Childhood rhyme gains relevance as bedbug infestations rise
“Sleep tight and don’t let the bedbugs bite” was something my parents would say to me every night as they tucked me into my bed when I was a child.
The Wine Lover: The mold that turns grapes to gold
Sauterne is a sweet white wine made in the Bordeaux region of France. Some sauternes, like Château d'Yquem, capture incredible price tags and are sought after the world over.
The Mountain Gardener: Start fruit in winter’s chill
Make this the year you take advantage of planting blueberries, grapes, strawberries, peaches, cherries and apples from bare-root stock. These crops are considered the most pesticide-laden when grown conventionally, but they're a snap to grow organically at home.
Healthy Living: Here’s to a New Year’s detox
After an indulgent holiday season, I like to start off the New Year with a dietary cleanse.
Let’s Go Fishin’: Giant squid are a no-show
The past few years, fishing for giant squid has become something we expect in the fall and winter months.
The Mountain Gardener: Time to get back in the garden
I'll be the first to admit, it's hard to bundle yourself up to go out and work in the garden on a cold winter day. Bright sunshine sure helps, but still, it's not T-shirt weather yet.
Best Bet: Frog expert to visit valley
The founder and executive director of Save the Frogs, America’s only public charity dedicated to amphibian conservation, is on his way to the San Lorenzo Valley on Feb. 5.
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...