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September 4, 2025

TherapyWorks | Benefits of Reflecting on Your Year & How to Do It

As the calendar year comes to a close, many of us instinctively turn to goal-setting and resolutions for the year ahead. But before you rush into planning, take a moment to look back. Reflecting on your year isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s a powerful mental...

The Mountain Gardener | Love Is in the Air — Plant Reproduction

One of my favorite classes when I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo was Plant Taxonomy. On the surface the subject sounds a little dry, but the professor was all about plant reproduction, which is quite exciting and more varied than you think. So...

Letter: Just like San Jose?

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The Mountain Gardener | For the Love of Roses

January is almost over with nary a raindrop. Our days have been lovely and many of my plants have started growing earlier than usual. Guess I can’t put off pruning my Compassion rose any longer. I see some outstanding new rose varieties available for...

Letter: SLV should vote local

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Fitness | Lower Body Strength for Longevity

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How strong is your lower body? Having a strong lower body can help you move with ease and function throughout the day. While improving posture and preventing injury. Making daily tasks like walking, running, jumping and even squatting down to reach for something easier. Lower...

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News Briefs | Published Aug. 29, 2025

Supervisor Martinez to speak to North County Dems Fifth District Supervisor Monica Martinez will be the guest speaker for the Democratic Club of North Santa...