Donation makes science come alive
When Professor Gigglesnort started talking last week, the children in Barbara Martinez’s first-grade class fell silent as they listened to the sock-puppet’s explanation of the mass of several objects.
Home & Garden: A fresh look at a familiar space
Felton resident Michelle Takemoto takes a room or home and completely updates the feel — without buying anything new.
Zayante fire chief takes top position at Central
Zayante fire Chief Jeff Maxwell is leaving the Zayante Fire Protection District after a 10-year stint as the head of the agency where he got his start as a volunteer in 1980.
Home & Garden: Bonsai bonanza
Boulder Creek resident Ron Anderson displays a San Jose juniper, one of his bonsai trees. The one pictured at top is in a full cascade style, “kengai,” and is about 25 to 30 years old.
Ben Lomond chief calls it quits
Ben Lomond fire Chief John Charcho announced this month that he is retiring from fire protection for a second time.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...
