Good morning! It’s June 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Turning sunny; cool in Scotts Valley
Today will be cool with clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 74 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Top news from nearby
The Aptos farmers market at Cabrillo College celebrates 50 years, showcasing diverse immigrant vendors whose resilience and hard work create a vibrant Saturday community.
From opera to orchards: Inside the immigrant stories and resilience fueling 50 years of the Aptos farmers market
By Ruth S. Intress
Jun 18, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ food inspections ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Scotts Valley
Trivia on Tap @ Steel Bonnet
Trivia on Tap is back! New day, new questions, same great experience! Join Jenn and Victor every first and third Thursday from 6:30 8 p.m. at Steel Bonnet Brewing…
At Steel Bonnet Brewing Company on June 18
Fridays at 5 – Free Food Distribution For Anyone in Need
For anyone in need, you will receive two bags of pre-packed food. No questions asked about the food, but know that we are here to chat with you if you wa…
At Gateway Bible Church on June 19
Henry Cowell Redwoods SP: Fuel Reduction Workday
On Fuel Reduction Workday, in which park staff manually clear fallen debris in select areas of the Redwood Grove, and by doing so, reduce the fuel loa…
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground on June 19
Elie Mabanza (World Music)
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley presents “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS.”
At Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley on June 19
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- North Highway 17 at Pasatiempo Drive is facing closures for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to end on June 22.
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.
- Mission Springs Conference Center at 1050 Lockhart Gulch Rd., Scotts Valley, passed a county health inspection on June 15 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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