By Marlo Botello-Aepli, Executive Director of UnChained As the Executive Director of UnChained, I am excited to announce that we are the featured non-profit of 2024’s first episode of CNN Heroes, which premiered this past Friday, July 12. Being selected as a CNN Hero is a remarkable recognition that amplifies UnChained’s mission to provide California’s […]
Brittany Ramirez
Brittany is Lookout’s first contact for members. She answers (and quickly) any membership questions and is eager to help with the mundane modern work of resetting passwords, signing up for newsletters and resolving any technical issues. She joined Lookout as a marketing and sales coordinator after finishing her bachelor’s degree in marketing at California State University Monterey Bay in 2021. She then worked for Rootstock Artisan Collective as a social media marketing manager. Before heading to CSUMB, she completed her associate in arts degree at Cabrillo College, where she also played on the women’s soccer team. Her passion for working with local businesses stems from being born and raised in Santa Cruz.
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of July 12
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
Get involved this July: Top volunteer opportunities to fight hunger in Santa Cruz County
Did you know that at least 1 in 10 residents of Santa Cruz County face hunger daily? This problem intensifies during the summer months when many local children and youth lack access to the free lunches and snacks they receive during the school year. Our local nonprofits report that summer is also a challenging time […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of July 5
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
15th annual Stuff the Bus campaign rallies support for students experiencing homelessness, hardships
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) and United Way of Santa Cruz County are celebrating 15 years of partnership to provide essential school supplies to students experiencing homelessness and other hardships. Starting July 1, the community is invited to support the 15th Annual Stuff the Bus campaign by donating funds or […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of June 28
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
Cabrillo Stage presents Lin-Manuel Miranda’s acclaimed “In The Heights” to Santa Cruz County
Cabrillo Stage, celebrated for their musical prowess, has been enchanting Central Coast residents for over 40 years with top-tier Broadway-style productions. Last season, Andrea Hart, the newly appointed Artistic Director, brought us “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” which received critical acclaim. Audiences were awed by the gorgeous music, intricate costumes by Maria Crush, and the […]
Discover Lakeside Splash and more: Your guide to Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is full of super-splashy fun and summer adventures for the whole family! With the opening of the all-new Lakeside Splash, there’s more water than ever before—and multiple levels of memberships so you can get more value out of every visit. Come discover this magical place where fun grows on trees! […]
Expert Plumbing’s guide to sewer video inspection services: What you need to know
Problems with a home’s sewer line can be detrimental to a household – causing messy, dangerous threats. To prevent these risks, plumbers must detect and repair sewer line issues as soon as possible. One of the fastest and best ways to do this is through a sewer video inspection. These non-invasive methods can accurately find issues […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of June 21
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]

