Good morning! It’s July 27 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Scotts Valley
Today will be areas of low clouds, then sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 82 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
Looking ahead: A high temperature of 80 Wednesday
Top news from nearby
Santa Cruz residents living in vehicles face soaring gas and food prices, prompting creative resourcefulness and mutual support to maintain shelter and stability.
Running on empty: In the nation’s most expensive gas market, Santa Cruz’s vehicular homeless face a new crisis
By Caly Luna Plowman
Jul 27, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Scotts Valley
B12 Shot Clinic
Step into a realm of revitalization at our pharmacy, where we proudly introduce our exclusive hydration injection services….
At OneSource Compounding Pharmacy on July 28
Repeats once more on August 4
Tacos & Trivia
As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”…
At Bruno’s Bar & Grill on July 28
Repeats once more on August 4
Lunch and Learn at 1440: Myofascial Release
A gentle, body-led practice to release tension, unwind fascia, and reconnect with your body’s natural balance and ease.
At 1440 Multiversity on July 29
Food Truck Friday – July 31st
Squeeze in a little more summer before the back-to-school rush at Food Truck Friday! Join us for a great evening outside with dinner, live music by Id…
At Scotts Valley Skypark on July 31
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park – Birdwatching
We are offering a bird-watching program on August 1st at 8:00 a.m. Join us to learn all about life histories, behaviors, field markings, etc …
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground on August 1
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic due to ongoing work. This closure will last until August 31 at 7:01 a.m.
- There are alternating lane closures on both northbound and southbound Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley because of bridge work. This will continue until April 30, 2027, at 6:59 a.m.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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