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From one-of-a-kind antiques to sidewalk sales, outdoor markets in Santa Cruz feature bargains
Advertising Feature: This article is not produced by the newsroom. It is editorially independent of both the newsroom and any one advertiser. If there was a prize for “California market with the best view,” the West Cliff Outdoor Market would certainly be in the running. The market takes over two parking lots by the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse on a monthly-ish basis, overlooking the famous Steamer Lane surf spot, where wet-suited surfers ride foam-topped swells into shore below cliffs hung with greenery. Here, shoppers can enjoy the view while wandering the 40-odd stalls selling jewelry, clothing, succulents, hand-woven baskets and delectable...
Capitola Wharf reopens to public following storms
(KRON) — After powerful winter storms and waves sliced the Capitola Wharf in two, the beloved landmark officially reopened to the public on Wednesday. Beach-goers can now walk the full length of the repaired wharf and soak in views of Santa Cruz County’s coastline. A grand opening ceremony will be held Wednesday afternoon to celebrate […]
Housing crisis: the numbers continue to climb in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) -- According to Zillow, Santa Cruz county's average home is valued at $1,329,546, which is up 2.6% over the past year. Zillow also reports that homes are usually pending at around 19 days. Data was compiled through August 2024 and showed market trends steadily rising from May 2016 (an average home The post Housing crisis: the numbers continue to climb in Santa Cruz appeared first on KION546.
California's surfing origins start in Santa Cruz | Bartell's Backroads
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — Jumping the cliff at Steamer Lane is almost a rite of passage for any young surfer in Santa Cruz. People have been surfing there since 1885, after three Hawaiian princes introduced the sport to locals while on vacation. “They brought surfing here and actually made...
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