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What services are provided by Santa Cruz County and its four cities? - Santa Cruz Local
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Lookout Local: Ken Doctor's False Narrative About Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz city budget shows signs of recovery, but long-term problems persist - Santa Cruz Local
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Vouchers help house hundreds in Santa Cruz County, but high demand remains - Santa Cruz Local
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Reports explain labor shortage in Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Local
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Join our movement - Santa Cruz Local
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Housing News - Santa Cruz Local
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Santa Cruz sobering center could reopen in January - Santa Cruz Local
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Top 5 Educational (and Fun) Family Outings - Visit Santa Cruz County
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Election Guide: Measure B in Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Local