Good morning! It’s Sept. 10 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Very warm in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be mostly sunny and very warm, with the temperature approaching the record high of 94 set in 2015. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (7/11). Allergy sufferers beware: There are high amounts of ragweed in the air.
Top news from nearby
Santa Cruz County firefighters will hold their 25th annual 9/11 memorial stair climb at Seacliff State Beach in Aptos on Friday, emphasizing remembrance for younger generations.
Santa Cruz County first responders set to memorialize 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Friday
By Max Chun
Sep 10, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Harmony with Horses Meet and Greet
Say hello to a horse and learn how they help us empower our relationships at home and at work.
At Vista Ranch on Sept. 12
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 Sept. 13
Repeats 15 more times until Dec. 27
Bilingual Baby Laptime
Event date: Sept. 16. Event time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Location: 2021 Freedom Blvd., Freedom …
At Watsonville Library on Sept. 16
Bilingual Toddler Storytime
Event date: Sept. 16. Event time: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: 2021 Freedom Blvd., Freedom …
At Watsonville Library on Sept. 16
Property code violations
County officials cite property owners for issues such as substandard housing, illegal uses of buildings, property maintenance, abandoned appliances or furniture, construction without permits, and other issues that affect public safety and quality of life.
- A code compliance case (NV25403) has been opened for the property at 46 Valley View Rd., Watsonville, with the county reaching the “Notice and Order” milestone as of Sep. 9. This formal notice indicates that building code violations have been identified and corrective action is required. While the specific violations are not detailed in the available report, a recently voided permit application (B-211327) for replacing the electrical service panel and installing smoke/carbon monoxide detectors suggests the violations may involve unpermitted electrical work or missing required safety devices. Residents should be aware that such notices are typically issued for issues related to unpermitted construction, unsafe electrical systems, or absent life-safety equipment.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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