Good morning! It’s May 4 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clouds and sun with a shower in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be periods of clouds and sunshine with a stray shower. There is a 55% chance of rain. The high will be 64 with a low of 49.
Corralitos / Freedom news
Pajaro Valley Unified settled with a first grader’s family for unmet special education needs, providing compensatory services like summer camp, behavioral support, and speech therapy. April highlights in Santa Cruz County: Tostilocos in Watsonville, French toast and sourdough with compound butter at Emerald Mallard, viral fruit-shaped desserts at Sugar Bakery, and fresh spring rolls from Dharma’s Restaurant.
Pajaro Valley Unified settles with family over unmet services for special education student
By Hillary Ojeda
May 4, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce Cornhole Tournament
Join the fun at the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce Cornhole Tournament—toss, chill, and win prizes!
At Watsonville Muni Airport-WVI on May 7
Mommy + Mini Pilates
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At on May 6
Night Pop up at Lito’s!!!
Hello Lito’s Cafe Community!We are looking for vendors that would like to be a part of our night pop up market! If you have a small business or know o…
At Lito’s Community Cafe & Market on May 9
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department is currently accepting public comments on a zoning application for a project at 157 Holiday Dr. in the La Selva Planning Area, but will stop accepting comments after May 13. The project proposes to renew an existing permit for a two-bedroom vacation rental at this address, which would allow overnight lodging for periods of up to 30 days at a time. The renewal requires approval of a Vacation Rental Renewal Permit. Residents who wish to provide input or express concerns about this proposal must submit their comments before the May 13 deadline. (view application)
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with a suspended license due to a previous DUI. The incident happened near Freedom Boulevard and Gardner Avenue in Watsonville at 11 p.m. on April 30. (source)
- A vehicle was damaged when someone keyed it, which is considered vandalism. This happened near the 100 block of Ginos Ct. in Watsonville at 7 a.m. on April 30. Video evidence was provided, and police are requesting a warrant for the person suspected of causing the damage. (source)
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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