My name is Ellie Giles, and I’m a sophomore in the Marine Studies program at Oregon State University. The Seymour Center has been so many things to me: a community, a place of discovery, and even a second home. I still remember my first field trip there in second grade, being instantly drawn to the […]
Brittany Ramirez
Brittany is the Marketing and Sales Coordinator at Lookout Santa Cruz, where she works closely with marketing partners across both Lookout Santa Cruz and Lookout Eugene-Springfield to help ensure the success of each partnership. Collaborating alongside the sales team, she supports advertising initiatives, strengthens client relationships, and helps execute community events such as Trivia Night, election forums, and other signature Lookout gatherings that bring readers and local organizations together.
Brittany also serves as the first point of contact for Lookout Santa Cruz members, providing responsive customer support for membership questions, account access, newsletter subscriptions, password resets, and technical issues. She is passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating a seamless experience for readers and members alike.
A Santa Cruz native, Brittany earned her bachelor's degree in Marketing from California State University, Monterey Bay, after completing her associate degree at Cabrillo College, where she was a member of the women's soccer team. Before joining Lookout, she worked as a Social Media Marketing Manager for Rootstock Artisan Collective, building experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and community engagement.
Passionate about supporting local journalism and helping local businesses thrive, Brittany enjoys building meaningful relationships that strengthen the connection between Lookout, its partners, and the communities it serves.
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10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of October 30
Looking for a new job in Santa Cruz County? Explore the top 10 exciting job opportunities across industries like education, healthcare, and more. Your next career move starts here!
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Think local, spend local: The ripple effect of your money
This holiday season, a little extra thought about where you shop can go a long way. Holiday shopping has never been more convenient. With a few clicks, you can cross five gifts off your list without ever leaving the couch. And while it’s hard to argue with convenience, there’s something special about finding the perfect […]
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Cabrillo College adds new career-focused classes for Spring, including HVAC, Drone Technology, and Winemaking
Cabrillo College is adding 12 new classes for spring semester, responding to growing demand for high-skill careers. Classes begin Jan. 25, 2027, and combine hands-on coursework with work-based learning to prepare students for jobs or transfer to four-year universities. Early start, short classes New semester classes How to register Counselors recommend that new and current […]
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Second Harvest Food Bank: Meeting an unprecedented need across Santa Cruz County
The need has never been greater. As the cost of groceries, housing, and other essentials continues to rise, more and more Santa Cruz County residents are turning to Second Harvest Food Bank for help putting nutritious food on the table. And the need continues to grow. For families already struggling to make ends meet, higher […]
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Bask in Italian sunshine this November with the Santa Cruz Symphony
Santa Cruz Symphony under the direction of Maestro Daniel Stewart combines a world premiere from a teenage composer with two beloved works from the Romantic repertoire on November 14/15. The evening opens with Overture, a newly commissioned piece by Daniel Strebulaev, then features the Symphony’s newly appointed Concertmaster, In Sun Jang, as the soloist in […]
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Celebrate 43 Years of Wine & Roses at Casino Rosal and support a healthier Pajaro Valley
Join Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley for Wine & Roses, its 43rd annual fundraiser, on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Crosetti Hall at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. This year’s Casino Rosal theme brings a new twist to the longtime community celebration, combining local food and beverage tastings, casino-style games, […]
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A place to turn: The 41st Annual Mountain Affair keeps support close to home
On October 30, neighbors will gather under the redwoods to preserve the food assistance, counseling, crisis response and disaster recovery services that help ensure San Lorenzo Valley families have somewhere to turn when they need it most. “Community Bridges helped me hold my family, this house, and my own wellbeing together.” For Merritt Grooms, that […]
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State funding supports UC Davis/UC Santa Cruz program to train future Central Coast physicians
UC Santa Cruz’s expanded housing commitment was made possible by years of thoughtful planning and intentional investment in expanding student housing.
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Stepping away from the desk and giving back with Second Harvest Food Bank
This past week, five members of Lookout Santa Cruz volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Cruz County, filling over 200 bags of groceries for local families. The experience provided the opportunity to engage with the work and community members which Lookout Santa Cruz tells stories about every day, and served as a reminder that giving back doesn’t need to be complicated. Simply asking “How can I help?” can go a long way in helping local families, and even inspire others to do the same.