Trails in Santa Cruz are a special kind of magic. Hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to local parks to hike through towering redwoods, mountain bike across coastal terraces and take in the jaw-dropping views only Santa Cruz can provide. Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (SCMTS) is the local nonprofit behind our trails’ care and […]
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Empowering 22,000 vulnerable residents: Help deliver essential services to older adults, children & families
As we approach the end of the year and gather with our loved ones to celebrate the holidays, let’s take a moment to reflect on the remarkable challenges that this year has brought into the lives of many in Santa Cruz County and the broader Central Coast community. These challenges would have seemed insurmountable were […]
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Don’t empty your wallet this winter: 21 low-cost Santa Cruz County holiday events
While the holidays bring about feelings of love, joy, and celebration, they can also bring about stress and put a strain on budgets. Use this season as an opportunity to focus on the things that matter most in life and spark the holiday spirit in your heart by spending time with the ones you love. […]
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Lookout Update: New office, anniversary party and a great year ahead
In the first installment of this week’s column, Lookout wine expert Laurie Love reviews the Wines of the Santa Cruz…
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TEDxSantaCruz returns, calling for speakers to rise together with big ideas to address challenges
So much has transpired since TEDxSantaCruz last took place in Santa Cruz. Back in December 2019, speakers and performers gathered together at the Rio Theater to discuss the “Art of Hope”; now, that vision inspires the next iteration of TEDx in our community. Last month, TEDxSantaCruz organizers announced its sixth event, scheduled for Saturday, April […]
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Flooded California towns secured millions in aid. Who gets the money?
Residents of Pajaro and Planada want state aid to help alleviate debt incurred from rebuilding after January floods. Local officials want some money to go elsewhere.
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Transforming Santa Cruz County’s transportation landscape: Lift Line’s mission to bridge gaps
Santa Cruz County is renowned for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities, but beneath the scenic beauty lies a challenge that often goes unnoticed: access to transportation. Lift Line is tirelessly working to close the transportation gap for low-income older adults and individuals with disabilities, aiming to help make Santa Cruz County the most accessible […]
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A Santa Cruz County gift guide by Zinnia’s Gift Boutique owner Dedra Bennett
As the festive season approaches, the air is filled with anticipation, warmth, and the joy of giving. At Zinnia’s Gift Boutique, each gift tells a story, and with the holiday spirit in full swing, shop owner Dedra has curated an extraordinary selection to make your celebrations memorable. For, 22 years, Zinnia’s has been an integral […]
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Viva Las Vegas: MLB owners unanimously approve A’s move from Oakland
The Athletics franchise will be the first in major league history to have been based in four cities following Thursday’s vote to allow the team to leave Oakland for Las Vegas.
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Biking to belong: The ripple effect of one free bike in Santa Cruz
For many adults, our fondest memories of childhood center on a bicycle. Those wheels represented a leap into independence with expanded opportunities to meet friends, bike to school, and venture to parts unknown. We can fondly look back on these memories and feel the giddiness of riding without training wheels and the unbridled joy as […]