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The Barney Effect: New film looks back at the charisma and creativity of a Santa Cruz surf legend

A new film by documentarian Josh Pomer looks back fondly on the life and passions of the late surfer/artist Shawn “Barney” Barron, one of Santa Cruz’s most enduring characters. “Particle Fever” screens Thursday at the Rio Theatre. Read more from Wallace Baine.


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10 hot jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of Oct.18

Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County?
Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles.




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Santa Cruz surfers: We can do better at calling out racism in the water

Liza Monroy witnessed a racist altercation at Steamer Lane this past week. She intervened to stop it and is saddened that other surfers didn’t join her. She tells her story in a Community Voices opinion piece.



Credit: Kevin Painchaud / Lookout Santa Cruz
Credit: Kevin Painchaud / Lookout Santa Cruz