Good morning! It’s February 25 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Clouds giving way to some sun in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Today will be a thick cloud cover this morning, then periods of clouds and sunshine this afternoon. There is a 21% chance of rain. The high will be 60 with a low of 52. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 1 p.m.

Looking ahead: Expect showers Sunday


Bonny Doon / Davenport news

New Santa Cruz County businesses include restaurants (Way Long Noodles, Happy Tummy, So Thai), services (Cruz Control Handyman, Rachel’s Handy Husband), plus new shops, real estate, and wellness providers in Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Aptos, and beyond.

Credit: Kevin Painchaud / Lookout Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County business filings: Week of Feb. 24

Santa Cruz County business filings: Week of Feb. 24

By Lookout Santa Cruz

Feb 24, 2026


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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Bargetto Winery's Thursday Night Music
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
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Guided Coastal Birding Walk at Wilder Ranch
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

Hearts on Fire Hot Glass Workshop
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
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


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.
     
  • 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.