Good morning! It’s January 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
An a.m. shower; mostly cloudy in Aptos
Today will be a shower in spots early this morning; otherwise, mostly cloudy. There is a 49% chance of rain. The high will be 64 with a low of 46. Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 9 a.m.
Aptos news
Santa Cruz County residents will vote in 2026 for city councils, county supervisors, state assembly, U.S. House, governor, and statewide ballot measures, making it a busy election year with many key seats contested.
Yes, it’s time to get ready for the election year ahead: What’s up and who’s running
By Wallace Baine
Jan 6, 2026
What’s new around you
▼︎ real estate ▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Aptos
Pilates & Posture with Horses
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, Center for Learning, Wellness, Sanctuary and Horse Retirement on January 7
Repeats once more on January 14
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 January 8
Repeats 40 more times until October 15
Snazzy Productions presents CHUCK BRODSKY
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Chuck Brodsky is set to bring his compelling blend of storytelling, folk, and Americana music to the Ugly Mug Coffeehouse …
At Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse on January 9
Farmers Market Aptos
The new year has begun and the cool, wet weather is here. The selection at the markets is limited but it is still fresh and tasty. How about those res…
At Cabrillo College Aptos Campus on January 10
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department is currently reviewing a zoning application to renew a permit for the continued use of a two-bedroom condo at 230 Rio Del Mar Blvd. #N, Aptos 95003 as a vacation rental, allowing overnight stays of up to 30 days at a time. This application seeks approval to continue operating the existing vacation rental under county regulations. Residents who wish to provide input or express concerns about this proposal must submit their public comments to the Planning Department before January 15, as comments will not be accepted after that date. (view application)
New local businesses
- A new business named B BY THE SEA BOUTIQUE was registered at 7970 Soquel Dr Suite A, Aptos CA 95003 on December 29. The business was registered by Dmg Strategic Design & Experiece Creation LLC as a Limited Liability Company.
- A new business named HOA BROKERS, HOABROKERS.COM was registered at 9500 Soquel Dr, Aptos CA 95003 on December 31. The business was registered by Aptos Insurance Associates Inc as a corporation.
- A new business named FOCUS ENERGY LLC was registered at 164 Tiburon Ct #a, Aptos CA 95003 on January 2. The business was registered by Focus Energy LLC as a Limited Liability Company.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A vehicle hit a coyote in the fast lane of southbound Highway 17 at Scotts Valley Dr in Scotts Valley. The coyote was moved to the center divider for pickup. No one was hurt in the incident. This was reported today.
- There is a one-way traffic closure on South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. on April 1.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents and property development updates are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.