Santa Cruz County Water Overview

How scientists are working to keep water safe at Watsonville lake, and around the county

Among several projects in the works, MBARI is retiring its largest research vessel to make way for a new ship

Lanting and partner Chris Eckstrom turn their sights on showcasing the Monterey Bay in photographs and stories

Voting day is on Nov. 8, and several candidates for the San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board of Directors are looking for your vote.  Two of the currently seated directors—Board President Gail Mahood, and Jayme Ackemann—will maintain their positions for …

One of Santa Cruz's iconic natural spots transformed forever in one night

A man who says he was overcharged thousands of dollars by the Scotts Valley Water District didn’t get a payout after pleading his case in front of its board, last week. But Jim Chelossi learned his prediction had come true—several …

WATSONVILLE—Within the next two or three years, crews will begin work on rebuilding the Pajaro River Levee, giving 100-year flood protection to residents beset by years of devastating floods, and putting an end to a chapter in a South County …

WATSONVILLE—Gov. Gavin Newsom on Oct. 1 signed a bill into law that gives full funding to the long-awaited Pajaro River Levee Project, giving 100-year protection to the people who live in the South County communities that are prone to destructive …

‘Water’s Extreme Journey’ is designed like a game to inform visitors about the challenges local watersheds are facing

By Mark Dolson When our family moved to Ben Lomond in 1995, I learned to write monthly checks to PG&E for energy and to San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) for water. In the years ahead, I became painfully aware …