Santa Cruz County Government Announcements

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United States   (05/06/2024)

Recall_Supplier Recalls Impact Two Hy-Vee Products Third-Party Manufacturers Alert Retailer of Potential for Contamination; No Illnesses Reported

Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling two varieties of its Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spread out of an abundance of caution due to the potential for contamination with Salmonella. Additionally, Hy-Vee is voluntarily recalling its bulk-packaged Cookies & Cream Mix out of an
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (05/06/2024)

Empowering Equitable and Inclusive Computer Science Education: 2024 CS CoP Conclusion

Four Years of Impact: Serving 72 Teachers and 1,440 Students The Computer Science Community of Practice (CS CoP) has proudly concluded its fourth year, marking a significant milestone in advancing equitable and inclusive computer science (CS) education in our community. This year's program was expertly facilitated by: Stephanie Sumarna, EdTech & Innovation ToSA at the [...] The post Empowering Equitable …
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United States   (05/05/2024)

Palmer Candy Company Recalls White Confectionary Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Palmer Candy Company, Sioux City, Iowa, is recalling its "White Coated Confectionary Items" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immu
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (05/03/2024)

Recognize a Teacher

Dear community member, One of the highlights of the role of County Superintendent of Schools is getting to recognize the exemplary educators who work across all levels of our TK-12 school community. As we head into Teacher Appreciation Week, from May 6-10, the COE is thrilled to provide a way for students and families to [...] The post Recognize a …
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United States   (05/03/2024)

Chuao Chocolatier Recalls Its: .39 oz /11 Gram Potato Chip Mini Bar Lot 4022 Due to Undeclared Hazelnuts

May 3, 2024, Chuao Chocolatier is voluntarily recalling a single production of Potato Chip mini bar .39oz/11 gram LOT 4022 because some packages may contain undeclared hazelnut. People who are sensitive or have allergies to hazelnut could be at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reactio
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United States   (05/03/2024)

Hormel Foods Sales, LLC Recalls a Limited Number of Planters® Honey Roasted Peanuts 4 Oz. and Planters® Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts 8.75 Oz. Because of Possible Health Risk

Hormel Foods Sales, LLC is voluntarily recalling a limited number of two PLANTERS products that were produced at one of its facilities in April. This recall only impacts two retailers in five states. These products are being recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria
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United States   (05/02/2024)

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Raw Pork Chorizo Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, May. 2, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns of raw pork chorizo products...
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United States   (05/01/2024)

Cargill Meat Solutions Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 - Cargill Meat Solutions, a Hazleton, Pa., establishment, is recalling approximately 16,243 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7...
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United States   (04/30/2024)

Gibson Farms Voluntarily Recalls Organic Light Halves and Pieces Shelled Walnuts Because of Possible Health Risk

On 04/26/2024, Gibson Farms recalled Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts because Gibson Farms received information that they may have the potential to be contaminated with E. Coli 0157:H7. E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults c
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (04/29/2024)

Notice to the Qualified Electors of the Santa Cruz County Board of Educucation, Trustee Area 5, of a Vacancy on the Board

Applications are invited from community members for appointment to a seat on the Santa Cruz County Board of Education representing Trustee Area 5, vacated by the resignation of Alyssa Alto effective April 15, 2024. Applicant Qualifications Applicants must be: 18 years or older, A registered voter Reside within Trustee Area 5 Application Process Interested persons [...] The post Notice to …
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City of Scotts Valley   (04/29/2024)

Community Survey

The City of Scotts Valley has commissioned GRA and McGuire Research, independent research firms, to conduct research on important issues in the City of Scotts Valley. Respondents may be contacted by email, text or telephone.
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United States   (04/27/2024)

H-E-B Issues Voluntary Recall for 3-Ounce Cups of Creamy Creations Ice Cream in Select Flavors

Committed to the safety and quality of its products, H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for 12-count packages of 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream in select flavors for potential metal. The affected products were distributed to all H-E-B stores in Texas and Mexico and Central Market, Joe
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (04/26/2024)

Recognize an Educator

Do you know a teacher who deserves to be recognized? Express your appreciation by completing the short form below. When you're done, a certificate of appreciation will be created and emailed to them during Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10, 2024. The deadline to submit is May 10, 2024. Use the form linked below to recognize [...] The post Recognize an …
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (04/26/2024)

Children’s Memorial Day

Dear community member, Today is Childrens Memorial Day, an observance that calls for the Childrens Memorial Flag to flown statewide in memory of lives lost due to violence against youth. I have the privilege of speaking at a flag raising event today at the Santa Cruz Courthouse, organized by the Childrens Network, Santa Cruz County Human [...] The post Children's …
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State of California   (04/26/2024)

Gail Pellerin CA Assembly 28:
Assemblymember Pellerin Comments on AB 2654 (Fong) from the Assembly Elections Committee

Assemblymember Pellerin Comments on AB 2654 (Fong) from the Assembly Elections Committee robbee Fri, 04/26/2024 - 12:15 Phone 916-319-2028 Friday, April 26, 2024 Assemblymember Gail Pellerin made the following comments during Assembly Elections Committee yesterday, April 25, 2024. Additionally, Assemblymember Pellerin provides the following statement: I have not spoken to the Governor or any members of his team about AB …
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United States   (04/26/2024)

802 VT Frozen Recalls Frozen Meat Pizza Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

WASHINGTON, April 26, 2024 - 802 VT Frozen, a Newport, Vt. establishment, is recalling approximately 8,221 pounds of frozen meat pizza due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department...
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State of California   (04/26/2024)

Gail Pellerin CA Assembly 28:
Support AB 2839 - Deepfake Disinformation

Support AB 2839 - Deepfake Disinformation robbee Fri, 04/26/2024 - 09:50 Friday, April 26, 2024
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State of California   (04/26/2024)

Dawn Addis CA Assembly 30:
Press Conference with Governor Newsom and the California Legislative Women's Caucus

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Assemblymember Addis spoke at a press conference held with Governor Newsom and Members of the California Legislative Women's Caucus regarding the Arizona Abortion Bill.
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (04/26/2024)

FashionTeens 2024

Catch up on all the sustainable, student-created fashion on display at FashionTeens 2024, held April 19 at the Rio Theatre! A program of the Santa Cruz COE in partnership with Arts Council Santa Cruz County, FashionTeens is a countywide event where students in grades 6-12 showcase wearable clothing that is made from recycled, upcycled or [...] The post FashionTeens 2024 …
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (04/25/2024)

‘Fentanyl High’ Screening & Panel

To raise awareness about the fentanyl and the opioid epidemic, the Santa Cruz COE is partnering with high school filmmaker Kyle Santoro and Santa Cruz Community Health to host a free event featuring the screening of Kyle's film "Fentanyl High." The event takes place May 2 and the Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz, and includes [...] The post ‘Fentanyl High' …
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City of Scotts Valley   (04/25/2024)

Unsung Heroes

In his monthly message, Mayor Johnson writes about the many people who volunteer to serve their communities.
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United States   (04/24/2024)

Tama Corporation Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

Tama Corporation of Doral FL is recalling 24-ounce containers of "Oueso de Mano PAISA" have contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy indivi
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