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Ben Lomond Park Gets a New Flag

April 16, 2026April 30, 2026 slvpost.com

A new American flag now flies at Ben Lomond Park on Mill Street, the result of a community collaboration. The project began when a Rotary volunteer inquired about supporting an improvement at the park — a flagpole was already in place, but lacked a flag, light, and rigging. After county parks officials signed off on the donation and agreed to… Read More

Exhibitions Local News

The Ripple Effect Arts Festival Comes to Life in Felton

April 12, 2026April 30, 2026 slvpost.com

As part of the new Ripple Effect Arts Festival, the San Lorenzo Valley will host a deeply moving and socially impactful exhibition rooted in compassion, storytelling, and community connection. Presented by the San Lorenzo Valley Museum and the Felton Library Friends, “The Road I Call Home” brings the work of renowned humanitarian and award-winning photographer Randy Bacon to Felton. This… Read More

Ben Lomond Housing Local News

Long-Stalled Veterans Village in Ben Lomond Finally Secures Full Funding

April 8, 2026April 18, 2026 slvpost.com

After years of financial setbacks that left only a handful of veterans housed at the former Jaye’s Timberlane Resort, a new $13.3 million tax credit award and a restructured ownership deal are set to finally complete the 20-unit supportive housing community. Santa Cruz County has secured a critical infusion of financing to complete Veterans Village, a permanent supportive housing development… Read More

Local News Road Conditions Traffic

Highway 9 Traffic Advisories Week of April 6

April 6, 2026April 18, 2026 slvpost.com

Drivers on Highway 9 should expect daytime one-way reversing traffic control at several locations Monday through Friday, April 6 through 10. Here’s what’s happening and where: Active Construction Projects Bridge Replacements North of Boulder Creek Two bridges are being fully replaced for public safety as part of the Highway 9 San Lorenzo River and Kings Creek Bridge Replacement Project. Affected… Read More

Earthquake Local News

4.6 Earthquake Jolts Boulder Creek Before Dawn

April 2, 2026April 9, 2026 slvpost.com

No injuries or damage reported; USGS puts odds of a felt aftershock at 60% within the week An earthquake rattled Boulder Creek and surrounding areas early Thursday morning, waking residents across the Santa Cruz County and knocking items off shelves near its epicenter. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) placed the final magnitude at 4.6 striking at 1:41am just east of… Read More

Fire Departments Local News

Felton Fire District Shifts from Parcel Tax to Property Assessment

March 31, 2026April 12, 2026 slvpost.com

By Mary Andersen Felton Fire Protection District has moved toward a major funding mechanism that could impact how fire and emergency services are delivered to the roughly 6,000 permanent residents, seasonal visitors, businesses, and schools, that depend on the small Santa Cruz Mountains agency. Through 2025, the district explored a $682+ parcel tax for a possible ballot measure, but that… Read More

Local News Sports

Shoutout to the 14U SCM Renegades!

March 30, 2026April 5, 2026 slvpost.com

This past weekend, the 14U SCM Renegades won 5 in a row to claim First Place in the Gold Bracket at the Easton Challenge Tournament — and they earned every bit of it! Saturday opened strong with Naomi Adams on the mound, throwing a dominant 10-0 one-hitter against the Vacaville Elite. Sonia Padilla followed with an 8-1 win over the… Read More

Environment Local News

Why the Offshore Drilling Debate Matters in the Santa Cruz Mountains

March 30, 2026April 5, 2026 slvpost.com

An Environmental and Economic Case for Inland Engagement By Mary Andersen At first glance, offshore oil drilling may seem like a coastal issue, distant from the redwood forests and mountain towns of the San Lorenzo Valley. But the federal government’s proposal to open new oil and gas leases off California’s coast has prompted an unexpected coalition of opponents. The Santa… Read More

Fire Departments Fire Recovery Local News

CAL FIRE to Burn Brush Piles Near Felton This Week

March 29, 2026April 2, 2026 slvpost.com

Residents in the Mount Hermon and Whispering Pines neighborhoods may notice smoke in the area Monday and Tuesday as CAL FIRE crews conduct planned pile burns along Graham Hill Road. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s CZU unit announced Friday that firefighters will burn pre-arranged piles of vegetation on March 30 and 31, weather permitting, as part of… Read More

Boulder Creek Complete Streets Highway 9

Infrastructure Local News

Boulder Creek Street Improvements Move Closer to Reality

March 28, 2026April 7, 2026 slvpost.com

A long-planned effort to make Highway 9 safer and more walkable through Boulder Creek is advancing, with environmental review now underway and construction targeted for 2028, according to the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission. District 5 Supervisor Monica Martinez, Regional Transportation Director Sarah Cristiansen, and Congressman Jimmy Panetta have announced Community Project Funding the Congressman was able to secure… Read More