The Mountain Gardener: Organic vegetable farm’s techniques emphasize flavor, vigor, gentleness
Editor’s note: This column continues Jan Nelson’s story of her visit to Lindencroft Farm. Read Part 1 at www.pressbanner.com or in the Oct. 28 edition of the Press-Banner.
New Faces: Welcome the newest members of our mountain communities
• Zachary Michael Livingston was born at 9:28 a.m. March 25, 2010, to Christine Nicole Shults and Joseph David Livingston of Felton. He weighed 8 pounds when he arrived at Dominican Hospital.
Nature Friendly: Guardian of the rivers and the fish
If you do not know what you are looking for, you probably will not find it. I learned that recently as Kristen Kittleson, county fisheries resource planner, and I climbed down a rocky bank to the San Lorenzo River. Immediately she saw a group of lamprey and walked out into the water in her waders to point them out to me.
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Let’s Go Fishin’: Big animals make a big impression in the bay
While fishing in the Monterey Bay tends to be my main focus in this column, I have to give respect to the amazing marine mammals in the outer waters, as well.
Local 4-H Club Members participating in the Santa Cruz County Fair
There is big excitement lately among the members of the local 4-H clubs – the Santa Cruz County Fair is being held on September 16–20, 2015 at the Fairgrounds outside of Watsonville. For the next two weekends, local 4-H groups are building booths and getting ready to participate in equestrian as well as various other events. They will also participate in presentations, entertaining, and leadership opportunities. These kids love their involvement in 4-H projects and community service and this is their chance to show off their talents and shine!
The Mountain Gardener: October wildflowers still in bloom
Above the clear, turquoise water of the Big Sur coastline, wildflowers still bloom in October.
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News Briefs | Published July 4, 2025
Tree removal leads to temporary closure on Big Basin Highway
Caltrans will temporarily close a section of southbound Highway 236 (Big Basin Highway) left on...