Stories by Neal Kearney

Environmental artists Estess, Steinberg, and Cunningham show off their thought provoking art at the Minnow Arts show in Downtown Santa Cruz.

Chaminade Resort offers a unique retreat for dog owners and their canine companions

Local rock trio discuss their origins, evolution, and upcoming “Thrash Magick Tour,” in Australia

Retired Army Ranger Greg Baker’s mission to help returning veterans heal in Nicaragua through service, solidarity, and surfing.

A Nicaraguan boat adventure, starring a couple special friends

The agony of international travel gives way to pure bliss in tropical Nicaragua

Local team events offer both challenge and community to Santa Cruz surfers, as well as a chance to represent their home town on the global stage

Made Fresh Crew’s Tyler Filkins finds love and inspiration in Brazil

Pleasure Point residents lose one of their finest

Adam Replogle wants to help you find the board of your dreams– for a great price!

Santa Cruz Boardroom takes over long-dormant Sears building for a day of skateboarding mayhem at the Capitola Mall

Introducing the voice behind one of Santa Cruz’s hottest next-gen punk acts.

Drop into the life of Paint the World founder Sage Stewart

A new large scale art installation by local environmental artist, Ethan Estess

A Parent’s Worst Nightmare

Local big wave rider wants to take away your pain with the “Ice Beanie”

One Man’s Mission to Spread Christmas Cheer To Those Both Far and Near

Long-time punker and videographer Guerin Myall shares some of his favorite punk-rock moments from over the decades.

How I fell back in love with surfing after chronic pain consumed my life

A safe space for individuals utilizing psychedelics in service of recovery to tell their story and find community

Patricio Guerrero and the team at Swellcycle Surfboards are making waves in the sustainable surfboard building industry

RISING SEA LEVELS WILL TRANSFORM OUR COAST AND OUR FUTURE WAY OF LIFE

A spooky mixed media/assemblage art piece by talented local creative Janina Church

Hear what competitors, spectators, and event organizers had to say of the 2024 WOW event held last weekend at Capitola

The Rio Theatre sees a sold-out house for filmmaker Josh Pomer’s epic Shawn “Barney” Barron tribute

Despite lackluster waves, the 2024 Women On Waves surf contest at Capitola proved to be a hit once again with competitors and spectators alike

Putting it all on the line in Nicaragua, just for a couple sublime moments in a watery womb

Master painter Amadeo Bachar’s tribute to the mighty Pacific Bluefin Tuna

Indonesian surf camp in the Telos Islands lures in local surfers with it’s bounty of world class surf

Three generations of Santa Cruz surfing history

Traditional folk-acoustic guitarist from Australia impresses all in attendance at the Catalyst last Friday

Meghan Robinson explains her experience working with this transformative form of body work

Santa Cruz artist Brittany Costanzo details her latest art project, an educational mural at Soquel Elementary

Hollywood Hunk Keanu Reeves’ Alt-Rock Band Hits the Catalyst Last Sunday

The sites and sounds at the 41st Annual Capitola Art and Wine Festival

Despite coming late to the game, Jack Akrop has proven himself as an elite big-wave surfer

A truly magical getaway close to home

Eugene Dovydaitis’ new painting is a feast for the eyes

Extreme athlete Brock Johnson’s latest stunt will blow your mind!

17 year-old Soquel High Student Jack Snyder details his love affair with Half Moon Bay’s infamous heavy-water wave

Nicaraguan Surfing Federation Secretary Gianni Landolfi on his dreams for the Central American country’s competitive surfing future

Legendary Santa Cruz artist Jimbo Phillips shares his latest, disgustingly-awesome Santa Cruz Skateboards graphic

Santa Cruz locals open popular new pinball haven in Soquel

When irony and iconic imagery collide

A chat with Pleasure Point Dance and Yoga Studio Owner Megan McAllister

After years without major sponsorship, the Mel’s ink deal with upstart clothing company, Darc Sport

Lanny Headrick revels in bringing his whimsically wooden Robotic art pieces to life

Andre Giorenelli’s surf training operation is helping young surfers, such as Kai Dollar, reach their fullest potential

Local ocean-centric artist FJ Anderson’s current oil painting in-progress masterfully captures the beauty of the savage sea

Local urban art extraordinaire Taylor Reinhold shares the story behind his latest mural with MFC standout Erika Rosedale

Local underground ripper Stefan Woliczko humbly joins long line of acclaimed Santa Cruz based surfboard shapers

East Cliff Drive once again painted Red, White, and Blue as quirky Independence Day parade celebrates the Nation’s founding

Local surfer Luke McLelan’s first children’s book offers a charming tale starring a certain furry local celebrity

Classic cars with a surfer twist

Local businesses and artisans attract large crowds at the 10th annual Pleasure Point Street Fair

Alayna Nathe is on a mission to spread the word about Ionized Water!

An inside look at the artist’s latest offering

Vets find camaraderie and connection in the healing waters of the sea.

The tradition lives on at the Santa Cruz Longboard Union’s Memorial Day Classic

At age 60, Santa Cruz native Tony Roberts has cracked the code to surfing strong into one’s Golden Years

What’s the story behind Maia Negre’s latest tropically inspired Plumeria oil paintings?

Bringing competitive women’s surfing into the limelight.

Santa Cruz Surf Club Founding Member Bob “Ritt” Rittenhouse reflects on almost a century of Santa Cruz livin’.

Missing the WSL cut has Nat Young recharged and ready for what’s next.

Fishing Tour Guide Joe Stagnero wants you to experience the drama and beauty of the Monterey Bay.