Boulder Creek man to fight in Santa Cruz
A Boulder Creek mixed martial artist will compete next weekend in the first Mixed Martial Arts event in Santa Cruz.
The Mountain Gardener: Beautiful plants don’t always need much water
There are so many great plants that don't require a lot of water to look beautiful. It's always a plus if they attract hummingbirds and other wildlife. Some favorites are so reliable that we consider them tried and true. Who doesn't want to include more plants like this in the garden? On the lookout for cultivars of old favorites, I came across a few that I plan to include this year in my own garden and also in upcoming drought tolerant designs. I'm excited.
‘The Comedy of Terrible Errors’ comes to San Lorenzo Valley
San Lorenzo Valley High School’s Theatre Department presents “The Comedy of Terrible Errors,” written by Don Zolidis, this October.
This comedy, based on William Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors,” is directed by San Lorenzo Valley seniors Mary Calden and Marcus Spracklen and is presented Oct....
Turmeric: The Spice for Life
The spice turmeric, a member of the ginger family, is an herb that has been used extensively throughout Asia and the Middle East for thousands of years to give both color and taste to food.
SLV Water President writes “to set the record straight”
Last week’s Press Banner featured a story about the ongoing lawsuit brought against the San Lorenzo Valley Water District and a former district director by Bruce Holloway, whose attorney also authors the Press Banner’s ongoing column called “It’s The Law.”
Scotts Valley City Council approves new facility rental fees
Scotts Valley City Council has taken the next step in addressing a $700,000 deficit in recreation funding by approving new facility rental and special-event...