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And check out John Rybak + Friends @ Henflings Tavern on the Scotts Valley Patch calendar

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Greetings Scotts Valley! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How are Scotts Valley's young runners and football squad stacking up?
  • Scotts Valley mourns young motorcyclist killed in Santa Cruz County crash
  • How could a new financing district reshape Scotts Valley's infrastructure?

Also on today's calendar: John Rybak + Friends @ Henflings Tavern and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 90 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Scotts Valley's cross country remains on course despite 'rebuild' season (pressbanner.com) — Scotts Valley High's cross country teams are navigating a rebuilding year with strong leadership from standout runners like Hanna and Hailey Shehorn, while still eyeing league titles and state berths. The story also recaps a tight football win over North Monterey County and previews Scotts Valley's league opener at San Lorenzo Valley on Oct. 3, giving local fans key dates and context.
   

• Connor Wildey Killed in Santa Cruz County Accident on Merk and Corralitos Roads (pacificattorneygroup.com) — A 23-year-old Scotts Valley resident, Connor Wildey, has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in a September 23 collision at Merk and Corralitos roads in Santa Cruz County. Investigators say a Watsonville driver turning left in a pickup struck Wildey's southbound motorcycle; Wildey later died at the hospital, and authorities report neither alcohol nor drugs are suspected.
   

• Santa Cruz County confronts $30 million budget shortfall while touting progress on mental health, homelessness (lookout.co) — Santa Cruz County leaders are warning of a projected $30 million budget shortfall next year and are asking voters to consider a half-cent sales tax increase to protect key services. For Scotts Valley residents, the county is partnering with the city on an enhanced infrastructure financing district aimed at funding local roads, water and sewer upgrades, wildfire resilience, and affordable housing projects that could shape future development.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello neighbors I'm renting a large room with extra large storage own entrance and small kitchenette very close to bus stop and main road, the room is available now and you can send me a private msg to come see it.
    Rent 1500 with bills included for 1 women or 2 (water and electricity separately if it's more then one). (Nextdoor Northwest Scotts Valley)
  • Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Scotts Valley. Apply here.
  • Pacific Collegiate Charter School posted a job opening for Collaborative Pianist in Santa Cruz. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Scotts Valley here.

🗞 Nearby News

Felton

  • Creed Bratton brings music, humor to Felton (santacruzsentinel.com)
  • 10th Annual Santa Cruz Mountains Steampunk Picnic (slvpost.com)
  • Hidden Amongst the Redwoods, This Quietly Cool Mountain Town Is the Fall Escape You Need (sunset.com)

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Watsonville

  • Iconic Castroville Roadside Restaurant Closes (patch.com)

Ok Scotts Valley! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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