Good morning! It’s December 22 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Cloudy, a couple of showers in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Today will be cloudy with a couple of showers, mainly early in the day; rain can lead to slower travel and reduced visibility. There is a 84% chance of rain. The high will be 54 with a low of 48. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of mold in the air. Cloudy now, changing to showers at 11 a.m.
Looking ahead: An atmospheric river will bring flooding rain and locally damaging winds this week
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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 December 26
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 27
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 27
Repeats once more on December 28
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 27
Repeats once more on January 1
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A single car crash happened at 2:03 a.m. on northbound Highway 17 at the El Rancho Drive offramp in the Eastside / Live Oak area. One person had minor injuries and was taken to Dominican Hospital. The car went off the road, emergency services responded, and CHP later closed the incident. The incident 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 last until 3:59 p.m. on April 1, 2026.
- A lane on North Highway 9 at Fern Street in the Westside / Downtown area is closed for utility work. The closure is expected to end at 2:30 p.m. today.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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