The coming year will test the strength and spirit of our community. Beginning in 2026, many sweeping policy changes as a result of H.R.1—the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—and state budget cuts will take hold across the nation and in our own backyard. Here in Santa Cruz County, they will reshape how families access food, health […]
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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Where art meets the ocean: A Santa Cruz illustrator builds community through fish, science, and story
For Santa Cruz artist and scientific illustrator Amadeo Bachar, everything begins — and ultimately returns — to the sea He was born in Waddell Valley, just north of town, when his dad welded for Big Creek Lumber as well as served as caretaker for Rancho Del Oso with his mom. “I grew up surrounded by Monterey […]
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When you invest in the Seymour Center, you create scientists like Wave
My name is Wave Moretto, and I absolutely love SCUBA diving, science communication, marine conservation, and all things kelp forest ecology. I’m a marine ecologist currently pursuing my PhD in fisheries science at Oregon State University. The Seymour Center is where I was first introduced to what careers in marine science could look like. My […]
A lifeline for Salmon: UCSC and NOAA join forces to secure a future for California’s most iconic fish
By Annie Roth Nearly every day for the past 20 years, scientists from UC Santa Cruz and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have waded into Scott Creek, a 12-mile-long burbling stream in Santa Cruz County just a few miles north of Davenport. Dressed in waders and toting bags and buckets, these scientists navigate the […]
Second Harvest Food Bank kicks off the Season of Giving in a time of unprecedented need
As the holidays approach, Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County is calling on the community to come together in the spirit of generosity to address an unprecedented level of need. This year, the Food Bank’s Holiday Food & Fund Drive aims to provide 5.5 million healthy meals for local families, children, seniors, and individuals […]
A food crisis is underway in Santa Cruz County: Here are four ways you can help now
As the holidays approach, thousands of local families are facing an unexpected crisis. Due to the federal government shutdown, more than 25,000 Santa Cruz County residents will not receive CalFresh (SNAP) food assistance this month. Seniors, children, and working families who rely on these benefits are left without support. The impact is already rippling across […]
Coping with the holiday blues: Kaiser Permanente shares tips and insight
The holidays are just around the corner. Although they can be filled with good tidings and cheer, not everyone feels happy during the holiday season. For people who have lost loved ones, this time of year can evoke feelings of sadness and depression. For others, the pressures of gift giving and hosting holiday soirees can […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of October 31
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!
