Our recommendation: ‘No’ on all props
As much as it pains us to say this, we cannot support any of the six propositions in Tuesday’s special election. We urge you to vote — and to vote no.
Protect yourself from the summer sun
Summer, with its bright days and warm weather that encourages outside play, is prime time for sun damage — but it’s not the only time you can be hurt by our solar system’s star.
Youth softball playoffs come down to the wire
The playoffs in the three divisions of the San Lorenzo Valley girls softball league are in full swing, and the last day of the league tournament will be Saturday, May 16, at the San Lorenzo Valley Middle School softball field.
A holiday with meaning
Hard to believe but true — the Memorial Day weekend is just a week away. Although most schools are still in session and it’s still officially spring, for many Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer.
Council approves Holiday Inn on SV Drive
The final hurdle has been cleared for hotel developer Anatol Schliapnikoff to construct a 112- to 119-room Holiday Inn Express on Scotts Valley Drive.
Good grapes need a little tough love
For most agricultural endeavors, a farmer looks for the richest and healthiest soil one can find. Typically, you want good soil because it helps grow your vegetables and keep them from struggling or dying.
New library chief faces major cuts
The Santa Cruz City-County Library System has hired a library director from Oregon at a time when deep cuts in services are being proposed to balance the system’s budget.
The new powerhouse
On the able legs of its sprinters and jumpers, the Scotts Valley High boys track and field team ran away with its first Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League championship Saturday, May 9.
DDI engineers inspire next generation at Scotts Valley High School event
Digital Dynamics Inc. (DDI) hosted an “Introduction to Software Engineering” session at Scotts Valley High School (SVHS) last week. Collaborating with the SVHS Coding...