Tag: columns
Strictly Business | Behind the Scenes of Saving Animals
At the Santa Cruz Gala event last month, hosted by the Santa Cruz Chamber of Commerce, I was lucky to be seated next to...
Mayor’s Message | Honoring Our Military and First Responders
As we celebrate Memorial Day weekend, I want to take time to remember the sacrifices our military families have made and continue to make....
TherapyWorks | Simple Ways to Support Someone Struggling
We’ve all been there—you know someone is going through a hard time, and you want to help, but you’re not sure what to do...
The Mountain Gardener | Why You Should Plant California Natives
Most of us would love to have a garden containing all California native plants growing happily in an ecosystem where everybody wins—birds, bees, insects,...
Fitness | Keeping Your Fitness Routine Simple This Season
Warm weather is here and this tends to be the time folks want to get their body moving while feeling better in their skin....
Plain Talk About Food | Weeping for a Stranger
“One can show no greater respect than to weep for a stranger.” —Jose Saramago
It was in May of 1988 when my sweet hubby Norm...
The Mountain Gardener | What Can Your Soil Do For You?
“The soil is made of butterfly wings, dinosaur teeth, pumpkin seeds, lizard skins and fallen leaves. Put your hands in the soil and touch...
Scotts Valley School Bell | Turning the Pages
May is an exciting and busy time for your Scotts Valley schools. Middle and high school students are reviewing what they’ve learned this year...
Finance | Wartime Financial Planning
“We are going to achieve our objectives in a matter of weeks, not months.” —Secretary of State Marco Rubio
History suggests that politicians, seeking victories,...
The Mountain Gardener | Dogwoods in the Garden
I don’t know if I like the pink ones or the white ones best. A flowering dogwood in any shade is stunning. My friend...
News Briefs | Published June 19, 2026
Candidate forums planned ahead of November election
Santa Cruz County Clerk/Elections Department and local city clerks are inviting residents interested in running for office in...
