The pros and cons of bonds
When I discuss investments with people in Scotts Valley who are not my clients (yet), they often say, “Most of my money is in bonds.”
Spotlight: Bigfoot conference in Felton
The Bigfoot Discovery Museum in Felton will host its third annual conference Saturday, Oct. 17.
Treat bronchitis the right way
Acute bronchitis, an infection causing inflammations of the lung’s airways, is one of the most common of human ailments.
Scotts Valley wrestler second in state; local boys show well at sections
Scotts Valley High sophomore Dominique Parrish took second in the California Interscholastic Federation Championship in Lemoore this past weekend — the highest finish for a female wrestler in the school’s history.
Commentary: Mayor asks for Measure U vote
I have had the pleasure these past few weeks to talk to lots of people, some door-to-door, about our temporary ½-cent sales tax, Measure U. The response has been very positive. Some heartily endorse the measure, agreeing that to keep current services intact that additional revenue is needed for our city. But not everyone favors this tax and they have their reasons and they are happy to share them with me. The “I pay enough taxes already,” is the most frequent reason given for resisting any new tax. I think they are surprised when I agree with them.
The Mountain Gardener: Brighten your garden with splashes of spring
Every spring, while driving Highway 280 on the way to the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show, I enjoy the beautiful combination of Western redbuds blooming vivid fuchsia alongside electric blue ceanothus flower clusters. It’s a sight that always excites me. In early spring there are many other plants that bloom at the same time, creating colorful vignettes. Here are some of my favorites that I’ve used:
Scotts Valley graduate receives Teamsters scholarship
Violeta Dauksa of Scotts Valley has been named a recipient of a 2026 scholarship from the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Scholarship Fund.
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