Good morning! It’s July 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and cool in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be partly sunny and cool. The high will be 76 with a low of 52. Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 9 a.m.
Top news from nearby
Christopher and Vanessa Chamberlain sold the Davenport Roadhouse after five challenging years. The restaurant, affected by the pandemic, CZU fires, and 2023 storms, will reopen Friday under undisclosed new ownership.
‘We would 100% do it again’: As Davenport Roadhouse changes hands, former owners reflect on five years
By Lily Belli
Jul 16, 2025
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Local pizzeria employees move to unionize; planned development’s impact on Marianne’s
By Jessica M. Pasko
Jul 16, 2025
What’s new around you
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Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
Redwood RX: Forest Qi Gong
Embark on a transformative journey that fuses the restorative powers of the Redwood forest with the ancient art of Qi Gong. Connect with the elements …
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on July 16
Repeats 3 more times until August 13
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park – Plant Diversity Walk
Join this program on July 16th at 10:00 a.m. for a casual strollwherein we learn about the diversity of plants that can be found here at Henry Cowell …
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on July 16
Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek
Come join us for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-rennovated Boulder Creek Libr…
At Boulder Creek Branch Library on July 16
Repeats 2 more times until July 30
Junction Park: Free Music in the Park
Just one block from Downtown Boulder Creek is beautiful Junction Park, named for the junction of Boulder Creek and the San Lorenzo River. Its the perf…
At Junction Park on July 16
Property code violations
County officials cite property owners for issues such as substandard housing, illegal uses of buildings, property maintenance, abandoned appliances or furniture, construction without permits, and other issues that affect public safety and quality of life.
- A code violation has been issued for the property at 288 Redwood Dr, Felton, CA 95018-9161. According to the Parcel Research Report, the property is involved in a code compliance case identified as “NV25266.” This case was processed on July 15, and has reached the “Notice and Order” milestone. However, the report does not specify the nature of the building code violations associated with this case. Residents seeking more information about the specific violations are encouraged to consult the county’s code compliance records or request a detailed case report.
- A code violation notice has been issued for the property located at 5423 Hwy 9, Felton, CA 95018, under case number NV25265. The violations pertain to unpermitted conversions within the property, specifically involving the transformation of the patio and attic into additional bedrooms without proper authorization. Additionally, the property owner has converted a barn into an unpermitted Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Residents and property owners are reminded of the importance of adhering to local building codes to ensure safety and compliance.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A traffic hazard was reported today on Highway 17 Northbound at Laurel in Scotts Valley. The California Highway Patrol conducted a traffic break from Sugarloaf to handle the situation.
- A black Toyota Tacoma rolled over and landed about 16 feet off the road on its roof near the entrance to Big Creek Lumber on Highway 1 in Bonny Doon/Davenport. The incident was reported as a non-injury collision, and the vehicle was found on its side. A wrecker was needed to tow it from a 20-foot embankment. The solo occupant was out of the vehicle, and there was no road blockage. The incident was reported today.
- The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for road excavation. This closure will continue until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents and code violations are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.