Photography: Winter Hike at Quail Hollow Ranch Park
By Julie Horner A rain-fresh January outdoors at Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, Felton California. Inspired hiking in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Take a look.
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Streetwise: George Fetherston and the Felton Heritage Tree
By Lisa Robinson Have you ever thought about how the street where you live got its name? In the Streetwise column, we look at street names in the San Lorenzo Valley and explore the history hidden in their names. Fetherston Way just off Felton Empire Road is named for George Arthur Fetherston. His father was William John Fetherstonhaugh an Irishman…
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Streetwise History: Downtown Felton
By Lisa Robinson Have you ever thought about how the street where you live got its name? In these articles, we will look at street names in the San Lorenzo Valley and explore the history hidden in their names. The street names of downtown Felton have changed over time. Some have disappeared completely. Let’s look at some of the changes.…
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Debris Flow Task Force in Motion
A task force has been assembled and discussions have begun regarding the hazards of debris flows in the Santa Cruz Mountains CZU Lightning Complex burn zones. Winter rains are expected to trigger flooding and the accumulation of rock, earth, and tree debris can flow rapidly causing further damage to properties already impacted by the fire. Felton Fire Chief Bob Gray…
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Felton Music Hall SLV Strong!
By Michele Murphy Some good news is on the menu at Felton Music Hall! Music! And terrific food! Now that the county is doing better with its COVID-19 numbers, it has been deemed safe to attend live music events and indoor dining, with limited capacity. Management at the music hall is closely following all state guidelines regarding mask wearing, social…
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Board of Supervisors Approve Defunding of Sheriff’s Felton Substation
County of Santa Cruz Board of Supervisors approve elimination of Felton Sheriff's substation
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Looking for an Upside
By Julie Horner Well not so fast. Some of us had just sidled up to Joe’s newly refurbished bar…seats away from each other and mostly masked…not quite back to “normal” but doggone we could go down and get our pint and say hello to those scattered along the bar’s storied length and dial up a tune on the juke with…
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All Who Wander are Not Lost – Felton Musician Dave “Nomad” Miller
Singer-songwriter Dave "Nomad" Miller spent years on the road performing as a solo artist; his travels and adventures back and forth across the country helped shape his songwriting. The songs he writes are filled with thought-provoking lyrics and great melodies that linger in one's head.
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Reopening Business | Economic Recovery Roadmap
There is hope in sight for our Santa Cruz Mountains main street business communities. On May 26, County Health Office Dr. Gail Newel, following guidance from Governor Gavin Newsom, issued a new health order to allow increased commercial activities.
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Environmental Town Hall in Felton November 23
Get the latest information about important environmental issues that impact the San Lorenzo Valley. Bring your questions. Many public agencies will be on site as a resource. 22 governmental non profits will have information such as vector control, road associations, and more. Volunteers for set up and clean up are appreciated. Hosted by the Valley Women’s Club of the San…
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