Calls for a flag system to warn of dangerous conditions have swelled among Santa Cruz’s surf community. New Supervisor-Elect Manu Koenig plans to bring a proposal forward. Also, tell us your suggestions at the bottom of this story.
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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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‘We’re so close’: After decades, Cotoni-Coast Dairies land inches closer to public opening
By fall of 2021, the long-awaited public opening of the 5,800-acre Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument is expected to happen. Miles of new trails, picnic areas, and beautiful vistas will be available to the public for the first time.
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Free 21 for ’21 virtual event: What now? What Next?
Our Wallace Baine will interview four community leaders about what lies ahead in the new year: activist Esabella Bonner, city economic director Bonnie Lipscomb, Ruby Vasquez of the Campesino Appreciation caravan, and county Supervisor Ryan Coonerty. Here’s how to sign up.
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The Golden State’s future? Most Californians are pessimistic
In a wide-ranging new survey of attitudes toward the economy, six in 10 residents said they expect California’s children to be worse off financially than their parents.
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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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‘Big Tuesday’ Photos: When the ocean delivers, it’s (s)well worth seeing
A giant northwest swell lit up the coast throughout Monterey Bay on Tuesday, providing visual stimulus for surf watchers and an intense physical challenge for those surfers willing to put themselves out there in extreme conditions.
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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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Looking Ahead: MAH Exhibitions Opening in 2021
Take a sneak peek at the MAH’s newest showcases and exhibitions coming in 2021!
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For Santa Cruz Mountain winemakers, the 2020 vintage is all about resiliency
From COVID-19 restrictions to prolonged heat to wildfires to smoke taint, it’s a good thing those who make up the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA are a hearty bunch. We talked to a handful about how they’re making the best of a bad situation.