Good morning! It’s March 30 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clouds and sunshine in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be clouds and sunshine. The high will be 78 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (7/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are very high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Partly sunny now, changing to intermittent clouds at 4 p.m.
Looking ahead: Expect showery weather tomorrow morning through tomorrow evening
San Lorenzo Valley news
Santa Cruz County RTC may avoid court by separating from Progressive Rail and is considering a new contract with another operator for South County freight service.
Three bakers on the rise: The new faces reshaping Santa Cruz County’s bread and pastries
By Lily Belli
Mar 30, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ food inspections ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
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 March 30
Repeats 13 more times until June 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 March 30
PUMP ACTION AND THE RETROGRADE – We’re Not In Florida Anymore Tour
PUMP ACTION AND THE RETROGRADE – We’re Not In Florida Anymore Tour
At Felton Music Hall on March 31
Repeats once more on March 31
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 March 31
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 9 near Lorenzo Avenue in Ben Lomond is down to one-way traffic because of emergency work. This closure is scheduled to last until 3:59 p.m. on April 1.
- A traffic collision involving up to five vehicles, including a big rig, happened on northbound Highway 1 at Freedom Boulevard in Aptos. Two were reportedly speeding before the crash. Several vehicles had airbags deploy, and at least one had major front-end damage. All vehicles were moved to the right-hand shoulder. Emergency services, including fire and California Highway Patrol, responded to the scene.
Restaurant inspections
County officials regularly inspect food facilities to ensure compliance with state laws. Here, Lookout Santa Cruz reports both those who have passed the inspections and those that the county deems to have a “major” issue. The county’s full ongoing report can be accessed here.
- Boulder Creek Elementary at 400 Lomond St., Boulder Creek, passed a county health inspection on March 25 with no critical issues.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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