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As Martinelli’s pulls back, local schools and nonprofits rally to support Pajaro Valley apple growers
By Lily Belli
After Martinelli’s announced it would not renew contracts with local apple growers, one Pajaro Valley farmer has been flooded with calls, ideas and offers from community members eager to help […]
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Events aim to boost visitors to Seabright amid latest Murray Street Bridge closure; air corridor project underway; Joby-Archer lawsuit developments
By Jessica M. Pasko
With the Murray Street Bridge set to be closed through September, business owners and community leaders have plans to bring visitors to the neighborhoods around the Santa Cruz Harbor this […]
OPINION: Santa Cruz women have more freedom than ever — so why can’t we get away from the beauty mirror?
By Suki Wessling
In a county known for barefoot hippies, natural beauty and anti-establishment culture, Santa Cruz women still feel intense pressure to curate how they look, says writer and radio host Suki […]
Santa Cruz County 2026 primary election results in charts: Where things stand with Wednesday update
By Max Chun
Find the results for all local races in Santa Cruz County’s 2026 primary election here. Lookout will continuously update this page as new results come in.
Santa Cruz mayor: Chances for Coonerty, Chen Mills run-off still rising slightly
By Hillary Ojeda
Ryan Coonerty’s lead shrank a bit further, bringing higher chances of a run-off with Ami Chen Mills after the Santa Cruz County Clerk’s office added 4,753 ballots to the county’s […]
District 4 county supervisor race: Nuñez maintains large lead over incumbent Hernandez; run-off still possible
By Tania Ortiz
Challenger Tony Nuñez was at 50.5% of the vote to 31% for incumbent District 4 Santa Cruz County Supervisor Felipe Hernandez after another update from the county clerk Wednesday afternoon.
Santa Cruz City Council: Newsome, Golder maintain leads in District 4, 6 races after Wednesday update
By Max Chun
Incumbents Scott Newsome and Renee Golder kept their margins over challengers Hector Marin and Gabriella Noack, respectively, in the race for Santa Cruz City Council Districts 4 and 6 after […]
Santa Cruz County Superior Court: Immigration attorney Alisa Thomas inches closer to securing open seat in judge race
By Tania Ortiz
With 4,753 ballots added to the total county tally Wednesday, immigration attorney Alisa Thomas continues to lead in the race for an open seat on the Santa Cruz County Superior […]
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off in California governor’s race
By Sophie Austin / Associated Press
The race for California governor this fall will be a battle between a Democrat promising to cement the state’s status as a stronghold of liberal policies and a Republican pledging to dramatically […]
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Best of Santa Cruz County events, June 12-14
Here are some local events you might be interested in this weekend:
Friday, June 12
- Guided Coastal Birding Walk | 9 a.m. @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party | 5 p.m. @ 1111 Soquel Ave.
- Mark Van Haren | 5 p.m. @ Chaminade Resort & Spa
- Meet & Greet Jamison Newlander (Alan Frog from “The Lost Boys”) | 5 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Save The Waves Film Festival | 6 p.m. @ Rio Theatre
- Dave “Nomad” Miller | 7 p.m. @ Brookdale Lodge
- The Smithereens | 8 p.m. @ Moe’s Alley
- The Heeters | 8 p.m. @ The Crepe Place
Saturday, June 13
- Aptos Farmers Market | 8 a.m. @ Cabrillo College
- Beach Cleanup | 9 a.m. @ Cowell Beach
- Sandhills Guided Hike | 10 a.m. @ Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Glassblowing for Dads and Grads | Noon @ Chris Johnson Glass – Studio Zayante
- Movie Night | 5 p.m. @ Civic Auditorium
- 2026 DIYine: A Celebration of Homebrewing | 6 p.m. @ Veterans Memorial Building
Sunday, June 14
- Dance, Weave and Celebrate | 10 a.m. @ Rancho San Andres Castro Adobe State Historic Park
- Psychic Fair | 10 a.m. @ Avalon Visions
- Corralitos Farm and Garden Market | 11 a.m. @ 127 Hames Rd.
- Anthony Pfluke & Kamaka Camarillo | 3 p.m. @ Pono Hawaiian Grill downtown Santa Cruz |
- Considering Matthew Shepard – A Three-Part Oratorio | 3 p.m. @ Peace United Church of Christ
- Aki Kumar & Alabama Mike – “Mississippi Masala” | 4 p.m. @ Moe’s Alley
- Outstanding in the Field | 4 p.m. @ Everett Family Farm | $390
