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.
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.

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.













