Good morning! It’s August 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Aptos
Today will be areas of low clouds, then sun and delightful. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 77 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend
Aptos news
Goats will manage vegetation along the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line, improving safety and reducing costs. New businesses, Coastal Cravings and Ocean Breeze Family Dental, have also been registered in Santa Cruz County.
Goats return for vegetation control along Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line starting Thursday
By Sarah Cobos
Aug 5, 2025
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Aptos
Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting
Join the Holistic Chamber of Commerce meeting for networking with other holistic practitioners hosted at SoulCare Studios in Aptos Village.
At SoulCare Studios on August 6
Mojo Mix Blues Trio
Come join us for dinner and a show. Great food and Blues. 6-8pm
At Aptos St. Bbq on August 6
Repeats 36 more times until October 29
Pilates & Posture with Horess
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 & Horse Retirement on August 7
Repeats 8 more times until October 2
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has formally approved a zoning application for a project at 245 Beach Drive in Aptos as of August 5. This proposal involves renewing a vacation rental permit for a 4-bedroom property, submitted by a property management company on behalf of the owners. The renewal is contingent upon compliance with the county’s Vacation Rental Ordinance, and the county plans to approve it unless there are documented violations. Residents can submit public comments on the application until February 3, with a decision expected on or after February 4. Should the renewal be denied or amended, appeals are allowed within two weeks of the decision. Any issues related to the vacation rental should be reported to the emergency contact provided by the property management company, in accordance with the Santa Cruz County Code. (view application)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is completely facing closures. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Community crime report
- A vehicle was stolen, and narcotics were found in possession of the suspect. This happened near Aptos in Santa Cruz County at 3 a.m. on July 30. (source)
- A person was arrested for a DUI with previous offenses at 1 a.m. on July 28 near Aptos in Santa Cruz County. (source)
- There was an incident involving battery against a spouse or ex-spouse and a probation violation, leading to a rearrest. This happened near Soquel Drive and Commercial Way in Santa Cruz County at 2 p.m. on July 21. (source)
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and resisting or obstructing an officer. This happened near Soquel Drive at Mariner Way in Santa Cruz County at 7 p.m. on July 17. (source)
- A DUI incident involving alcohol occurred near Searidge and McGregor in Santa Cruz County at 11 a.m. on July 16. (source)
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