Good morning! It’s March 27 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and pleasant in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Today will be partly sunny and pleasant. The high will be 72 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (6/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air.
Looking ahead: Cooler next week with the opportunity for much-needed rain.
Top news from nearby
With the closure of Housing Matters’ day services less than a week away, the city and county of Santa Cruz have worked to get some interim replacements ready to go come next Wednesday. However, long-term solutions are still unclear. Community organizations have expressed interest in providing services, but nothing is solidified. The city is also exploring ways to implement more permanent public hygiene facilities.
Best of Santa Cruz County recreation, arts & food events this weekend, March 26-29
By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
Mar 26, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Guided Coastal Birding Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5-mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will hel…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on March 27
Repeats once more on April 10
Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5-mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layer…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on March 28
Repeats 2 more times until April 11
Wilder Ranch State Park – Ranch History Tour
Want to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekl…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on March 28
Repeats 63 more times until November 15
Grand Wine Tasting
Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains Grand Wine Tasting at The Mountain Winery Join the vintners of the Santa Cruz Mountains for the 2026 Grand Wine Tast…
At Bargetto Winery on March 29
Bargetto Winery’s Thursday Night Music
Join us at Bargetto Winery in Soquel on Thursday evenings for Live Music and Wine! 6-8PM No cover charge. Wine by-the-glass for purchase. Food will be…
At Bargetto Winery on April 2
Repeats 28 more times until October 15
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A road was closed on Empire Grade at Conifer Lane because of a low-hanging wire. Residents could leave area but not enter, they were told to temporarily remove and replace tape to get through closure. The closure affected the neighborhood, and authorities worked fire services to find out who owns the wire. This was reported yesterday.
- South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in Ben Lomond has one-way traffic because of emergency work. This closure is scheduled to last until April 1 at 3:59 p.m.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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