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Strictly Business | When Sound Becomes Medicine: A Journey Into Sound & Soul

October 31, 2025

Starbucks workers rally for unionization in Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley gets first look at environmental impact of Town Center project

Santa Cruz Restaurant Week returns for 17th year

Strictly Business | The Ripple Effect of Women’s Leadership Summits

Strictly Business | Spanky’s Café: Embracing Community in the Valley

August 29, 2025

On one of my regular hikes with friends, I mentioned I was looking for another business to feature in this column. They suggested Spanky’s....

Brookdale celebrates grand opening of new businesses this Sunday

July 24, 2025

Local restaurateur and entrepreneur Mario Ibarra has announced the grand opening of two businesses in Brookdale—Brookdale Cafe & Grill and The Lounge at Brookdale...

Nominations open for Best Of Scotts Valley 2025

July 23, 2025

Here’s a ballot everyone can agree about—Best Of Scotts Valley 2025. This year we are moving to two phases of voting. Starting July 16, we’ll...

Ember Flash named semifinalist in XPRIZE Wildfire competition

July 18, 2025

Ember Flash Aerospace, a Santa Cruz County company with deep ties in the San Lorenzo Valley, has been named a semifinalist in the XPRIZE...

Strictly Business | Human Magic Networking: Why Real Connection Still Wins

June 27, 2025

I wasn't going to be left behind. When social media platforms became popular and essential in the early 2000s, I hesitated. I had attended...

Strictly Business | Firespark: A Path to Regenerative Health

May 30, 2025

In the movie “Avatar,” a powerful phrase echoes—“I see you.” It’s more than a greeting; it’s a recognition of the soul. And as the...

Chamber gala honors Scotts Valley’s 2024 leaders

May 19, 2025

The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce last week took its supporters and benefactors on a Passport Around the World ride at its annual Community...

Strictly Business | Cook Your Way Around the World

April 25, 2025

By exploring global flavors, Barbara J’s Organics Spice Shop brings the art of cooking to life—one delicious blend at a time. Barbara Johansen, owner and...

New leaders bring fresh energy to Boulder Creek Business Association

April 11, 2025

The season of spring is a time of renewal. From blooming bulbs to animals awaking from hibernation, the onset of warmer weather and longer...

Guild Kitchen: Act III owner’s San Lorenzo Valley roots run deep

March 29, 2025

For the past few years, more often than not, you could find Alan Strong perched on a folding chair on break from his janitorial...

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Strictly Business | When Sound Becomes Medicine: A Journey Into Sound & Soul

Starbucks workers rally for unionization in Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley gets first look at environmental impact of Town Center project

Santa Cruz Restaurant Week returns for 17th year

Strictly Business | The Ripple Effect of Women’s Leadership Summits

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News Briefs | Published Oct. 31, 2025

Starbucks workers rally for unionization in Scotts Valley

Santa Cruz Wharf incident: 1 person dead, dog sent for emergency...

News Briefs | Published Oct. 24, 2025

Santa Cruz County Recorder’s Office launches ‘Fraud Notify’