The recent release of “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” has inspired two Felton sisters to show the world that a rustic lifestyle befitting the creatures of J.R.R. Tolkien’s fancy is possible and fun in today’s modern world.
Roger Jouron, 58, was found dead near the San Lorenzo River in Boulder Creek at about 4:15 p.m. Saturday, March 23, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office. Jouron was known as a transient in Boulder Creek. No foul play is suspected.
Allen Reames recites a motto while walking by his 185-bush garden on Granite Creek Road in Scotts Valley: “You’ve got to slow down and smell the roses.”
Paperwork from a deluge of appeals postponed the second round of bills for a statewide fire prevention fee that affects residents in unincorporated areas of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Santa Cruz County Environmental Health has expanded its free well water testing program to cover 12 additional chemicals, giving residents more comprehensive information about...