Tag: opinion
Guest Column | A Dog Named Hula
Hula, Rosie Chalmer’s dog, a breed of dogs known as Louisiana’s Hunting dogs, Catahoula, came into my life six months after I lost my...
Letters to the Editor | Published Jan. 19, 2024
Grateful for coverage of local officers
In recent weeks the Press Banner has written several articles regarding our local law enforcement. When I see headlines...
The Mountain Gardener | Flowers Adapt to a Changing Climate
On this rainy day, I’m picturing my garden and deck this summer filled with colorful flowers. The bumblebees will be happy, the hummingbirds will...
Guest Viewpoint | Water — So Taken for Granted, So Misunderstood
“Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” Samuel Taylor Coleridge penned these words in the “Rime of the Ancient Mariner.” He referred to...
Finance | Home Finance for San Lorenzo and Scotts Valleys Today
Homeowners may gloat at long-term home price growth, but others struggle to enjoy the blessings of mountain home ownership. Redfin states: “In November 2023,...
Letter to the Editor | Published Jan. 12, 2024
Law enforcement officers are nothing short of amazing
In response to Mr. Wes Modes’ letter (“Small Victory for Justice and Equality for All,” Jan. 5),...
Plain Talk About Food | If Only…
How many times have I uttered the words “if only” during my lifetime.
I had been shopping at Safeway last week for a 10-pound pork...
The Mountain Gardener | What’s New in the Garden for 2024
Gardening trends come and go. Who doesn’t love to read garden magazines with all those beautiful photographs during the winter and dream about your...
Letter to the Editor | Published Jan. 5, 2024
Small victory for justice and equality for all
Dear Press Banner, I was surprised and delighted to see the photo of a crashed police car...
Strictly Business | AI in Small Town America: Part III
In this final series, I speak with Jason Borgen, the Chief Technology Innovation Officer at the Santa Cruz Office of Education (SCCOE), and with...
California State Parks conducts pile burning in Santa Cruz Mountains
California State Parks is burning piles in various mountain state parks in Santa Cruz County and plans to continue the work through next spring.
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