Beginning Tuesday, April 23, the Satna Cruz Water Department’s Newell Creek Pipeline project will shift to active construction within the roadway on Graham Hill Road. Drivers should expect weekday traffic delays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., with wait times of up to five minutes. This week’s work includes pavementRead More →
by Chris Fin nie Hands off all of it When Wendy asked me to start writing Politically Speaking again, I wondered where to start. There’s so much going on at the federal level that’s going to impact our state, county, and neighborhoods—that I didn’t know what to focus on first.Read More →
The SCCAS Benefit Shop, a vibrant resale shop located at Felt Street and 17th Avenue since 2018, will close on Saturday, March 1, 2025, due to the expiration of its lease. However, if sufficient funding and insurance are secured in the coming weeks, it plans to reopen in April asRead More →
By Wendy McKillop Just one month into President Donald Trump’s new term, Santa Cruz County is already feeling the effects of his administration’s policies. From federal funding freezes to immigration enforcement concerns, local officials and community leaders are bracing for potential challenges ahead. Federal Funding Freeze Raises Concerns One ofRead More →
Board directed local sampling following Moss Landing fire Responding to community concerns following the January 16, 2025, fire at the Vistra Energy lithium-ion battery facility in Moss Landing, Santa Cruz County has conducted extensive environmental testing to assess potential impacts on air, water, soil, and agricultural resources. Read More →