Good morning! It’s August 1 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Turning sunny; warmer in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be warmer with clouds giving way to sun. There is a 2% chance of rain. The high will be 83 with a low of 54. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Partly sunny now, changing to mostly sunny at 11 a.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday
San Lorenzo Valley news
The Point Market opens its third café in Scotts Valley, featuring breakfast burritos, tacos, a smash burger, and asada fries, now accepting credit cards and drawing crowds in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
From East Cliff to Scotts Valley: The Point Market opens third café with burritos and new menu hits
By Lily Belli
Aug 1, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Forest Story Time
Bring your little ones and join us for a fun and interactive story time in the redwood forest! This 45-minute program is designed for children ages 3 …
At Big Basin Redwoods State Park on August 1
In-Person Tech Help @ Felton
Are you stuck with a technology question? One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question …
At Felton Branch Library on August 1
Repeats 19 more times until December 19
First Friday Santa Cruz
First Friday is a monthly ART TOUR across Santa Cruz County featuring exhibits and art events is our local galleries and art spaces. Free to attend! C…
At Santa Cruz County on August 1
Repeats 6 more times until February 6
Cas Haley (Full Band)
Show 8pm // Ages 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert h…
At Felton Music Hall on August 1
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A black Mercedes hit a dolly on Highway 17 North at the Santas Village Road Onramp in Scotts Valley. The car took the Santa exit and stopped. No damage or injuries were reported. The incident was reported today.
- There was a traffic incident today on Highway 1 North at Park in Capitola/Soquel due to road and weather conditions. The information was sent to NETCOM for further action.
- Southbound Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is completely facing closures. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Did you know?
Percent of people enrolled in college or grad school in your community is
40%
San Lorenzo Valley
compared with…
46%
Santa Cruz County
31%
California
SOURCE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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