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April 2, 2026

The Mountain Gardener | St. Patrick’s Day Isn’t the Only Time for Green

Wearing something green on St. Patrick’s Day has been a tradition since immigrants, particularly in the United States, transformed the holiday into a largely...

Scotts Valley School Bell | Decisions for the Future

This month, I want to start by congratulating our Scotts Valley High Lady Falcons varsity basketball team! For the first time ever, they advanced...

Mayor’s Message | A Legacy of Community Policing Continues in Scotts Valley

The City of Scotts Valley has long been recognized as one of the safest cities in the state. That reputation did not happen by...

The Mountain Gardener | Phenology and You

Always on the look out for potential problems in my garden, I can use all the help I can get. Solutions are out there....

Plain Talk About Food | The House Across the Street: Awaiting New Neighbors

“It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood, a beautiful day for a neighbor.” —Mr. (Fred) Rogers The house stands empty now, its windows have been...

Finance | Child Taxes After Trump Reforms

Now kids will be born with tax deductions and savings checks! Without these, parents save for children after taxes up to 37%. And they...

The Mountain Gardener | Tips for Planting Success This Season

With our gardens coming to life at this time of year, we are hopeful that each plant will achieve its full potential during this...

Strictly Business | Using AI Without Losing Your Human Magic

To my business readership and leadership audience: as AI platforms boost efficiency, how do we ensure we maintain authentic, human-centered leadership rather than becoming...

TherapyWorks | Relationships & Mental Health: Why Connection Matters

When we think about mental health, we often picture stress, anxiety, burnout or life transitions. But one of the most powerful influences on our...

The Mountain Gardener | Allergy Season is Upon Us Once Again

I live on Boulder Creek, where the native red alder is in full bloom. Their catkins release wind-borne pollen, which along with the redwoods...

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Caltrans changes speed limits on portion of Highway 17

Caltrans announced March 18 that speed limits will change on a 0.74-mile segment along Highway 17 in Santa Cruz County, following a recent engineering...