Tag: columns
Plain Talk About Food | The Secret of Aunt Betty’s ‘Crust...
Summer fruit season is upon us as those beautiful peaches, pears, plums and now apples are showing up at the local farmers markets. Sadly,...
The Mountain Gardener | Be Aware of Native Plants That Are...
August already. Plants are growing like there’s no tomorrow. The hummingbirds are my constant companions in the garden and the resident deer population is...
Guest Column | Are You One of the Few?
If you, like me, were born between 1930 and 1946 (worldwide), you are one of the rare surviving senior citizens of this special group....
Fitness | Keeping Your Training Routine While Traveling
How many of us have the mindset of keeping our fitness routine while traveling? We pack our fitness clothes with every intention of starting...
The Mountain Gardener | Kids Find Wonder in a Garden
My 4-year-old neighbor, Grace, helps me in my garden. She tells me her favorite activity is transplanting. A pro now at loosening roots, she...
Strictly Business | A Tapestry of Art, Wine & Cheer
Uniting a community in colorful celebration is no small task.
It takes a community of hard workers, creative spirits and fun-seeking individuals to weave the...
Plain Talk About Food | Elegant Ladies
In Washington State, fresh Elberta peaches would begin appearing in local markets in September, but in July, in California, we have just begun to...
The Mountain Gardener | Easy Ways to Make Your Garden More...
Summers are getting hotter and hotter. Our winters are colder. Climate change is affecting our gardens, too. You might be on the right track...
The Mountain Gardener | Screen the Neighbors with Low Water Use...
We all enjoy privacy around our homes. Even if you’re best friends with your neighbor, you don’t always want to wave at them each...
Guest Column | Scotts Valley Rebuilding City Services
The Fiscal Year 2023-24 City of Scotts Valley budget includes cautious revenue assumptions as we continue to face inflation and economic uncertainty. The last...
Santa Cruz County’s 2024 Crop Report shows jump in local crop...
Santa Cruz County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office has released the 2024 Crop Report, announcing that the estimated gross production value of local agricultural commodities reached...
