Tag: columns
The Mountain Gardener | It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like…...
I’m starting to see the beginning of fall color on some trees. It’s an exciting time of year. My friend, Kate, in Bonny Doon...
Finance | Mr. Gridlock Wins the Election!
Democrats carry the House and Senate! Socialists gain credibility. Trump faces regular investigations—maybe impeachment—and hostile legislation. He may veto Democratic legislation regularly and the...
Strictly Business | Every Great Program Has a Beginning
Hello, friends of Strictly Business:
Every great program has a beginning, and often the people who planted the first seeds are not the ones we...
The Mountain Gardener | Halloween Brings Seasonal Color to the Garden
I was in Central Mexico in the highlands of Chiapas many years ago during this celebration and was able to experience this tradition and...
Plain Talk About Food | The Rising of the Great Pumpkin
“Listen! The wind is rising and the air is wild with leaves. We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves!” —Humbert Wolf
All...
Mayor’s Message | Outlining Scotts Valley’s Progress and Future Plans
Recently, the State of the City Address, hosted by the Scotts Valley Senior Life Association, was presented at The Landing Performing Arts Center. Presenters...
Strictly Business | A Little Repair, A Big Difference: The Heart...
I continue to feel lucky to meet people, businesses and nonprofits in our Valley who bring vision, skills and most importantly, heart and soul....
The Mountain Gardener | Mums Are More Than Fall Color
You probably think of mums as boring. They’re everywhere at this time of year. Many consider them a bit of color on the front...
Scotts Valley School Bell | Falling Leaves, Rising Students
Well, the sun is going down earlier every day, and the leaves are definitely falling. But the students in your Scotts Valley schools are...
The Mountain Gardener | Ornamental Grasses in the Garden
Outside my front door are several Overdam Feather Reed Grasses that are spectacular when backlit by late afternoon sun. What’s not to love about...
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...
