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Strictly Business | Cook Your Way Around the World
By exploring global flavors, Barbara J’s Organics Spice Shop brings the art of cooking to life—one delicious blend at a time.
Barbara Johansen, owner and...
Fitness | Balance Isn’t Just for Seniors
How’s your balance? Having good balance isn’t just for seniors. Stability is necessary at any age, maintaining good balance is critical for preventing falls...
TherapyWorks | Stress Looks Different on Everyone
We often think of stress as something we “just deal with.” But the truth is, it impacts our relationships, health and our ability to...
The Mountain Gardener | What You Need to Know About Wisteria
The wisteria blooming now are spectacular. I almost forget about them during the dormant season as I’m not fortunate to have one in my...
Plain Talk About Food | Grilling Showdown: Men vs. Women
“A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe.” —Thomas Keller
“Are you free on Sunday?” this good-looking man...
The Mountain Gardener | What Can You Do to Celebrate Earth...
The theme for Earth Day 2025 is “Our Power, Our Planet,” emphasizing the importance of renewable energy and aiming to triple global electricity generation...
Mayor’s Message | Connecting Our Future: Skypark & Town Center
As we step into spring, I’m thrilled to share some exciting developments that mark a turning point for two of our community’s most beloved...
Finance | Ride Out the Storm of Global Tariff Wars
Amidst great oceans encircling America, mighty walls rise out of foaming seas to divide neighbors at peace. Trump’s gilded statues, glaring condescendingly, adorn stone...
The Mountain Gardener | Vegetables in the Shade
Being the type who doesn’t take no for an answer, I’m going to try growing veggies on my shady deck again. I wasn’t very...
Plain Talk About Food | Chicago Means Kielbasa
It was 6 o’clock in the morning and I was putting my carry-on and a grocery bag in the United’s overhead container, when I...
News Briefs | Published Aug. 28, 2026
North County Dems host endorsement forum
The Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County will hold an endorsement forum for local candidates and ballot measures...
