Good morning! It’s February 26 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Today will be intervals of clouds and sunshine. There is a 2% chance of rain. The high will be 68 with a low of 58. Partly sunny now, changing to intermittent clouds at 7 p.m.
Looking ahead: Mild tonight
Top news from nearby
UC lecturers, teaching over 30% of undergrad courses, begin contract talks March 5, demanding permanent jobs, higher pay, and stronger academic freedom, citing treatment as second-class faculty despite their essential teaching role.
UC lecturers are bargaining for a new contract. Who are they and what are they asking for?
By Hillary Ojeda
Feb 26, 2026
First bird flu cases confirmed in California’s northern elephant seals
By Cassidy Beach
February 26, 2026
What’s new around you
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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport
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 February 26
Repeats 33 more times until October 15
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 February 27
Repeats once more on March 13
Hearts on Fire Hot Glass Workshop
We’re bringing back the Love in February with our annual Hearts on Fire hot glass workshop. Come make a beautiful glass heart to give to your special …
At Chris Johnson Glass-Studio Zayante on February 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 February 28
Repeats 2 more times until March 14
Property development
- A permit application has been filed at 1 Davenport Avenue. The proposed project seeks approval for an outdoor covered bar that was previously constructed without permits, aims to make a temporary outdoor dining area permanent, and includes plans to replace the grease interceptor. To move forward, the project requires a Site Development Permit as well as amendments to previous permits associated with the property. (view details)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic because of emergency work. This closure will last until April 1 at 3:59 p.m.
- The right lane of northbound Highway 1 between Rio del Mar Blvd. and State Park Dr. in Aptos will be closed on Saturday, February 28, from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Delays of up to 15 minutes are expected.
- One lane is closed on North Highway 9 at Encinal Street in the Westside/Downtown area because of shoulder work. The closure will last until 3:01 p.m. on February 28.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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