Good morning! It’s December 15 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Sunshine and a few clouds in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Today will be sunshine and a few clouds. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 62 with a low of 52.

Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather Friday afternoon through late Monday night


Top news from nearby

Investors comprise a third of Santa Cruz County home buyers, spending $1.45 billion since 2021. Large-scale investors (100+ properties) tripled to 9% of purchases, raising local housing affordability concerns.


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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Glassblowing - Holiday Ornament Workshop
Glassblowing – Holiday Ornament Workshop

Pick your favorite colors and make two blown-glass holiday ornaments in this special afternoon workshop that is only offered at this time of year. In …

At Chris Johnson Glass-Studio Zayante on December 20
Repeats once more on December 27

Wilder Ranch State Park - Ranch History Tour
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 December 20
Repeats 3 more times until December 28

Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
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 December 20


Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • There is a one-way traffic closure on southbound 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, 2026.
     
  • There is one-way traffic control on Highway 9 at Bear Creek Road in San Lorenzo Valley because of ongoing work. The closure is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. today.
     

No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.