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January 15, 2025
Telling the Story of the Braceros
Jose Sanchez Vargas has created a display at the Watsonville library on the Bracero Program, which helped shape the state’s agricultural industry.
January 8, 2025
Fair Manager Bids Farewell
Hired in June 2023 to run the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Zeke Fraser announced his resignation for medical and personal reasons.
December 30, 2024
New Rules
Here are a few of the more notable Assembly Bills and Senate Bills that take effect this year, not the least of which are 10 laws that target retail theft.
December 23, 2024
Update: More Details on Santa Cruz Wharf Damage
A large swath of Santa Cruz’s beachside has been closed, including the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Cowell’s Beach and the Small Yacht Harbor.
December 23, 2024
PVUSD Trustees in Fiery Discussion
Pajaro Valley Unified’s trustees will appoint a new member to replace outgoing Trustee Kim De Serpa, rather than hold a costly special election.
December 11, 2024
Cabrillo College Housing Project Takes Shape
In a little less than a year, work will begin on a project with 624 beds for students attending both Cabrillo College and UC Santa Cruz.
November 13, 2024
Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board’s Big Shift
When Pajaro Valley Unified School District’s newly elected governing members are sworn, the board will have a different look.
November 8, 2024
Norovirus Outbreak Closes Valencia Elementary School in Aptos
Valencia Elementary School was closed after numerous students were sickened by what is likely norovirus. The school will reopen Tuesday.