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Untarnished etiquette: Holiday etiquette missteps can be avoided

December 15, 2011

It’s Christmas. It’s a special time of year and a very stressful time. So much is expected of us in about a month. To relieve a little bit of tension, here are some protocol and etiquette guidelines, which may be helpful in avoiding some of the typical holiday faux pas.

Sustainable living: Routine power failure or winds of change?

December 15, 2011

Heavy winds are nothing new for Californians, although damaging gusts usually come in the summer. The early December windstorm that rattled the state — much worse in southern California, but quite disruptive in our neck of the woods, too — was somewhat of an anomaly.

The Mountain Gardener: Plants make great gift ideas

December 15, 2011

Recently, I spent the day at the de Young Museum, enjoying the Renaissance paintings on loan from Venice, Italy. Also, I got over to the Palace of Fine Arts for the exhibit of the Impressionist painter Pissarro. The paintings are powerful and inspiring. I was especially drawn to the landscapes. Looking at the pomegranate, olive and apple trees gave me some ideas for holiday presents.

Dad’s Club: Ups and downs for local hoopsters

December 15, 2011

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Commentary: Where you shop is a big deal – here’s why

December 15, 2011

These days, we hear the phrase “shop locally” an awful lot. Many of us in Santa Cruz County already understand that shopping locally is generally a good idea and try to do so.

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Santa Cruz County Parks plans free ‘Punt, Pass, Kick’ events ahead of Big Game

Scotts Valley Middle School students find their voices in ‘Frozen Jr.’

Scotts Valley announces reopening of Skypark Big Kid Playground

Former Scotts Valley police chief hired as second-in-command at UCSC force

Boulder Creek Reindeer Run marks biggest year yet with record turnout

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