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PNW is for Adventure

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California’s monarch groves peak from mid-November, two cost nothing to enter, and the butterfly count has crashed

Western monarchs are clustering in California's coastal groves right now, but the counts have fallen hard. Here's where to see them, when to go, and what to expect. The post California’s monarch groves peak from mid-November, two cost nothing to enter, and the butterfly count has crashed appeared first on PNW is for Adventure .

California · 1h

montereycountynow.com

Salinas officials report $9.7 million in homeless services spending, and look at more potential solutions.

The City of Salinas invested $9.7 million in homeless services during fiscal year 2025-26, focused on street outreach, crisis response, emergency shelter and housing programs, drawing from federal, state, local and regional sources. Community Development Analyst Karina Vazquez presented to the City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and said that “there’s no single solution” to homelessness.

Salinas, CA · 3d

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sfstandard.com

Neighbors remove Marina Safeway developer from lawsuit, setting off a game of chicken

Five days after the city gave approvals to the project, a federal lawsuit filed to stop construction of a 22-story tower at the Marina Safeway no longer names the developer. In an amended complaint filed Wednesday, neighbors and two advocacy groups removed Align Real Estate, Safeway, and parent company Albertsons as “real parties in interest,” a legal category that allowed them to defend the approval in court even though they were not defendants in the case.

Marina, CA · 1d

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activenorcal.com

The Biggest Waves in Years Set to Slam Northern California Starting Tonight

The swell forecasters have watched build in the Gulf of Alaska now has an official warning attached, covering the coast from Point Reyes to Monterey Bay all weekend. The National Weather Service placed the coastal North Bay, including Point Reyes National Seashore, the San Francisco Peninsula coast and northern Monterey Bay under a high surf warning from Friday through Sunday, with breaking waves of 25 to 30 feet expected. A beach hazards statement already covers the same shoreline through Friday evening.

Northern California, CA · 1d

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KTLA

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Rare sea turtle sighting caught on camera off California coast

Sharp-eyed whale watchers were treated to a rare olive ridley sea turtle sighting off the coast of Monterey Bay on Saturday. Morgan Quimby, a photographer with Monterey Bay Whale Watch, captured the close encounter during a 9 a.m. trip. Olive ridleys are among the more abundant sea turtle species on the planet, yet they remain […]

Monterey Bay, CA · 3d

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Interested to see the effects of coming storms on Santa Cruz conditions

A source of endless fascination for most anglers is to watch the seasons change. This week while surfcasting from a midtown Santa Cruz beach, I noticed Steamer Lane’s Middle Peak was showing some impressive size to the sets. “Winter is here,” I smiled to myself. A quick delve into the local marine and weather forecasts confirmed that feeling, and in a big way.

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

lookout.co

Santa Cruz County issues evacuation warning for low-lying coastal areas from Capitola Village to Aptos as surf builds

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation warnings at 2 p.m. Friday for residents of low-lying coastal areas in Capitola and Aptos. Big surf threatens homes and property there. The warnings cover three evacuation areas:. Capitola Village (Zones CTL-E027-A and CTL-E029-B) Las Olas Drive and Beach Drive (Zone...

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

montereycountynow.com

Rachael Short is the Center for Photographic Art’s first Monterey County Artist Grant recipient.

Rachael Short is a photographer whose story is known to many in Monterey County. A talented artist from a young age, Short was a thriving photographer who in 2009 opened (with Evynn LeValley) Gallery Exposed. A 2010 car crash changed everything. A spinal cord injury changed how Short lives forever, but two years later, the artist returned to taking photos—as one can learn studying her artistic trajectory on her website—this time with her iPhone, capturing images using her mouth or tongue and editing them on an iPad.

Monterey County, CA · 2d

newstrail.com

Santa Cruz Property Managers Are Getting Better Water-Leak Alerts, but an Unnoticed Plumbing Problem Can Still Spread Across an Entire Apartment Building

A Santa Cruz property manager may learn about a plumbing problem from a utility alert before anyone reports a wet floor. That is a useful change in how buildings can be monitored, particularly when an unexplained increase in water consumption might otherwise remain unnoticed until the next billing cycle. But...

Santa Cruz, CA · 2d

andnowuknow.com

Church Brothers Farms Welcomes Sergio Torres as Director of Transportation & Logistics; Jeff Church Shares

SALINAS, CA - Church Brothers Farms announced that Sergio Torres has joined the company as Director of Transportation & Logistics (US/MX). The newly created role reports to Jeff Church, Chief Operating Officer, and unites the company's U.S. and Mexico transportation operations under one team. Torres brings more than 18 years...

Salinas, CA · 2d

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Hollister JV football team captures second straight league crown

The Hollister JV football team scored an average of 43.2 points while yielding just 14.5 in division games on their way to a second straight league championship. The Balers were 5-0-1 in Pacific Coast Athletic League, Gabilan Division play to claim the crown by a half game over Palma and other pursuers.

Hollister, CA · 2d

lookout.co

Weekender: Festivals and events for a rainy weekend

A wet weekend, Santa Cruz. But don’t worry, I have suggestions for — mostly indoor — ways to get out despite the rain. The Goat Hill Fair — offering antiques, crafts and collectibles, not livestock — returns to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville tomorrow and Saturday. On Saturday, Annieglass in Watsonville hosts The Good Table, a creative fundraiser where 10 decorated tables compete for your vote. Each table represents a local nonprofit or cause, and every vote cast is a contribution.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 2d

santacruz.org

The Sweetest Spots in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County has plenty of ways to satisfy a sweet tooth, and some of its most beloved local businesses have spent decades perfecting the art. Whether it’s an ice cream cone after a day at the beach, a freshly baked doughnut to start the morning, or a box of handcrafted chocolates for a special occasion, these local favorites bring sweetness to the everyday lives of residents and visitors alike. Across the county, generations-old favorites and inventive local makers offer everything from old-fashioned classics to imaginative confections that are almost too beautiful to eat. In this guide, we’re exploring nine of Santa Cruz County’s sweetest spots, highlighting the signature treats, unexpected creations, and local traditions that make each one worth seeking out.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 4d

publicceo.com

Trackdown Management’s Picking up the Pieces

For over 15 years, Jack Simpson’s Trackdown Management has published the City Manager Newsletter. Jack is a retired city manager and former Willdan executive. His newsletter content weaves together the personal side of the profession in California and helps keep the city manager community, especially retired city managers, connected with each other.

Hollister, CA · 2d

pajaronian.com

Wildcatz’s Taylor Alves-Lopez named Mission’s top defensive player | All-PCAL girls flag football

Opposing flag football coaches had a hard time accounting for Watsonville High senior Taylor Alves-Lopez anytime she stepped on the gridiron this past 2026 fall season. Not only was she blazing fast, but the Wildcat senior used her agility and swift movements to get past three, sometimes up to four, blockers to reach the quarterback.

Watsonville, CA · 1d

pajaronian.com

Election update: Navarro concedes in PVUSD race; Clark behind Zuniga, says there will not be a recount

After a roller-coaster election in which PVUSD Trustee Area 7 incumbent Misty Navarro started leading challenger Mads Realmuto, She slowly fell behind as new results came in, and as of the latest update on Nov. 10, Realmuto was ahead by 239 votes. In a Facebook post, Navarro thanked her supporters...

Aptos, CA · 2d

USA TODAY

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Sundrift sea lion returns to the wild after recovery

An adult female California sea lion named Sundrift was recently released back into the wild after being treated for domoic acid poisoning during the largest domoic acid outbreak in The Marine Mammal Center's 51-year history. Sundrift spent about a month receiving care at the center's Sausalito hospital, where she was treated for domoic acid poisoning, malnutrition and pneumonia. She was among more than 300 California sea lions rescued for care this year as the center documented 328 cases of domoic acid toxicosis. The majority of cases have occurred since July 1, with Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Mateo counties emerging as the primary hotspots for response activity. The outbreak is well above normal levels, as The Marine Mammal Center typically rescues 75 to 90 animals annually for domoic acid poisoning across its approximately 600-mile California response range. The surge in sick animals placed significant demands on the center's largely volunteer response teams. Rescuing a single sea lion experiencing neurological symptoms can require four to six trained responders, a carrier crate weighing 50 to 100 pounds and, in some cases, a walk of more than a mile along the beach. Because the toxin affects the nervous system, affected animals can be

Sausalito, CA · 1d

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Felton resident turning San Lorenzo Valley on to Brazilian martial art

A few years ago, Felton resident Dale Knight was looking for an extra activity for his son, who had a lot of excess energy to burn. After the second-grader found the Korean military school-derived discipline to be a little too rigid for his liking, his dad enrolled him in a capoeira class in the Harvey West neighborhood of Santa Cruz.

Felton, CA · 1d

lookout.co

Ami Chen Mills concedes Santa Cruz mayor’s race after latest vote count

Two days after Ryan Coonerty declared victory in the tight and often-heated race for Santa Cruz mayor, his opponent, Ami Chen Mills, conceded Friday afternoon, bringing an end to a campaign marked by sharp political divisions and contentious exchanges. The concession followed the latest release of election results by the...

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d