Good morning! It’s August 13 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Warmer in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be areas of low clouds to start; otherwise, sunny and warmer. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 83 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11). Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 9 a.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday
San Lorenzo Valley news
Santa Cruz County welcomed new businesses, including Precision Irrigation in Ben Lomond, Soul & Salt in Santa Cruz, and Taqueria Los Pericos and Grill in Watsonville, showcasing diverse services and industries.
Eight-story, 178-unit Clocktower Center clears final vote, capping Santa Cruz’s most polarizing development battle
By Christopher Neely
Aug 13, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
Expert Talk: Senior Health & Wellness (60+) ~ Ensure Longevity!
Join SLV nationally certified personal trainer, Ashley LaMorte to learn ways to improve your mobility, your balance andhow to live a longer, functiona…
At Highlands Park Senior & Community Center on August 14
Dinner & Auction
Fundraising dinner will be a three-course sit down affair with wine on the table and no-host bar. Silent and live auction.
At Scopazzi’s on August 14
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure is expected to end at 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Did you know?
Percent of people never married (age 15+) in your community is
34%
San Lorenzo Valley
compared with…
39%
Santa Cruz County
38%
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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