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In the Public Interest: Former U.S. labor secretary on what pulled him into soda tax fight a decade ago
As Santa Cruz tries to pass a tax on sugary beverages, Robert Reich, former U.S. Secretary of Labor, tells Christopher Neely what he learned in Berkeley’s 2014 effort. Continue reading…
Aptos man dies in solo crash on State Route 1
A 44-year-old Aptos man died in a single-vehicle crash on southbound State Route 1 Sunday night after crashing into a dirt embankment, according to state officers. Continue reading…
Lookout, CalMatters event will tackle state ballot questions
Lookout Santa Cruz will partner with CalMatters to host a forum on California’s statewide ballot questions from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bookshop Santa Cruz. CalMatters will break down, analyze and answer questions about this year’s ballot propositions. Continue reading…
New Leaf in downtown Santa Cruz to close Tuesday ahead of move to larger space
New Leaf Community Markets will close its downtown Santa Cruz location on Tuesday at 7 p.m. A new tenant for the Pacific Avenue spot has not yet been identified, but city officials say they hope that another grocery store will open in the space to serve the growing downtown community. New Leaf plans to open a new larger grocery store on River Street next year. Continue reading…
In Watsonville, Tamara Vides takes reins of a city government she’s spent a career supporting
The Watsonville City Council voted 4-1 in August to elevate Tamara Vides from interim to permanent city manager. Her appointment marks the first time a woman has held the position. Vides has worked for the City of Watsonville for more than 25 years in various positions, including assistant city manager and budget analyst for the parks department. Continue reading…
At critical time, San Lorenzo Valley Water District will vote on trustees, new fee structure
At a critical time for the San Lorenzo Valley Water District, four candidates are competing for two open board seats this fall, while voters will also consider Measure U, a proposed overhaul of the district’s fee structure. Continue reading…
Best of Santa Cruz County events, October 14-17
Here are some events you may be interested in this week:
Monday, October 14
- ‘Giants Rising’ | 7 p.m. @ Rio Theatre | $10
- Giants Rising Film Screening | 7 p.m. @ Rio Theatre | $10
Tuesday, October 15
- Bird Talk & Walk | 10 a.m. @ La Selva Beach Branch Library
- E-Bike Lunch & Learn | 12 p.m. @ Civic Auditorium | Free
- Pumpkin Decorating Bonanza at Felton Farmers Market | 1 p.m. @ Felton Farmers Market
- Four Types of Poetry: Tinkering with the Tarot alongside Madeline Aliah | 4 p.m. @ Aptos Branch Library
- Sázon y Cultura: The Stories Behind ‘The SalviSoul Cookbook’ | 4 p.m. @ Cowell Ranch Historic Hay Barn | Free
- Moving Money and Moving Power: Philanthropy Isn’t Neutral | 5 p.m. @ UCSC Merrill Cultural Center
- Second Harvest Chefs’ Dinner | 6 p.m. @ Holy Cross Catholic Church | $275
- E.P.I.C. CONNECTION AUTHENTIC RELATING NIGHTS ~ Embodied Presence in Community | 7 p.m. @ Breath+Oneness Yoga | $25
- Blue Lagoonies Comedy Show | 8 p.m. @ The Blue Lagoon
Wednesday, October 16
- Somatic Expression: Regulate Your Nervous System | 12 p.m. @ Breath+Oneness Yoga | $22
- Author Jason De León “Uncovering the Stories of the U.S./Mexico Border” | 5 p.m. @ Cabrillo College
- Wild Monterey Bay Book Launch | 6 p.m. @ Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
- CalMatters Voter Education Event: In collaboration with Lookout Santa Cruz & Bookshop Santa Cruz | 7 p.m. @ Bookshop Santa Cruz | Free
- Boardwalk Fright Flicks | 7 p.m. @ Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove | $15
Repeats once more on October 30
Thursday, October 17
- Housing First: From Principles to Practice | 9 a.m. @ 275 Main St, 6th Floor | Free
- Women’s Leadership Summit | 9 a.m. @ Mount Hermon Camp & Conference Center
- Boardwalk: BITES & BREWS | 4 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Conflict Resolution Center De-Escalation Training | 5 p.m. @ Resource Center For Nonviolence | $65
- Patrice Vecchione writing salon | 6 p.m. @ Gabriella Café
- Conscious Singles Mindful Dating: Yoga & Sound Bath – 25-35 year olds | 7 p.m. @ Breath+Oneness Yoga | $45
- John Calloway | 7 p.m. @ Kuumbwa Jazz Center | $34.97
- Dana Frank, What Can We Learn from the Great Depression? | 7 p.m. @ Bookshop Santa Cruz
- Dana Frank: ‘What Can We Learn from the Great Depression?’ | 7 p.m. @ Bookshop Santa Cruz | Free
- ‘Lucky Time’ at Actors’ Theatre | 8 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Actors’ Theatre | $35
