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The Mountain Gardener | Veggies in the Shade

Being the type who doesn’t take no for an answer, I’m going to try growing veggies on my shady deck again. I wasn’t very...

The Mountain Gardener | Survivors in the Garden

Many, many years ago my landscape designer group was fortunate to get a private tour by the head gardener at Filoli Gardens. One of...

Mayor’s Message | A Look at Scotts Valley’s New Development

Recently there have been many questions about new development in Scotts Valley. As has been widely reported, the City has worked to meet the...

Finance | Trump Tax Benefits for Rich and Modest Taxpayers

Trump tax contains more than the itemized deductions and child taxes I previously discussed; he sought votes from modest earners, donations from the rich...

Guest Viewpoint | Building a Resilient Future for the San Lorenzo Valley

Over the past few weeks, many neighbors have stopped me around the valley asking about the work happening at Mountain Community Resources (MCR) and...

The Mountain Gardener | Fragrant Spring in the Garden

I’m ready for spring. These warm spells have given me spring fever. Many plants blooming now are fragrant. Mother Nature encourages pollinators to find...

Strictly Business | Through the Lens: Two Women, Two Visions, One Bold Beginning

Remember when you started your own business? That quiet question that lingers in the background: Will I succeed … and what was I thinking? Most...

Plain Talk About Food | Life’s Lessons

“Life…some of it’s magic, some of it’s tragic, but I’ve had a good life all the way.” —Jimmy Buffett I was scrolling through the Nextdoor...

Guest Viewpoint | No Kings Day 3: The Power of Protests

On Saturday, March 28, millions of Americans will assert their constitutional rights of free speech and peaceful assembly by participating in the third No...

The Mountain Gardener | March Tasks in the Garden for Spring Equinox 2026

On Friday, March 20, at 7:46am, the day and night will be almost equal. That’s why it’s called the Spring or Vernal Equinox. Some...

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News Briefs | Published April 17, 2026

Santa Cruz METRO celebrates Earth Day with free fares Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) is celebrating Earth Day by offering free fares countywide on...