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Local Nonprofits Wrap Up a Great Year of Giving Now...

Wanderlust Family Carolyn Kelley and her family split their time...

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Local Nonprofit Launches a Crowdfunding Raise Everyone Can Invest to...

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Mother Kari Byron Spent a Lot of Time Busting Myths...

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Divorce on a Budget By Bob Derber and Judge Paul...

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He Lights up the Skies for Kids Marc Monte Honored...

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From Farm to Film New Business Teaches Kids to be...

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The Answer to “I’m Bored” By Mary Gaukel Opportunities for...

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Dignity Health Dominican Hospital Expansion Dignity Health Dominican Hospital will undergo...

The Worst Day for a Family Lawyer, Addressing Domestic Violence...

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Keep Santa Cruz Laughing: A Movie Theater Turned into a...

Cabrillo Offers a Free Summer Camp for Students to Spark...

Teens Talk Back These Students are Well on Their Way...

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Student Artwork Goes Public Kathleen Crocetti and her Students Collaborate...

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