Geraniums – Wallflowers of the nursery, workhorses of the garden
I feel sorry for them. They are the wallflowers of the nursery. Shoppers barely glance their way before moving on to attention-getters like dinner-plate dahlias.
Scotts Valley’s Vine Hill pinot thrives
Vine Hill Winery is home to some of the top-notch pinot noir that the Santa Cruz region has to offer. Located off Jarvis Road, the Vine Hill area has been producing outstanding grapes for more than a century. Recently, this local Scotts Valley gem has been getting excellent press in top-rated wine magazines — and for good reason.
About that Highway 236 closure
The California Department of Transportation has received many inquiries regarding the emergency repair project on Highway 236-Big Basin Way requiring a full road closure for three to four weeks beginning Monday, June 22.
Sports Shorts: Local sets weightlifting benchmark
It was a happy Father’s Day for power lifter Deric Stockton, the owner of strength and fitness gym Core Strength in Scotts Valley.
Two undefeated SVLL teams play for crown
On Wednesday, June 24, two Scotts Valley Little League teams advanced to their respective championship games with wins and remain undefeated in tournament play. All-Star tournaments are set to begin next week.
News Briefs | Published Nov. 6, 2026
Scotts Valley water supply returns to normal
San Lorenzo Valley Water District has returned the Pasatiempo No. 5 well to service, allowing water quality in...















