The Mountain Gardener: As garden stirs, it’s the time to plan
In February, the landscape stirs to life. Well, not in Minnesota or Tahoe — but around here, the plums, tulip magnolias, manzanita, forsythia, flowering currants and quince are in full bloom. Other deciduous trees and plants that still look bare are starting to grow roots deep underground.
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Your Health: When to call in sick
It’s getting to be the time of year when respiratory illnesses, such as colds, coughs and the flu, begin to make more of us ill.
Editorial: Potential supervisor boundary change is wrong
What is taking place at the county government level is exactly why the average person dislikes politicians.
Cross country: Scotts Valley’s deep team has high hopes
After finishing 14thin the state last fall, the Scotts Valley boys cross country team has high hopes and expectations for 2013.
The Wine Lover: Time in barrels a key to fine winemaking
Barrel aging is one of the most essential parts of making red wine and many chardonnays.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...