Good morning! It’s May 28 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
A couple of showers in Aptos
Today will see peeks of sunshine; cool with showers. There is a 86% chance of rain. The high will be 64 with a low of 50.
Top news from nearby
Residents near a proposed battery storage plant outside Watsonville say they’re considering leaving.
‘We grew up here’: Some longtime residents say battery storage project near Watsonville might force them to move
By Tania Ortiz
May 28, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Aptos
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 May 28
Repeats 20 more times until Oct. 15
All About ADUs in Santa Cruz County
Local experts will discuss key aspects of developing Accessory Dwelling Units & the free program the county has created to help you do it!. Join us fo…
At Cabrillo College, Classroom 609, on May 28
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 May 28
Repeats 51 more times until Sept. 24
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 29
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 1 at Park Avenue in Capitola is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure is expected to end on Aug. 19.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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