Botanic and Luxe opened their doors in the spring of 2016 in downtown Santa Cruz and quickly became a local staple and a favorite among many in the community.
Jessica M. Pasko
Jessica M. Pasko has been writing professionally for almost two decades. She cut her teeth in journalism as a reporter for the Associated Press in her native Albany, New York, where she covered everything from plane crashes and arts & culture to state politics, including assisting with the coverage of former New York State Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s resignation. After getting her master’s degree at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, she moved to the West Coast and covered crime and breaking news for the Santa Cruz Sentinel. She has also worked for KION and written for a variety of local, regional and national publications on both coasts, including Evanston Patch, The Good Times, Santa Cruz Waves and many others.
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In COVID-19 times, Cabrillo’s Visual, Applied, and Performing Arts (VAPA) division gets creative
The show must go on: the performing arts have been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Cabrillo’s Dance, Theatre Arts, and Music faculty have rallied with an unparalleled commitment to their students.
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ICU capacity explained: What to know about a key coronavirus metric in California
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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How K&D Landscaping planted success in their own backyard
What started as a part-time lawn mowing gig back in 1986 has now evolved into a thriving, family-owned and operated business on the Central Coast. K&D Landscaping’s success story is one that is built on core company values and local community connection.
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What seniors can expect when COVID vaccines begin to roll out
The first candidates, from Pfizer and Moderna, could arrive before Christmas, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Seniors in nursing homes and assisted living centers will be among the first Americans vaccinated, following recommendations last week by a federal advisory panel.
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Sophisticated and stunning: welcome to 268 Fourth Avenue
Welcome aboard to a distinguished Seabright condo, where 3 floors of stunning views of the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and Monterey Bay await you.
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With over 400 pets saved, BirchBark Foundation honors the human-animal bond
BirchBark Foundation’s Executive Director, Michelle Frampton, shared how the pandemic and recent wildfires affected their organization. Now, with the funding assistance received from generous donors and the PPP loan from Santa Cruz County Bank, BirchBark is able to offer one-on-one sessions with a counselor via Zoom, telephone, or safely in-person.
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UCSC Nobel Laureate discusses telomeres—from curiosity driven research to human disease
Register for the compelling Kraw Lecture featuring Nobel Leureate Carol W. Greider, who will discuss telomeres, the cellular machinery governing aspects of cancer, aging, and disease.
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TIP LINE: Have a COVID-related story idea or question? Let us know
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Santa Cruz Salutes: Shoutout someone doing good things for the community
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…