Opinion

By Bruce McPherson, County Supervisor This year began like many other years—unpredictable but full of promise. What we experienced, managing twin crises, was a test of our ability to meet the moment and adapt for the future. Although we end 2020 fighting a renewed battle...

Years ago, a dear friend upgraded me to a Piggy Bank as she was tired of watching me put my nickels and dimes into a mason jar after my weekly grocery shopping. Only nickels and dimes went into that jar, a habit I’ve had...

On Oct. 9, the Valley Women’s Club (VWC) and League of Women Voters hosted a forum to educate the public on Measure U, a proposal to repeal all fixed water charges and limit future increases to the San Lorenzo Valley Water District’s regular Water...

I understand, not everyone enjoys or wants to workout, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do things each day to keep you strong, mobile and healthy. When you hear getting in better shape, you probably naturally think of the gym and another monthly expense...

The calendar shows it’s spring. The longer days definitely say “spring.” And the weather couldn’t be more “spring-like.” But I'm concerned about the soil in my small garden. Besides battling the gophers (what could they be finding to munch on down there?), my soil...