Good morning! It’s Sept. 14 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny in Aptos
Today will see some low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and nice. The high will be 79 with a low of 53. Allergy sufferers beware: There are high amounts of ragweed in the air.
News from nearby
The Capitola City Council approved a temporary polyester concrete overlay for Stockton Avenue Bridge, delaying full replacement.
What’s new around you
▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Aptos

Film Screening: “American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez”
As we celebrate HSI Week and Hispanic Heritage Month, I invite you to join us for a special FREE screening of “American Pachuco” …
At Cabrillo College Crocker Theater on Sept. 14

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 Sept. 14
Repeats 5 more times until Sept. 24

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 Sept. 14
Repeats 74 more times until May 31

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 Sept. 16
Repeats 15 more times until Dec. 30
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- One lane is closed on north Highway 1 at Mar Monte Avenue for road excavation work. The closure is scheduled to end today at 4:59 p.m.
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has formally approved a zoning application for a project at 260 Rio Del March Blvd. in Aptos. The approved project will remodel the existing commercial swimming pool at the site, which is approximately 254 square feet in size and ranges from 3 to 6 feet in depth. Planned improvements include replacing and upgrading the pool’s plumbing, coping, plaster finish, skimmer, and equalizer. New pool equipment will be installed, such as a variable speed pump, filter, heater, LED pool light, control panel, and pressure cleaner. Safety features will be added, including compliant covers, alarms on access points, and tempered glass where required. The pool deck will also receive new drainage systems to better manage water flow. All work will be performed in compliance with current California building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and energy codes. The project required and received a Minor Coastal Development Permit. (view application)
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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