Good morning! It’s April 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny and pleasant in Eastside / Live Oak
Today will be mostly sunny and pleasant. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 73 with a low of 47. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (8/11).
Looking ahead: Expect showers late Monday night.
Top news from nearby
District 4 supervisor candidates Felipe Hernandez, Tony Nuñez and Elias Gonzales discussed South County plans and key issues during Wednesday’s election forum.
District 4 county supervisor candidates make case to voters during Wednesday night forum
By Tania Ortiz
Apr 16, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Eastside / Live Oak
The Art of Nature Exhibit
Explore the beauty and fine details of the natural world around us in this annual spring exhibit featuring works from local artists in a variety of me…
At Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History on April 16
Repeats 39 more times until May 31
Satsang (solo) “The Story of You 10 Year Anniversary Tour” w/ Joey Harkum (solo)
Moes Alley presents Satsang (solo) for his The Story of You 10 Year Anniversary Tour with special guest Joey Harkum (solo)!Thursday, April 16, 2026Doo…
At Moe’s Alley on April 16
Green Acres Open House and Multicultural Festival
Come learn about Green Acres Elementary School, a TK-5th grade school in the Live Oak School District! Multicultural Festival hours are 4:30-7:00 P.M….
At Green Acres Elementary School on April 16
Back to Basics: A Still Life Drawing Class with Susie Wilson
This class aims to bring confidence to the beginning artist; anyone who feels unsure of where to start and how to translate what they see three dimens…
At Santa Cruz Art League on April 16
Repeats once more on April 23
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- North Highway 1 at Park Avenue in Capitola / Soquel is facing closures for K-rail installation. The closure is expected to end at 4:59 a.m. today.
Community crime report
- A case of fraud involving more than $400 was reported. The incident happened near the 200 block of Dakota Avenue, Santa Cruz, at 1 p.m. on April 13. (source)
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