In a highly anticipated annual tradition, the local non-profit dance company, Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre (SCBT), is set to make its triumphant return with its rendition of the timeless holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.” The performances are scheduled for December 9th and 10th at the Civic Auditorium. SCBT Artistic Director Diane Cypher shares, “I always look […]
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More working Californians slipped into poverty as pandemic aid expired
California’s poverty rate climbed and its working poor grew this spring, says the Public Policy Institute of California. Safety net programs played a major role in poverty rate changes.
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Unlocking hope: Elderday Adult Day Health Care’s grand opening marks a milestone in Santa Cruz County
On October 12, Community Bridges celebrated a momentous occasion, marking the grand opening of Elderday Adult Day Health Care’s new state-of-the-art headquarters located at 501 Main Street in Watsonville. This landmark event not only serves as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Elderday and its parent organization, Community Bridges, but also signifies a significant […]
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Why tiny homes will remain part of California’s homelessness equation for years
Tiny homes are increasingly California cities’ shelter option of choice — but how far they go in solving homelessness is a contentious question.
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Shopper’s Corner customer spotlight: Alex Mendoza
Santa Cruz resident Alex Mendoza has been a loyal customer of Shopper’s Corner for 17 years. The biology teacher at Silver Creek High School in San Jose was first introduced to the store by a friend’s father and hasn’t looked back since. Mendoza praises Shopper’s for its wide variety of products, from affordable anchovies to […]
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Celebrating 40 years of Santa Cruz County generosity: Wine & Roses returns on November 4
For 40 years, the Pajaro Valley community has come together to support a popular yearly event, Wine & Roses, to raise funds to promote wellness for low-income residents. “Wine & Roses is a celebration of generosity”, said DeAndre’ James, executive director of the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley. “It is amazing how many businesses […]
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Where to next? Plan for the future at Cabrillo’s College and Career Family Night
Cabrillo College is excited to announce its upcoming “College and Career Family Night,” a free event aimed at helping current and prospective students and their families chart their educational journeys. Scheduled for Monday, October 23, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, this event promises to be an enlightening experience for those already enrolled or actively considering […]
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California bans controversial ‘excited delirium’ diagnosis
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed into law a bill that prohibits California doctors and medical examiners from attributing deaths to “excited delirium,” a term often applied to Black men in police custody.
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Five UC Santa Cruz projects awarded grant funding to tackle climate change challenges
This past August, in partnership with the state, the University of California awarded more than $80 million in California Climate Action Grants to four-year academic institutions across the state. These two-year grants are designed to spur implementation of solutions that advance climate resilience and social equity. Five UC Santa Cruz projects secured a total of […]
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Santa Cruz Symphony welcomes Nancy Zhou as the newest artist in residence
In a thrilling announcement, Maestro Daniel Stewart has revealed that the internationally acclaimed soloist, Nancy Zhou, will grace the Santa Cruz Symphony as its newest Concertmaster and Artist in Residence. This title not only recognizes her standing as one of the world’s foremost violin virtuosos but also anticipates her innovative contributions to chamber music programming […]