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July 6, 2025

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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,...
letters to the editor

Letter to the Editor | Published May 2, 2025

Glenwood neighbors supported high school amid developer controversy “There was quite a bit of opposition to the high school, especially from the neighboring homes in...

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...
letters to the editor

Letter to the Editor | Published April 25, 2025

An Easter Story On Good Friday, I thought I was dead. A wealthy man named Joseph dressed me in linen clothing and took me to...

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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News Briefs

News Briefs | Published July 4, 2025

Tree removal leads to temporary closure on Big Basin Highway Caltrans will temporarily close a section of southbound Highway 236 (Big Basin Highway) left on...