Your Health: Backpack safety
Last year, my daughter complained to me about back pain. I wasn’t sure what was causing her discomfort until one day when I had to lift her school backpack out of my car. I almost threw my own back out.
Wrong turn doesn’t cost runner Redwood’s race
After an inadvertent turn near the finish line because of a mismarked course, Tlaloc Antonio Venancio of San Diego was awarded the winning time in the 44th annual 10-kilometer Race Thru the Redwoods in Felton.
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.
Datebook
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Your Health: More cases lately of hand, foot, mouth disease
I have recently seen an increase in what is called hand, foot and mouth disease, and an increased number of cases have been reported to the county health department. Some countries outside of the U.S. have seen an even greater number of infected people.
Redwoods race this sunday
The 44th annual Race Thru the Redwoods will take place in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on Sunday, Aug. 19. The 10-kilometer run begins at 8:30 a.m.
Mini ironman
Cory Nounnan crossed the finish line of the Santa Cruz Sprint 4 Fun triathlon in 2 hours, 9 minutes, 28.5 seconds — roughly 0.4 seconds ahead of his mother, Leean Nounnan.
The Mountain Gardener: Dramatic grasses serve function, add beauty
One of the most dramatic sights in a garden is an ornamental grass backlit by late-afternoon sun. They seem to come alive as their tawny flowers spikes glow and sway in the breeze.
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...