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July 30, 2026

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.

Letter: Vote on Senate race

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The Mountain Gardener: Start your winter plants soon

August is a month of transition in the garden. Some plants, such as dahlias and crape myrtles, are in full glory, while others are starting to wind down. If you look closely, dormant flower and leaf buds are just starting to form on lilacs, rhododendrons and camellias.

Your Health: CPR updated

What would you do if you saw someone collapse and fall to the ground in front of you? Some might panic and do nothing. Some might at least call for help, and others might attempt some form of CPR.

Hwy 9 could reopen sooner than expected

A major project to repair a portion of Highway 9 between Felton and Santa Cruz is ahead of schedule.

Back in action

A stellar season

The Scotts Valley 10-and-11-year-old All-Stars finished in second place in the Little League state tournament for Northern California last weekend.

Sports Shorts

Fall ball starting up

IOOF softball comes down to the wire

The summer season of the IOOF San Lorenzo Valley softball league is well under way, with games at Highlands Park, 8500 Highway 9, on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

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Damians Ladder highlights community impact in annual report

Damians Ladder, a Scotts Valley-based nonprofit organization, has released its 2026 Annual Report, highlighting the impact of its home repair and property maintenance services...