Top 10 ways to make a difference during Global Volunteer Month in Santa Cruz County

April is Global Volunteer Month, and the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County is leading the charge with volunteer opportunities taking place every day in April.  Volunteering in your community is more important than ever – the US Surgeon General recently declared loneliness as an epidemic sweeping across the nation. The antidote? Volunteerism! By volunteering, […]

Live Oak’s hidden gem unveiled: A stylish sanctuary emerges in Santa Cruz

A remarkable hidden gem has emerged in Live Oak, enticing potential buyers with its charm and features. Priced at $1,399,000, this property promises an extraordinary living experience with its three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a prime cul-de-sac location. Nestled in the secluded enclave of Katrina Court, this spacious single-level home offers a retreat-like ambiance. Boasting […]

UC Santa Cruz researchers say closer water monitoring needed as wildfires increase

By Mike Peña With climate change leading to increases in the size and frequency of wildfires, UC Santa Cruz researchers warn that such natural disasters can change the chemistry of nearby streams that people and wildlife depend on for drinking water. However, the researchers found that the baseline water-chemistry data needed to detect such changes aren’t […]

Charting a path to equity: Housing Matters hosts ‘Picture This: Reimagining Home and Belonging’ event

Reflect and imagine a more equitable community at Picture This: Reimagining Home and Belonging event. Join Housing Matters in the Sequoia Ballroom at Hotel Paradox in Santa Cruz on Sunday, April 7th for an evening of thoughtful radical reimagining with expert speakers who will talk on the themes of home, belonging, land, and place.  The […]

Hidden savings: Commonly overlooked tax deductions

Tax filing deadlines are approaching…have you filed yet? To lessen the anxiety of the season, take this opportunity to explore overlooked deductions that can help lower your tax bill. While most people are aware of popular deductions like mortgage interest and charitable contributions, there are several lesser-known categories that can help you save.  Child and […]

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