Commentary: Promising future develops in Scotts Valley
When reflecting upon the state of the city — like the Roman god Janus, for whom January was named — one must look to the future and the past. Scotts Valley is fortunate to have had a good past year, and I know you share my confidence that the upcoming year will be memorable, as well.
Wine lover: The season for bubbles
We’re in the holiday season, and what better time to talk about the drink of celebration: Champagne!
Go World Cup: Where you can catch the World Cup
The World Cup is a global event, because people from all over the planet participate simultaneously via television. About 90,000 will be physically present at the World Cup on July 11, but hundreds of millions of people will watch the tournament on television.
Teen Time: An introduction
Hello everyone, my name is Olivia Doherty. I am a Scotts Valley middle-schooler who has opinions just like you. I want to share with you my observations about what a middle-schooler thinks on a daily basis.
The Mountain Gardener: How to fill a container properly
A tree in full bloom is a breathtaking sight. A flowering shrub covered with fragrant blossoms is awe inspiring, too. But it's a spectacular group of plants in a great container that never fails to get my attention.
The Mountain Gardener: Living fences make good neighbors
To quote Robert Frost from his 1914 poem “Mending Walls”: “Good fences make good neighbors.”
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...