Tag: opinion
The Mountain Gardener | Halloween Brings Seasonal Color to the Garden
I was in Central Mexico in the highlands of Chiapas many years ago during this celebration and was able to experience this tradition and...
Plain Talk About Food | The Rising of the Great Pumpkin
“Listen! The wind is rising and the air is wild with leaves. We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves!” —Humbert Wolf
All...
Letters to the Editor | Published Oct. 30, 2026
Reber and Wimp for Scotts Valley Council
Nov. 3, 2026, will be a consequential election for Scotts Valley. Voters will elect two City Council members...
Mayor’s Message | Outlining Scotts Valley’s Progress and Future Plans
Recently, the State of the City Address, hosted by the Scotts Valley Senior Life Association, was presented at The Landing Performing Arts Center. Presenters...
Strictly Business | A Little Repair, A Big Difference: The Heart...
I continue to feel lucky to meet people, businesses and nonprofits in our Valley who bring vision, skills and most importantly, heart and soul....
Letters to the Editor | Published Oct. 23, 2026
Every Vote Counts
I would like to urgently call upon my fellow citizens, indeed, I beseech you, to vote in the Nov. 3 election. Yeah,...
The Mountain Gardener | Mums Are More Than Fall Color
You probably think of mums as boring. They’re everywhere at this time of year. Many consider them a bit of color on the front...
Letter to the Editor | Published Oct. 22, 2026
800 Births—What Happens When Your Hospital Is Full?
If you plan to give birth in Santa Cruz, Salinas, Monterey or another Central Coast community, Watsonville...
Scotts Valley School Bell | Falling Leaves, Rising Students
Well, the sun is going down earlier every day, and the leaves are definitely falling. But the students in your Scotts Valley schools are...
The Mountain Gardener | Ornamental Grasses in the Garden
Outside my front door are several Overdam Feather Reed Grasses that are spectacular when backlit by late afternoon sun. What’s not to love about...
News Briefs | Published Oct. 30, 2026
SLV Middle School presents ‘Shrek The Musical JR.’
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School Theatre will present “Shrek The Musical JR.” with performances Nov. 6-15 at...
