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PVUSD to Form Committee to Rename Cesar Chavez School
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District is moving forward with a formal process to consider renaming Cesar Chavez School. Full Story page 7
Students compete in the MATE Monterey Bay Regional ROV Competition on April 25.
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Teens From X Academy Heading to International Competition Again By JON CHOWN event brought together student teams from across California’s Central Valley, the Bay Area, Monterey County and beyond. But it was the local X Academy teams—made up of Santa Cruz County students—that once again rose to the top in the underwater competition. ... continues on page 4
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WATSONVILLE — Local students tied to the X Academy robotics program stood out at the MATE Monterey Bay Regional ROV Competition on April 25, taking top honors and continuing a streak of success for Santa Cruz County teams. Held at the Watsonville High School pool, the all-day
The Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture has announced its 2026 annual award recipients, honoring individuals, businesses and organizations whose work has shaped the Pajaro Valley’s economy, culture and civic life. Full Story page 5
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