Good morning! It’s September 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
A p.m. shower in places in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Today will be mostly cloudy and cooler; a shower in spots late this afternoon. There is a 49% chance of rain. The high will be 65 with a low of 59. Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 10 a.m.
Bonny Doon / Davenport news
Photojournalist Kevin Painchaud presents before-and-after images of the Santa Cruz Mountains, showcasing community resilience and recovery five years after the 202 CZU Lightning Complex fire.
CZU then and now, in photos: From fire’s devastation, a picture of resilience in Santa Cruz Mountains
By Kevin Painchaud
Sep 18, 2025
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Opening the Heart Center Workshop
Overview The heart center is our spiritual organ with qualities such as joy, compassion, love, and kindness. These do not depend on anyone or anything…
At Bonny Doon on September 18
Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Nature Walk
On this 2.5-mile, 2-hour family-friendly walk, you will explore the plants, animals, and geology of the Santa Cruz County coastal bluffs. Bring water,…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on September 20
Ranch Kid Homeschool Day
Join State Parks for a ranch kid field trip at Wilder Ranch State Park on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.! This special event allows homes…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on September 24
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- A single-car crash happened at Highway 1 and Dimeo Ln at 5:57 a.m. today. The driver may have fallen asleep, causing the car to leave the road and hit a tree. The car could not be seen from the road. The driver got out but could not get up and was found near some houses. Emergency services, including CAL FIRE, responded to the scene.
- A hit and run happened at Highway 1 and Dimeo Ln at 3:08 a.m. today. A white sedan hit a parked car near a farm shack, and both the car and the building caught fire. Everyone got out safely, and no one was hurt. Emergency crews responded, and people living nearby were told to evacuate because of the fire. The incident was later confirmed as a hit and run with no injuries.
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has received a zoning application for a project at 2309 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz 95060. The proposal involves installing an approximately 507 square foot ground-mounted solar array and storage system on the property. Approval of the project will require a Minor Coastal Development Permit. (view application)
Did you know?
Labor force participation rate, for people 16+ in your community is
58%
Bonny Doon / Davenport
compared with…
64%
Santa Cruz County
64%
California
SOURCE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, and it was not their first offense. The incident happened near SR-1 AND Davenport, Santa Cruz County at 1 a.m. on September 1. (source)
Note on today’s report: Some of the incidents listed are not recent. This can happen for a couple of reasons: Delays in agency reporting — sometimes officials don’t file reports right away, or agencies release batches of reports weeks later. Delays in public complaints — people may not notice or decide to contact police until some time after an incident. Please contact the responsible law-enforcement agency or your local elected officials if you have concerns about their delay in releasing information.
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