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September 7, 2025

Let’s go fishin’: Crab season to begin Saturday

Crab season is starting soon, rockfish are still on the bite and the 35th annual Albacore Feed is Nov. 10. The days may be getting shorter, but there are tons of fun fishing options to be had.

Talk about money: With election finished, taxes uncertain

The long political campaign is over. Endless hours of debates and political ads ended with not much change in Washington, D.C. Barack Obama is still president, Democrats still control the Senate and Republicans still control the House.

Let’s go fishin’: Tuna fever strikes

Warm blue water pushed into the Monterey Canyon recently with a force we have not seen in many years. The skies were shrouded by a veiled marine layer, hiding the warm water from satellite imagery. Fishermen did not know exactly how warm the water was or how close to shore it had pushed its way in. With the warm water came the highly esteemed game fish albacore tuna.

Untarnished etiquette: Proper cellphone use imperative

When we purchase cellphones, they come with a set of detailed instructions that direct us to all the benefits best suited for specific needs. What they do not come with are instructions in proper phone etiquette.

Have a stress-less holiday season

If I said stress-free holidays are possible, would you believe me? In reality, “stress-less” is achievable, and more honest.

Datebook

- Submit Datebook items to [email protected] or drop off press releases or photos at 5215 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. F, Scotts Valley 95066. Deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday. Entries are subject to editing, and publication is not guaranteed.

The Mountain Gardener: Winter natives keep birds in the garden

There's no way around it. January may signal the start of the new year, but most of our plants still have the day off. I need inspiration on these cold mornings when most of my plants are asleep.

Let’s go fishin’: State department changes names, maintains mission

As of Jan. 1, the name of the former California Fish and Game is California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Homeless Point-in-Time Count shows continued progress in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County Housing for Health Partnership (H4HP) has released results of the 2025 Homeless Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, demonstrating a significant drop in individuals...