Good morning! It’s April 27 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
An a.m. shower; partly sunny in Aptos
Today will be a shower in the area this morning; otherwise, areas of low clouds, then some sun and cool. There is a 40% chance of rain. The high will be 63 with a low of 44. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (8/11).
Top news from nearby
Watsonville Community Hospital faces financial challenges, seeks a major healthcare partner, and faces community demands for transparency amid physician shortages and infrastructure concerns threatening its future.
OPINION: A Lookout View: Watsonville Community Hospital is too important to fail — but it can’t survive without transparency
By Lookout Editorial Board
Apr 27, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Aptos
Pilates & Posture in the Pasture
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When we’re centered, they notice. This gentl…
At Beyond Liberty on April 29
Repeats 41 more times until February 10
Persephone Restaurant Thursday Night Pasta Special
Every Thursday along with our regular menu we offer a prix fixe pasta dinner! Enjoy three courses starting with a fresh farmers market mixed green sal…
At Persephone Restaurant on April 30
Repeats 24 more times until October 15
Animo Cruz
Live Looping Jams, Acoustic Covers and Originals Surf, rock, reggae.
At Severino’s Bar & Grill on April 30
Yoga In The Pasture
Stretch, breathe, and ground yourself in the serene presence of free-roaming horses. This gentle yoga class invites you to move mindfully , connect wi…
At Beyond Liberty on April 30
Repeats once more on May 14
Mindful Movement
This innovative class blends Tai Chi, Qigong, mindfulness, and time with horses to create a calming, empowering experience. Informed by Polyvagal Theo…
At Beyond Liberty on May 1
Repeats 2 more times until May 29
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department is currently accepting public comments on a zoning application for 302 Kingsbury Dr., where the property owner is seeking to renew a permit for a four-bedroom vacation rental in an existing single-family home. The proposed renewal would allow overnight stays of up to 30 days at a time and would extend the permit’s expiration date from Dec. 15, 2025, to Dec. 15, 2030. Residents who wish to provide input on this project must submit their comments before the public comment period closes on May 6. (view application)
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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