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Plain Talk About Food | A Bushel and a Peck

November 6, 2025

The Mountain Gardener | Japanese Maples Shine Bright in the Fall

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

The Mountain Gardener | Halloween Fun in the Garden This Season

Finance | Financial Freedom Evolves with Professional Advice

Mayor’s Message | Investing in Safety and Strengthening Community Through Service

May 9, 2025

One of the greatest privileges of serving as your mayor is having a front-row seat to the dedication and quiet heroism of those who...

Guest Viewpoint | A Water Agency’s Perspective on Fighting Wildfires

May 8, 2025

Cal Fire is observing Wildfire Preparedness Week from May 4-10, 2025. This week is an opportunity to build awareness around the measures that individuals,...

The Mountain Gardener | 1,000 Columns and Still Growing Strong

May 8, 2025

It all started back in 2005 when my first column was published in the newly combined San Lorenzo Valley Press and the Scotts Valley...

Finance | Hemming, Hawing and Hedging Options

May 2, 2025

“Concision in style, Precision in thought, Decision in life.” —Victor Hugo We are a nation of consumers and investors, hemming, hawing and hedging with Trump,...

Plain Talk About Food | Ocean’s Bounty

May 1, 2025

My entire life has revolved around our ocean’s bounty, whether it be in the fierce beauty of storms I’ve witnessed living next to its...

The Mountain Gardener | Flowering Dogwoods for the Santa Cruz Mountains

May 1, 2025

I don’t know if I like the pink ones or the white ones best. A flowering dogwood in any shade is stunning. My friend...

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...

Fitness | Balance Isn’t Just for Seniors

April 24, 2025

How’s your balance? Having good balance isn’t just for seniors. Stability is necessary at any age, maintaining good balance is critical for preventing falls...

TherapyWorks | Stress Looks Different on Everyone

April 24, 2025

We often think of stress as something we “just deal with.” But the truth is, it impacts our relationships, health and our ability to...

The Mountain Gardener | What You Need to Know About Wisteria

April 24, 2025

The wisteria blooming now are spectacular. I almost forget about them during the dormant season as I’m not fortunate to have one in my...

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Plain Talk About Food | A Bushel and a Peck

The Mountain Gardener | Japanese Maples Shine Bright in the Fall

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

The Mountain Gardener | Halloween Fun in the Garden This Season

Finance | Financial Freedom Evolves with Professional Advice

SOCIAL MEDIA

Town Hall to discuss District 5 roads on Nov. 13 in...

Santa Cruz County unites to combat food insecurity during government shutdown...

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...