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Ladies and gentlemen, it’s finally here. My period as a veteran barista will be over in about a week. After about a year of part-time reporting, I will officially join Lookout full-time. I’m sure I’ll miss the friends I’ve made over the years, but I’m excited to put my all into writing. Of course, everyone.

But feel free to drop by Seabright Verve this afternoon or next weekend. Just mention you’re a Student Lookout subscriber and we’ll give you a free drink. I’ve done this in the past too, but you’re on your last chance!

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Check out these student discounts:

• 10% off for students (and teachers) within range every thursday.
• hom Korean Kitchen offers a 15% discount for students.
• Seymour Marine Discovery Center UC Santa Cruz students get free admission and a 25% discount on all student tickets.

Cinelux Theaters is now offering $5 movie tickets on Tuesdays. Tickets can be purchased online or in person. What a bargain!

Lou Dutt ($$)

Santa Cruz is a long way from the Deep South, but in Capitola you can find these unique flavors at: Lou Dutt. Cajun Restaurant was previously a small space in the Abbott Square Octagon building, but has since been upgraded to a larger spot with a full dining area. My girlfriend and I ordered the catfish po boy and jambalaya from the restaurant last weekend and we were not disappointed. Top it all off by ordering a light, puffy beignet coated in powdered sugar.

If you love food, check out the work of local food experts. Lily BerryRecently she Pizza Kitchen in Sante Adairus Rustic Ales on Water Street Praises Bookie’s Limited Edition Pizzas, is currently on the menu. Golden chanterelles – mushrooms available now, but not for very long – pizza featuring dried apricots, guanciale, onions, peppers and more will be available for another month or so. The pie is $31, but if this sounds appealing, convince a friend to join and share.

Now that it’s finally dry, cities, counties, and residents themselves have started picking up bits and pieces after weeks of barrage of stormy weather. We have taken the brunt of the damage. This is the current situation.

in the city of Santa Cruz West Cliff Drive was hit hardest.

No big surprises here, but rain, wind, and raging waves have done a lot of damage on the scenic Gulf Road. Three areas of his with eroded armor saw the most damage and emergency repairs began Monday to maintain public safety.Locals on site could see A huge rock on a flatbed truck Head to the site where a huge crane was stationed for repairs. The road will be restricted to one-way westbound traffic between Columbia Street and Woodrow Avenue, closed between Woodrow and David Way, and restricted to local traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians only between David Way and Almer Avenue. I’m here. Senior civil engineer Josh Spanglud said he hopes to begin repairs to the rest of Westcliffe by the summer.

Mountain residents have been hit harder than anyone else and are struggling to recover due to denial of insurance and red tags on their homes.

In Lompico, about 10 minutes from Felton, residents are suffering from road closures, power outages and property damage.Hilary Ojeda in Lookout Spoke with Rompico residents That insurance claim was denied, leaving him scrambling to come up with what could cost $250,000 to repair. The Santa Cruz Mountains community has the most red-tagged structures, meaning they are too dangerous to occupy. Across the county he has over 1,000 damaged buildings, most of which are in mountainous areas.

It has been decided that Capitola’s business will resume soon.

Zelda’s On The Beach, a restaurant in Capitola Village. hit by a stormPart of the restaurant needs to be demolished and much of the rest reinforced to prevent further damage. That said, the kitchen is still working and the bar is in relatively decent condition. The place is salvageable, even if it’s chaos. Owner hopes to reopen by Memorial Day. Other restaurants in Capitola Village had to close, and employees are currently out of work.The Community Foundation is committed to support those people.

Did you know we have an event calendar? BOLO, short for Be On the Lookout, is the county’s premier event hub.See all listings here.

Here are some events you should check out.

Sea Adventures Film TourSaturday, 7pm-10pm
Join an enthusiastic audience at Midtown’s Rio Theater for nine films packed with action and a quest for courage and determination. The film features a wide range of women of all ages, ethnicities and sexualities, each with a profound story of her outdoor adventures, from the highest peaks to the coldest waters. Get your tickets today!

Transport and Urban Design Expert PanelMonday, 6pm-8pm
Transportation is a hot topic right now, but why shouldn’t it? In the face of climate change, the way we commute is under an ever-greater microscope, and we are constantly adapting. Next week is Transit Equity Week. On Monday, he joined local officials and experts, including District 3 Santa Cruz County Supervisor Justin Cummings, UCSC Social Sciences Director Miriam Greenberg, and Santa Cruz Metro CEO Michael Tree for a public discussion. You can participate. Transit and the role it plays in achieving a cleaner future.

Santa Cruz Works New TechnologyWednesday, 6-8pm
Finding a job after graduation can be difficult and stressful. Sometimes you don’t even know where to start. However, this may be a good starting point. Courtyards near the Boardwalk Join Marriott’s Santa at His Cruise Works for food and drink, listen to live music, and mingle with local experts. You may learn about companies and opportunities you didn’t even know existed!

Bonus: Soulja Boy at the Catalyst, Friday, 8:30 PM
This one sold out, but I don’t think it really needs explaining, right? He may be silly, but Soulja Boy is one of the most influential hip-hop acts of this century. is that a joke? Hey, but it’s not. Trap Rap would not be what it is today without his contributions. For those with tickets, enjoy!

➤ Want to know more? Still looking for things to do? Check out Wallace Baine’s Weekender here.

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are you looking for a job? For job listings in Santa Cruz County, visit our job board.

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I hope Slug has adjusted well to the new quarter. As for the Seahawks, enjoy your last free weekend!

Let’s talk together next week.

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