Good morning! It’s September 10 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sprinkles this morning in Scotts Valley
Today will be a couple of sprinkles this morning; otherwise, cool with low clouds breaking for some sun. There is a 55% chance of rain. The high will be 75 with a low of 56.
Scotts Valley news
Plans to connect rural airports for air taxis proceed amid lower summer tourism. New local businesses include Jalisco Restaurant, Blue Lava Cafe, Felton Ace Hardware, Tacos Moreno 3, and several service and retail startups.
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Airspace makeovers for air taxis; summer tourism slump
By Jessica M. Pasko
Sep 10, 2025
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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 September 11
Repeats 139 more times until May 10
Twelve Stones Winery Tasting
Join us for a special evening with Twelve Stones Winery proprietors Karen & Affie Munshi. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect with the amazing pe…
At Saison Cellar & Wine Bar on September 12
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 notice has been issued for the property at 3410 La Madrona Dr, Santa Cruz, under case number NV25291, processed on 09/09/2025. The violation concerns the unlawful occupancy of recreational vehicles, travel trailers, and accessory structures on the property. According to local building and zoning codes, using RVs, travel trailers, or accessory buildings as residences is not permitted on this parcel without the proper permits or approvals. The notice cites that these vehicles and structures were being used as living spaces in violation of county regulations.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A gray Toyota Sienna van and a gray rental Hyundai Kona were involved in a two-car crash at the southbound Highway 1 and northbound Highway 17 connector near Eastside / Live Oak. No one was hurt, and both vehicles were moved to the right shoulder. The incident was reported today.
- An injured deer was reported on the right shoulder at 7105 Highway 9 in San Lorenzo Valley at 6:19 a.m. today.
Did you know?
Median age in your community is
48
Scotts Valley
compared with…
39
Santa Cruz County
37
California
SOURCE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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