Nature Friendly: The Olympia watershed: A forbidden sand hills journey
“I wandered lonely as a cloud
A 12-step program for Sacramento
After the overwhelming defeat of the ill-conceived budget-balancing propositions in the May 19 election, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and state lawmakers seem finally to be aware that half-baked measures aren’t the answer.
Let’s Go Fishin’: Salmon surviving in warm ocean and river waters
With many opposing obstacles — including warm ocean water, lack of rain, and low river flows — the return of chinook salmon looks promising.
Around town: Tuesday morning bocce
The Tuesday morning Scotts Valley Senior Center Bocce League was in full swing this morning.
The Mountain Gardener: Dreaming of summer roses
I'm daydreaming about the flowers of spring and summer. What could be more impressive than a big, fragrant, jewel-toned rose? There are some great new ones out this year that I have my eye on. Maybe you have room for one more.
DATEBOOK: Oct. 9 to Nov. 6
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Chamber announces community awards
The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce will recognize the contributions of several community members at a gala evening next month, A Toast to Scotts Valley. The night will feature food, awards presentations, entertainment and live and silent auctions.
Landauer falls in state wrestling
San Lorenzo Valley High senior Ben Landauer went 1-2 overall and was eliminated in the first round during his appearance at the California Interscholastic Federation wrestling championship Friday, March 2.
Central Coast Good Fire Fair returns Saturday to Henry Cowell Redwoods...
California State Parks will host the third Central Coast Good Fire Fair and demonstration burn Saturday, Oct. 10, at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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