Good morning! It’s April 30 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be mostly sunny. The high will be 69 with a low of 50. Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Top news from nearby
Santa Cruz County cannabis businesses may get lower taxes, improved financing, and trade access due to the DOJ easing medical marijuana restrictions and potential full reclassification this year.
How Santa Cruz County cannabis businesses will benefit from recent reclassification of medical marijuana
By Dieter Holger
Apr 30, 2026
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Capitola-Aptos Rotary’s 4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party
Don’t miss the fun at the Capitola-Aptos Rotary’s 4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party on May 2nd at Specialized Aviation in Watsonville. Dress to impress …
At Specialized Aviation on May 2
Celebrate Spring and Picnic at the Park
Celebrate spring with music and a picnic in the park Step back into 1840s California at the Castro Adobe State Historic Park. Bring a picnic lunch a…
At Rancho San Andres Castro Adobe State Historic Park on May 3
Castro Adobe Open House
Explore the 175-year-old, two-story hacienda, featuring museum-quality exhibits and the history of the Castro family, who once called Rancho San André…
At Castro Adobe State Historic Park on May 3
Brim and Bag Burning Workshop
Design and burn your own custom hat or bag! All tools, materials, accessories & instruction included. No experience needed.
At Buena Vista Brewing Co. on May 3
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department formally approved a zoning application on April 29 for a project at 1258 San Andreas Rd. in Watsonville. The project involves the renewal of a permit to operate a six-bedroom vacation rental at this address, allowing for overnight stays of up to 30 days at a time. This renewal required approval of a vacation rental permit from the county. (view application)
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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