Good morning! It’s July 23 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will see areas of low clouds, then sun. The high will be 80 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (10/11).
Corralitos / Freedom news
Santa Cruz County remains the nation’s most expensive rental market for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring persistent challenges for local renters.
The unwanted top spot: Santa Cruz County remains most expensive rental market
By Max Chun
Jul 23, 2026
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Corralitos Farm and Garden Market
A small but mighty amazing community market. In beautiful Corralitos, which is located in south Santa Cruz county. The country feel is real with local…
At Corralitos Farm and Garden Market on July 26
Repeats 22 more times until Dec. 27
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has received a zoning application for a proposed project at 209 Pioneer Rd. in Watsonville. The application details plans to construct a 90-square-foot pantry addition at the rear of the existing single-family home, along with relocating the laundry room. The remodel also includes updates to the kitchen, the addition of a bathroom in the former laundry area, and the installation of a new trussed roof over the living, family, dining, and kitchen spaces, covering 870 square feet. Notably, the project requests a reduction in the standard agricultural buffer setback, as the new development will be approximately 28 feet from the north property line adjacent to CA-zoned (commercial agriculture) land. After the addition, the total heated area of the residence will be 1,674 square feet. The project is designed to comply with current California Building, Fire, Energy, and Green Building Codes, and will undergo all required inspections and special construction measures as outlined in the application. (view application)
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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