Good morning! It’s July 21 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be nice with areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny. There is a 5% chance of rain. The high will be 72 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is extreme (11/11). Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 11 a.m.
Looking ahead: Partly sunny this weekend
Corralitos / Freedom news
The first phase of Highway 1 redevelopment, including the “Whale Bridge,” is complete, but construction will continue into the 203s with closures and detours at Park Avenue, Murray Street Bridge, and other areas.
Carmageddon: First phase of Highway 1 redevelopment complete; next phases likely to carry into 2030s
By Max Chun
Jul 21, 2025
Parents, teachers protest decision to end Barrios Unidos mentorship program at Pajaro Valley High
By Hillary Ojeda
Jul 21, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
A Summer Tea
Benefit for the Katz Cancer Center sponsored by the Corralitos Woman’s Club
At on July 24
Fishhook ROCKS El Vaquero Winery on Saturday, July 26th. LET’S PARTY!
Hey, Fishhook Fans!, We are excited to be back rocking El Vaquero Winery this Saturday, June 21st. Enjoy excellent wines in a great setting. There is …
At El Vaquero Winery on July 26
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has received a zoning application for a new project at 580 Sand Dollar Drive in the La Selva Planning Area. The proposal seeks to operate a three-bedroom vacation rental within an existing single-family home, allowing for short-term stays of no more than 30 days at a time. To proceed, the project requires a Vacation Rental Permit, which is currently under review. Local residents are encouraged to stay informed about this development as it progresses through the planning process. (view application)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Did you know?
Percent of workers who work in manufacturing in your community is
4.6%
Corralitos / Freedom
compared with…
8.4%
Santa Cruz County
8.9%
California
SOURCE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
Community crime report
- An assault with a deadly weapon and false imprisonment incident occurred near the 100 block of Kamilah Deyn Cir in Watsonville. The incident took place at 7 p.m. on July 17. (source)
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