Good morning! It’s October 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Plenty of sunshine, but cool in Scotts Valley
Today will be plenty of sunshine, but cool. There is a 3% chance of rain. The high will be 74 with a low of 47. Mostly sunny now, changing to clear at 7 p.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday
Top news from nearby
Federal SNAP cuts and lost funding strain Santa Cruz County’s food aid, reducing supplies for nonprofits like Grey Bears and Second Harvest, while over a quarter of residents rely on food aid and thousands risk benefits.
‘A very challenging time’: SNAP cuts and lost funding deepen food insecurity in Santa Cruz County
By Lily Belli
Oct 16, 2025
What’s new around you
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Things to do in Scotts Valley
Sewing Lessons for Beginners
Sewing lessons for beginners in a casual, zen environment. Open to ages 7 – 100. Sign up for 6 two-hour sessions Thursday – Sunday during open hours -…
At Everything Home on October 16
Repeats 119 more times until May 10
The Lookout List: Santa Cruz County Favorites Voting is now open!
The nominations are in — now it’s time to choose the winners! Last month, Lookout readers submitted their favorite people, places, and businesses. No…
At on October 16
Repeats 10 more times until October 26
Live Music with Shawn Yanez!
Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno’s Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from…
At Bruno’s Bar and Grill on October 16
Repeats 2 more times until October 29
Trivia on Tap @ Steel Bonnet
Trivia on Tap is back! New day, new questions, same great experience! Join Jenn and Victor every 1st and 3rd Thursday 6:30-8pm at Steel Bonnet Brewing…
At Steel Bonnet Brewing Company on October 16
Boots and Boos Halloween Line Dancing
Join us for Coaster Stomp Line Dance Boots & Boos Halloween Dance! Dress up in your costume and have even more fun! The fun starts at 8pm with two l…
At Bruno’s Bar and Grill on October 17
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has received a zoning application for a project at 3442 Bean Creek Road. The proposal seeks approval to operate a two-bedroom vacation rental at 340 Bean Creek Road in Scotts Valley. In order for this use to move forward, a Vacation Rental Permit must be approved by the county. (view application)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- There is a one-way traffic closure on North Highway 9 at Prospect Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. on December 5.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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