Scotts Valley Celebrates 'Newsies' Production and MLK Day

City Council declares emergency to fix sinkhole, while sheriff's office investigates gun found at local high school

Jan. 30, 2026 at 7:23pm

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The Scotts Valley community is abuzz with a variety of news, including a highly anticipated production of the musical 'Newsies' with a large cast of local kids, the city council declaring an emergency to fix a dangerous sinkhole, and the sheriff's office investigating a gun found at a high school. Additionally, the city is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a parade, and there are reports of mountain lion sightings across the county.

Why it matters

These stories highlight the vibrant cultural and civic life in Scotts Valley, from the community's passion for the arts to its efforts to address public safety concerns. The range of news also reflects the diverse issues and events that shape a local community.

The details

The 'Newsies' production is being directed by an excited local team, and the large cast of kids is preparing for the premiere. The city council has declared an emergency to quickly fix a sinkhole that poses an immediate threat to public safety. Meanwhile, the sheriff's office is investigating a gun found at a local high school, though details around any arrests remain unclear.

  • The 'Newsies' production is set to premiere soon.
  • The city council declared the emergency to fix the sinkhole.
  • The sheriff's office is currently investigating the gun found at the high school.

The players

Jon Chown

A local journalist reporting on the news in Scotts Valley.

Mike Perez

A local resident who may have saved lives and is now seeking to be left alone.

Jeanne Burke

A missing person whose body was found during a search.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.