Tag: columns
TherapyWorks | How to Prevent Summer Burnout
Summer is supposed to feel lighter. Longer days, warmer weather and maybe even a break in routine. But for many people, summer brings a...
Finance | Socially Responsible Investing in Scotts Valley
“Look out!” grimaced Blue. “There’s the Trump supporter gulping Scotts Valley Coffee!”
“Where else?” responded Red. “And you must be the Ben Lomond neighbor who...
The Mountain Gardener | Lessons for the Fourth of July
Earlier this year I designed the new planting area in front of the Ben Lomond Fire Station. It hasn’t been planted yet, but I...
Strictly Business | Human Magic Networking: Why Real Connection Still Wins
I wasn't going to be left behind. When social media platforms became popular and essential in the early 2000s, I hesitated. I had attended...
Mayor’s Message | Your Summer Playlist Starts Here
Summer has its own rhythm—and for those of you who, like me, love mountain biking, the outdoors and great local music, Scotts Valley is...
Plain Talk About Food | Avocados and Now Tomatoes from Mexico
Last week I was hosting a “thank you” luncheon for six of my wonderful friends—friends who support me in all my “crazy” endeavors that...
The Mountain Gardener | Looking for Horticultural Heritage in the Santa...
I was talking to someone recently who said she lived in Bonny Doon. When I told her I used to live on Robles Drive...
Finance | Hedging Stocks with Real Estate Investment Trusts
“…for investment periods of 20, 25, and 30 years, the compound annual returns from equity REITs have exceeded those of the S&P 500 Index...
The Mountain Gardener | A Day in an Enchanted Garden
I’ve visited this garden in Bonny Doon many times, including when my friend Kate was part of the Valley Churches Garden Tour back in...
Guest Column | Juvenile Hall Reformation
“We are always too busy for our children. We lavish gifts upon them; but the most precious gift, our personal association, which means so...
DUI driver sentenced in crash that injured Boulder Creek Pizza owner
On Dec. 3, 2025, Ben Lomond resident and owner of Boulder Creek Pizza and Pub (BCP&P), Justin Acton, was outside of his home when...
