A Bumper Crop of Acorns: Why Our Local Oak Trees Are Going Nuts This Year
It seems our neighborhood has been inundated with a veritable shower of acorns this season. As you step outside, the telltale sound of these little projectiles raining down from the trees is impossible to miss. In fact, you may have even considered putting up a “Beware of Falling Acorns”
Weather Oct 2, 2024 Extreme Heat advisory
Its going to be hot again.
Elevate Your Home Sale with Stunning Photography
By: MJ Stearns Realtor Lic #01700756 The Larson Real Estate Team When selling your home, high-quality photos can significantly influence buyer interest. Effective real estate photography not only draws in more potential buyers but can also help your property sell more swiftly. Here’s a straightforward guide to capturing your home’s
Governor Newsom signs legislation to limit the use of smartphones during school hours
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today signed Assembly Bill 3216, the Phone-Free School Act, to require every school district, charter school and county office of education to develop a policy limiting the use of smartphones by July 1, 2026. SACRAMENTO — Building on his calls for school districts to restrict the use
Harvey West Studios Housing Project
HOUSING MATTERS CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING OF HARVEY WEST STUDIOS HOUSING PROJECT Project will create 120 units of permanent supportive housing Housing Matters announced the groundbreaking celebration for Harvey West Studios, a 120-unit permanent supportive housing project will take place Tuesday, Sept. 17, starting at 10 a.m. The project is located
Securing Our Home Against Future Fire Danger with Newly Developed Building Materials
Taking the Bull by the Horns By Kevin Foster With climate change and fire seasons lasting nearly year round, residents all across the western states are adapting to protect their largest investment, their homes. Building codes are also adapting to the more common frequency of fires with new products that
C-130 Hercules is now fighting California wildfires
California is the first state in the nation to own, operate, and deploy a C-130 Hercules airtanker to fight wildfires and protect communities, the first of seven aircraft that the state is retrofitting and deploying. Capable of flying 800 miles with a payload of 4,000 gallons of fire retardant, the C-130H
2024 EARTH DAY SANTA CRUZ RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN SANTA CRUZ
Earth Day Santa Cruz, the annual event dedicated to promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship is set to return on Saturday, April 20 in Downtown Santa Cruz on Pacific Avenue, Cooper Street, and Abbott Square Market. The event will run from 11:30 AM to 4 PM. This year’s event promises to
We are days away from the 9th annual State of the San Lorenzo River Symposium!
There is a great lineup of presentations, including a Keynote from Assemblymember Gail Pellerin, and the event will be followed by a tour of the Fall Creek Fish Ladder.
New law requiring bars serving spirits to offer drug testing devices to take effect July 1
SACRAMENTO – A new law mandating certain alcoholic beverage license holders to offer drug testing devices for sale or at no cost to patrons will take effect beginning July 1. AB 1013 (Lowenthal) requires establishments with a Type 48 license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to have signage
On the Waterfront
by Mark Dolson The most recent regular San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) Board meeting was on November 7th. The meeting lasted a little under an hour and was devoted to fairly routine business. Routine Business The Board unanimously approved an invoice for from VanDerSteen Engineering for work on the
One Person, One VOTE!
by Lori Suzanne Holetz It really is that easy. I personally do not know why our government insists on making everything so complicated. Our country, as a whole, has far outgrown the electoral college. Originally created in 1786, when our country was pretty much limited to the Eastern Seaboard, it
Achieving a Good night’s sleep
By Marcey Klein BSci, NC Deep restorative sleep is important for good health. Our brains and bodies detoxify during the night, our cells regenerate, our digestive systems rebuild, and our bodies can take a rest. The problem lies when we either have a hard time falling asleep, staying asleep, or
Mountain Mama’s Homemade Dog Food
Homemade Dog Food In recent years, more pet owners have embraced the idea of making homemade dog food. This trend stems from a growing concern about the ingredients in commercial dog foods, which often include preservatives, fillers, and low-quality protein sources. By preparing meals at home, you can ensure your
Monster Mash hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 list Oct. 20,1962
“Monster Mash” is a 1962 novelty song by Bobby “Boris” Pickett. The song was released as a single on Gary S. Paxton‘s Garpax Records label in August 1962 along with a full-length LP called The Original Monster Mash, which contained several other monster-themed tunes. The “Monster Mash” single was number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on October 20–27 of that year, just
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