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

March 20, 2026

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

Fitness | Grip and Wrist Strength

Finance | Asset Flipping to Avoid Taxes

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

Plain Talk About Food | Small Mercies

July 26, 2024

“I am thankful for small mercies. Some people expect only the best. I found that I begin at the other extreme…expecting nothing and am...

TherapyWorks | The Power of Forgiveness and Its Impact on Mental Health

July 25, 2024

Practicing forgiveness can have powerful health benefits. Forgiveness is associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety, higher self-esteem, and greater life satisfaction. Understanding...

The Mountain Gardener | The Gardens of Poland

July 25, 2024

I’m vacationing this week in Oregon, visiting my webmaster Evan in Eugene and also my friend Janie who lives in the historic mining town...

Letter to the Editor | Published July 19, 2024

July 19, 2024

Family extends thank you With heartfelt gratitude, we give thanks to the hundreds of people in our amazing community who supported and checked in with...

Finance | Diversify Stock Rabbits with Bond Turtles

July 19, 2024

If stocks perform like hopping rabbits, who needs sluggish bonds in the Santa Cruz Mountains? The answer lies not in market timing but numerous...

The Mountain Gardener | Oh Deer! Part II: Techniques to Deter Them

July 18, 2024

A Facebook friend posts photos taken of her yard with lots of turkeys and deer families. How can you not love a picture of...

Letters to the Editor | Published July 12, 2024

July 12, 2024

Gratitude for coverage and community support of Damians Ladder Last week’s Press Banner paper carried the story of the newly formed 501c3 nonprofit organization, Damians...

Finance | The Rule of 72

July 11, 2024

72/Rate of Return ≈ Years to Double Value Old as the Renaissance, this simplified rule should be shouted from rooftops, emblazoned on blimps and taught...

The Mountain Gardener | Oh, Deer! Part I

July 11, 2024

I thought my plants were safe from deer. Because most of my sunny spots are in front, I planted lots of colorful annuals and...

Letter to the Editor | Published July 5, 2024

July 8, 2024

Highway 17 southbound near Mt. Hermon Road poses severe wildfire risk The Highway 17 southbound corridor approaching Mt. Hermon Road and the right turn area...

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

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

Fitness | Grip and Wrist Strength

Finance | Asset Flipping to Avoid Taxes

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

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News Briefs | Published March 20, 2026

Early morning blaze at Bonny Doon fire station

Daytime and overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton continues...

Felton’s Thormann marks 50 years with PGA

Vegetation control project to impact Highway 17 north of Scotts Valley...