Good morning! It’s August 4 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny and nice in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be mostly sunny and nice. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 78 with a low of 50. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Looking ahead: Partly sunny this weekend
Corralitos / Freedom news
Pajaro Valley Unified discusses police power in schools; Santa Cruz’s Bay Street redevelopment improves cyclist and pedestrian access. Enjoy the Watsonville Strawberry Festival and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewgrass Festival this weekend for food, music, and fun.
In Pajaro Valley Unified, parents ask: How much power should police have in schools?
By Hillary Ojeda
Aug 4, 2025
Carmageddon: Bay Street redevelopment; 4 takeaways from new passenger train report
By Max Chun
Aug 4, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Burning Uke Hawaiian Strum Fest
August 8-10 – Weekend of workshops and events while camping at KOA in Santa Cruz
At KOA Camp Holiday on August 8
Cars+Copters 2025
Pull up to one of the cleanest events of the year. We’re bringing out the cars, the copters, the vibes, the everything.
At Specialized Aviation (Santa Cruz) on August 9
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has received a zoning application concerning the property at 767 The Shore Line in La Selva Beach, CA 95076. The proposal seeks to renew a permit for operating a three-bedroom vacation rental within the existing single-family home. This rental is intended for short-term stays, with a maximum duration of 30 days per visit. The renewal of this vacation rental permit is necessary for continued operation, and a decision regarding the application is expected to be made on or after August 27. (view application)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A traffic hazard was reported at the intersection of Timber Ridge Lane and Highway 17 in Scotts Valley. The incident was logged at 6:44 a.m., and AUTO CARE was requested for assistance.
- There is a traffic incident on Highway 1 North at Park in Capitola/Soquel. Flashing red lights are present, signaling a potential hazard or warning for drivers. These lights will continue flashing until 3:30 p.m. The incident was reported today.
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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