The wonderful Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos has been an occasion for big public events around Santa Cruz County for years, and this year is no different
Eastside / Live Oak / Pleasure Point
Eastside Santa Cruz, Live Oak and Pleasure Point neighborhoods
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Weekender: Halloween and Día de los Muertos take center stage
Around Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment, complete with recommendations for things to do this weekend and beyond, with Lookout correspondent Wallace Baine.
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Thursday evening traffic: One-way closure on Hwy 9; Richmond Dr. closed; gas work
Thursday traffic trouble spots in and around Santa Cruz County.
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City of Santa Cruz taps Cassie Bronson as new city attorney as Tony Condotti heads to retirement
The City of Santa Cruz announced Wednesday that it has appointed Cassie Bronson as its next city attorney, with current City Attorney Tony Condotti heading toward retirement. Bronson is currently the assistant city attorney.
Posted inBusiness & Technology
Santa Cruz County business filings: Week of Oct. 28
Businesses operating in Santa Cruz County must register with the county clerk. Lookout Santa Cruz reviews the public filings from local businesses to report on new businesses starting in the area.
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Tricks and treats: Santa Cruz County Halloween and Día de Los Muertos events
Here’s a bit of what’s going on across Santa Cruz County this week for Halloween and Día de Los Muertos.
Posted inFood & Drink
Lily Belli on Food: Restaurant community joins to help Gabriella Café chef; Moss Landing dining revival
In her Tuesday newsletter, Lily Belli spotlights local chefs collaborating on a fundraising dinner for Gabriella Café chef Gema Cruz as she faces cancer, gives readers a taste of newcomer The Landing and notes other local food & drink news and events of interest.
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Tuesday evening traffic: Highway 9, Richmond Dr, and Harkins Slough delays; tow on Graham Hill
Tuesday traffic trouble spots in and around Santa Cruz County.
Posted inEducation
Tutus, swim caps and accountability: Inside Shoreline Middle School’s beloved principal duo
At Shoreline Middle School, Principal Colleen Martin and Assistant Principal Melissa Nix have built a rare, enduring partnership that blends accountability, empathy and humor — earning them a reputation as the school’s “dream team.”
Posted inPolitics & Policy
In the Public Interest: Decision day looms for Santa Cruz’s dueling affordable housing ballot measures
This week’s newsletter covering Santa Cruz County politics and policy highlights the stretch run for Measures B and C in the city of Santa Cruz, what’s on agendas for local city councils and commissions and other stories you might have missed.