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Plain Talk About Food | X’s and O’s

February 13, 2026

The Mountain Gardener | Love is In the Air: Plant Reproduction

Guest Viewpoint | Fifth District Focus Enters Second Year

Scotts Valley School Bell | Schools Focus on Growth, Wellness and Funding

Mayor’s Message | Storms, Sinkholes and Staying the Course

Letter to the Editor | Published Oct. 24, 2025

October 24, 2025

California Voters Deserve Fair Redistricting In response to the Oct. 5 Letter to the Editor, “Support Prop 50 and Stop the Republican Power Grab,” the...

TherapyWorks | 7 Healthy Fall Habits to Benefit Your Mental Health

October 23, 2025

As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change, fall offers a natural opportunity to reset. The slower pace and cozy routines...

The Mountain Gardener | Everything You Didn’t Know About Mums

October 23, 2025

You probably think of mums as boring. They’re everywhere at this time of year. Many consider them a bit of color on the front...

Mayor’s Message | The Stitchwork That Holds Us Together

October 17, 2025

This past week, I saw a flash of hope in our small corner of the world. Our City Council was tasked with selecting a...

Letter to the Editor | Published Oct. 17, 2025

October 17, 2025

Vandalizing signs threatens our voice and community Dear Editor and Neighbors, I love living in Scotts Valley. I love my neighbors. I was shocked to...

Fitness | Improving Dementia Through Exercise

October 16, 2025

Did you know having a regular fitness routine is one of the best things that you can do to reduce your risk of developing...

The Mountain Gardener | Why to Plant Ornamental Grasses

October 16, 2025

I’ve yet to come across a client who doesn’t want ornamental grasses in their garden. Well, everybody except my friend, Sue, who is allergic...

Finance | Medicare and Medicare Advantage Planning

October 10, 2025

“Profit mechanisms…explain why so many Americans with ‘good insurance’ still find themselves fighting for care, drowning in paperwork, and facing financial ruin when serious...

Scotts Valley School Bell | Schools Kick Off New Year With Upgrades, Student Achievements

October 9, 2025

Hello Scotts Valley community! Your schools are back in full swing, and as your board president, I wanted to give you an update on...

The Mountain Gardener | Detection Dogs Are More Than Man’s Best Friend

October 9, 2025

I read recently that detection dogs in Lassen Park picked up the scent of the endangered red fox. They detected about 85 scat that...

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Plain Talk About Food | X’s and O’s

The Mountain Gardener | Love is In the Air: Plant Reproduction

Guest Viewpoint | Fifth District Focus Enters Second Year

Scotts Valley School Bell | Schools Focus on Growth, Wellness and Funding

Mayor’s Message | Storms, Sinkholes and Staying the Course

SOCIAL MEDIA

News Briefs | Published Feb. 13, 2026

Caltrans sets lower speed limits along Highway 9

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter schedules low-cost spay/neuter clinic in February

Overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton continues Sunday

Candidate filing opens Monday for June 2026 Primary Election