Third Dry Year, Drought Demands Action
Since Santa Cruz has entered its third year in a row of severe dry conditions, the city is pushing for ways to alleviate the water shortage.
Jail Expansion Grant Provokes Protest
Activists are up in arms over the proposed expansion of the Rountree county jail facility, funded by a state grant.
Capitola Bans Commercial Marijuana
In addition to denying a building permit application to open a medical marijuana commercial grow, Capitola bans the sale of medical marijuana altogether.
Q&A with New Mayor Lynn Robinson
City on a Hill Press Sits Down to Speak With Santa Cruz Mayor Lynn Robinson About Her Goals for 2014
Community Profile: Internship Opportunities
Students speak about their local internship opportunities and experiences
Book Drive Aims to Promote Youth Interest in Reading
Bookshop Santa Cruz is holding a book drive for local public schools for the third year in a row. Librarians from 10 different schools have submitted wish lists, and books meant for donation are sold at a twenty percent discount as Bookshop Santa Cruz until Dec. 31
Downtown Farmers Market: Sustainable Food Hub
The sound of animated chatter, the smell of flowers and freshly prepared food and the hustle of eager marketgoers greet anyone passing by the Wednesday farmers market, in downtown Santa Cruz. This weekly wonder is the Santa Cruz destination for locally grown and sustainable food, whether visitors are going on a grocery run or grabbing a bite to eat.
City’s Water Plan Flows Forward
The latest City Council meeting spotlighted both Santa Cruz’s water shortage problem and the opening of the San Lorenzo River for public use. Both issues were addressed via unanimous votes, which set forth the path to achieve a viable water solution, as well as the opening of the river.
Permanent Memorial Planned for Fallen Santa Cruz Police Officers
The Santa Cruz Police Department announced plans for a permanent memorial garden to honor fallen officers Sgt. Loran “Butch” Baker and Detective Elizabeth Butler, on Nov. 12.
Stoked on Spokes
The purpose behind bike riding can be different for everyone. Some people want to go fast and others just want to get to their destination.