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February 2026 • Vol 29 No. 2
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The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office believe a weapon and ammunition that were recently found on the Aptos High School campus had been left there for weeks ... Full Story page 6
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By JON CHOWN Scotts Valley Performing Arts is known for big family musicals, but now it’s going to another level with its production of “Newsies,” which will have a total cast of 83 people, the majority of them children.
“It’s a huge cast of 83 because I’m insane,” laughed director Mikaela Reed. “Most are kids. The youngest is 5. I put them in tiny newsie caps and they’re so cute. I can’t tell you how excited I am.” ... continues on page 4
Poltz to Bring the Joy to Felton
Steve Poltz will not let current events get him down, and if you’re feeling blue, he has a message for you. “Love a Little Bigger, Forgive a Little Quicker.” Full Story page 7
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