Good morning! It’s Aug. 24 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Areas of low clouds, then sun in Aptos

Today will see areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and nice. The high will be 73, with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (8/11).


Aptos news

Cabrillo College students return to Watsonville and Aptos campuses Monday; new programs launch, and progress continues on the new student housing complex.

Cabrillo College students start new school year Monday

Cabrillo College students start new school year Monday

By Hillary Ojeda

Aug 24, 2026


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Things to do in Aptos

Latte's and Learn
Lattes and Learn

Join us Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at California Coffee for an informative and uplifting workshop you won’t want to miss!

At California Coffee on Aug. 24
Repeats 14 more times until Sept. 24

Acupuncture and Foot Health Presentation by Solis Acupuncture!
Acupuncture and Foot Health Presentation by Solis Acupuncture!

Join Fleet Feet Aptos to learn more about how acupuncture can improve your foot health and relieve pain!

At Fleet Feet Aptos on Aug. 24

Community Fundraiser BINGO
Community Fundraiser BINGO

Local nonprofit American Sign Language Services Community hosting a bingo fundraiser at the Aptos Grange on Sundays 3-8 p.m., Mondays 5-10 p.m. …

At Aptos Grange on Aug. 24
Repeats 80 more times until May 31

BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour
BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour

Take a midweek pause and recharge your energy ✨ Join us for BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour—a unique experience designed to …

At Soulcare Studios on Aug. 26
Repeats 18 more times until Dec. 30


Property development

  • The Santa Cruz County Planning Department is currently accepting public comments on a zoning application to renew an existing permit for a four-bedroom, non-hosted short-term rental at 327 Beach Dr. in the Aptos Planning Area. The proposed project would allow overnight lodging for periods of up to 30 days at a time, continuing the current use under a renewed non-hosted short-term rental permit. Residents who wish to provide input on this application must submit their comments before the deadline of Sept. 1. (view application)
     

No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.