Good morning! It’s July 1 โ€” here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny in Scotts Valley

Today will see areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and cool. The high will be 71 with a low of 52. Wear your sunblock โ€” the UV index is very high (10/11).


Top news from nearby

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to shelve a local ordinance regulating battery storage systems following a decision by the developer of a project proposed for outside Watsonville to seek approval through the state.

Supervisors shelve battery storage ordinance after Watsonville project moves to state

Supervisors shelve battery storage ordinance after Watsonville project moves to state

By Tania Ortiz

Jul 1, 2026


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Things to do in Scotts Valley

Moving in Harmony with Life - Self-care Exercises for Vitality and Balance
Moving in Harmony with Life – Self-care Exercises for Vitality and Balance

Instructors: Alexandra Johnson, MD, Kevin Johnson and Dena Ehrlich We spend much of our time being sedentary, lost in our minds. Yet each movement you…

At Hummingbird Valley on July 1
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Mark Van Haren - '70s pop-soul
Mark Van Haren – ’70s pop-soul

Mark Van Haren continues to be mesmerized by the groovy tunes of the ’70s: Stevie Wonder, Hall & Oates, Al Green, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Bill Withe…

At Bruno’s Bar & Grill on July 2

Learn to Line Dance
Learn to Line Dance

Join us for Coaster Stomp Line Dance at Brunoโ€™s Bar and Grill! The fun starts at 7 p.m. with two lessons and plenty of open dancing. Join their expert i…

At Bruno’s Bar & Grill on July 2

Friday's at Five - Free Food Distribution For Anyone in Need
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 July 3

Opening Reception for Janette Sargent-Hamill
Opening Reception for Janette Sargent-Hamill

Janette Sargent-Hamill is a native of California and has lived in the Santa Cruz area for many years. With an intense interest in nature and travel, s…

At Home by Zinnias on July 3


No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.