Business Owners to Get Info on Scotts Valley’s Grant Program
When former mayor Derek Timm announced that Scotts Valley would be giving out cash to needy local businesses during his State of the City address at the beginning of October, it was welcome news for business owners who have faced seemingly endless trials during...
Disposable cups fees won’t start until 2022
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on May 11 voted unanimously to delay a 25-cent fee for disposable cups at businesses in the unincorporated parts of the county until January 2022.
County officials crafted the ordinance to reduce the amount of disposable cups that...
Strictly Business | Opposite of East
I am perpetually on the lookout for fresh insights and novel viewpoints for local businesses whose products and services command our attention and investment.
I listen for businesses that triumph over trials and offer ways to further brand and develop my business and yours. The...
Strictly Business | Cook Your Way Around the World
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 creator of Barbara J’s Organics Spice Shop, invites food lovers of all levels to transform their meals into flavorful adventures....
Hwy 9 closure squeezes Ben Lomond businesses
The fallen branches have been neatly arranged along a rock border next to the La Placa Family Bakery parking lot as the sun streams down through the redwoods to the red translucent awning, but here along Highway 9 in Ben Lomond, the storms are...
Strictly Business | The Ultimate Trio: Fashion, Fun & Feel-Good Finds
Nestled in the heart of downtown Felton, SCM Clothing Glass & A$$ is redefining the shopping experience. It is located conveniently across from RiteAid on Highway 9. This unique store combines an extraordinary mix of themed T-shirts, custom hats, adult pleasure toys and premium...
Scotts Valley Ballroom Dance Studio Welcomes Interested Students
Back in July 2021, when the Press Banner reported that Richard Myers and his wife Marianne were planning to open a ballroom dance studio in Scotts Valley, the pandemic appeared to be waning.
There was a sense of eagerness at their Arthur Murray location in...
Boulder Creek businesses face financial strain amid SLVWD’s water shutoffs
Residents of Boulder Creek have been through hell and high water over the past several years, but the San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) is adding to the dismay of neighborhoods and small businesses in town with a decisive lack of communication about their...
Making Affordable Housing a Reality in Scotts Valley
In December, as Scotts Valley approved 52 new housing units—including eight that will be affordably priced—at the new Oak Creek Park “gateway,” Council members learned these won’t count toward the 1,220 homes they have to plan for over the next eight years.
Elected officials say...
Strictly Business | Women’s Evolution Retreat — A Sanctuary for Renewal & Growth
The roots of women’s retreats may be less documented, but their surge in popularity in recent decades reflects the growing emphasis on self-care, wellness and women's empowerment. Today, retreats are recognized as powerful tools for helping women disconnect from daily pressures, realign with their...
Scotts Valley introduces $36M budget, as revenues come in at almost...
For City of Scotts Valley staff, preparing the budget is a year-long endeavor. That’s because it’s the critical financial document that provides a roadmap...
