andersen Elizabeth Borelli, a local author and certified plant-based nutrition coach, is making waves in the wellness world with the release of her highly anticipated book, Tastes Like La Dolce Vita: Embracing the Mediterranean Lifestyle for a Healthier You. The book, slated for release this month, offers readers an inspiring journey into Mediterranean-inspired wellness, blending vibrant flavors, cultural… Read More
Entertainment Live Music Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Roundup: New Year’s Eve 2024

Julie Horner, ,
🎶 Live Music Santa Cruz! 🎶 The New Year’s Eve roundup of concerts. Here’s an easy at-a-glance music guide for Santa Cruz County! Whether you’re into rock, jazz, folk, or country, the SLV Post’s live music roundup has something for everyone. 🎀🥳 🎸 Tuesday, December 31 B-Movie Kings New Year’s Eve PartyCork and Fork🕒 6:00 | 📍312-B Capitola Ave, Capitola NEW… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Weekend Roundup: December 26 – 31

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! Here’s the roundup of live entertainment for the weekend of December 26 through December 31, 2024! There’s something for everyone! 🎶 Jazz 🎷 Bluegrass 🪕 Rock n’ Roll 🎻 And more! Enjoy! 🤘🎸 Thursday, December 26 Flynn Creek Circus Acrobats & MagicThrough January 5Capitola Mall Parking Lot Under the Heated Big Top1855 41st Ave, CapitolaTix: flynncreekcircus.com… Read More
Local News Water 

Scotts Valley Water District to Drill New Well

Julie Horner,
The Scotts Valley Water District (SVWD) will begin construction of a new production well at 5299 Scotts Valley Drive this winter. The work begins by removing a former commercial building at the project site before the start of well drilling. Crews will install a temporary sound wall to reduce construction noise in the nearby neighborhood. In a statement, the District… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Weekend Roundup: December 19 – December 22

Julie Horner,
Live Music Santa Cruz! Here’s the roundup of live entertainment for the weekend of December 19 through December 22, 2024! There’s something for everyone! 🎸🎶 Holiday concerts 🎄Jazz 🎷 Bluegrass 🪕 Celtic 🎻 Ballet 🩰 and Rock n’ Roll. Enjoy! 🤘 Thursday, December 19 Roaring Camp Railroads Holiday Lights TrainNightly Through Monday, December 23 | 5:00 – 9:00Departs from the… Read More
Mary Hammer Local News Obituaries 

Mary Hammer 

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Contributed by Mountain Community Resources  We at Mountain Community Resources, along with the entire Community Bridges family, are deeply saddened by the passing of Mary Hammer, a steadfast community activist and pivotal founder of Mountain Community Resources, originally known as the Valley Resource Center. On Thursday, November 6, 2024, Mary passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a profound… Read More
Environment Wildlife 

Monarch Butterflies to Receive Protected Status

Julie Horner,
News from the Associated Press on Tuesday: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plans to add the monarch butterfly to the threatened species list by the end of 2025. “The iconic monarch butterfly is cherished across North America, captivating children and adults throughout its fascinating life cycle,” U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Martha Williams said in a news release.… Read More
slvwd water meters Local News Water 

San Lorenzo Valley Water District to Replace Aging Water Meters

Julie Horner, ,
The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Federal Bureau of Reclamation to update hundreds of water meters in Ben Lomond, California. A total of 443 water meters are scheduled to be replaced with meters that meet current standards for leak detection, which will help reduce water waste. SLVWD is one of 36… Read More