Good morning! It’s June 30 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Warmer in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be warmer with areas of low clouds early, then sunny. The high will be 84 with a low of 52. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
San Lorenzo Valley news
West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz reopened to two-way traffic after repairs. A community event is planned for August 15. The RTC received $128.7M for multimodal projects to improve transportation between Santa Cruz and Watsonville.
Carmageddon: West Cliff reopens to two-way traffic; RTC receives $128M state grant
By Max Chun
Jun 30, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
Knitting at the Library @ Felton
Join us every Monday at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
At Felton Branch Library on June 30
Repeats 25 more times until December 29
Open Mic Mondays @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Ten minute time slots for spoken word, poetry, comedy, or solo/duet musical acts with Happy Hour prices at the bar. (No drum sets please.)
At Henflings on June 30
New Parents’ Support Group
Join us for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new p…
At Felton Branch Library on July 1
Repeats 25 more times until December 30
Trivia Tuesdays @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Our trivia night is unlike any other with questions and formats unique to Henflings! Join a team and buzz in quick to answer questions for food & drin…
At Henflings on July 1
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- One-way traffic is in effect on North/South Highway 9 at Prospect Avenue due to drainage work. The closure is expected to end today at 3:59 p.m.
- The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for road excavation. This closure will continue until August 29 at 6:30 a.m.
- A lane on North Highway 1 at Buena Vista Drive in Watsonville/Pajaro is closed for shoulder work. The closure is expected to end at 4:59 a.m. today.
- The southbound lanes of Highway 17 in Eastside/Live Oak are facing closures for drainage work. The closure will last until July 2 at 7:01 a.m.
Farmers’ market Tuesday
The Felton Farmers’ Market is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. On Tuesdays during late spring through early fall, a collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods.
Tuesday 1:30-5:30 p.m. at 120 Russell Ave, Felton, May through October Read more
Community crime report
- A suspect was reported for defrauding an innkeeper and possessing a bad check. This happened near the 100 block of Loch Lomond Way, Santa Cruz, at 6 a.m. on June 13. (source)
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