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The Mountain Gardener | Native Plants Offer Many Varieties

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,...
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Mayor’s Message | Investing in Safety and Strengthening Community Through Service

One of the greatest privileges of serving as your mayor is having a front-row seat to the dedication and quiet heroism of those who...

The Mountain Gardener | 1,000 Columns and Still Growing Strong

It all started back in 2005 when my first column was published in the newly combined San Lorenzo Valley Press and the Scotts Valley...

Finance | Hemming, Hawing and Hedging Options

“Concision in style, Precision in thought, Decision in life.” —Victor Hugo We are a nation of consumers and investors, hemming, hawing and hedging with Trump,...

Plain Talk About Food | Ocean’s Bounty

My entire life has revolved around our ocean’s bounty, whether it be in the fierce beauty of storms I’ve witnessed living next to its...

The Mountain Gardener | Flowering Dogwoods for the Santa Cruz Mountains

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...

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...

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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...