Good morning! It’s July 9 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Clouds yielding to sun in Watsonville / Pajaro

Today will be clouds yielding to sun. The high will be 70 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is extreme (11/11). Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.

Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend


Top news from nearby

Two new apartment buildings near a used-car dealership will bring hundreds of residents, prompting the owner to consider how the neighborhood’s transformation will impact his business.


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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro

Spa Day Passes
Spa Day Passes

A notable new offering for the property, La Bahia has introduced Spa Day Passes, now available via ResortPass (based on availability), granting both t…

At La Bahia Hotel & Spa – Santa Cruz on July 9
Repeats 24 more times until August 2

July is Parks and Recreation Month | Free Swim Thursdays
July is Parks and Recreation Month | Free Swim Thursdays

At Watsonville High School Pool on July 9
Repeats 3 more times until July 30

World Cup Watch Party at Beer Mule
World Cup Watch Party at Beer Mule

Bringin’ Kick Ass Beer to Watsonville! Come enjoy a variety of beers and watch all the world cup matches!

At Beer Mule on July 9
Repeats 10 more times until July 19

Bilingual Toddler Storytime
Bilingual Toddler Storytime

Event date: July 9 Event Time: 10:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Location: 275 Main Street, Suite #100 Watsonville 95076

At Watsonville Civic Plaza on July 9


Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • There is a one-way traffic closure on Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of ongoing work. This closure will last until August 31.
     
  • 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.
     
  • A road and weather-related incident was reported by CHP at 7105 Highway 9 in San Lorenzo Valley at 8:29 p.m. on July 8.
     

Farmers’ market Friday

Known for its food vendors and food trucks featuring regional Latin American cuisine, the Watsonville Farmers’ Market is known for being a place to hang out and stay a while after fulfilling your weekly shopping needs.
Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Peck Street near Main and Union streets, Watsonville, Year Round Read more


Community crime report

  • A person was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct due to alcohol intoxication, including public urination in a park. The incident happened near the 200 Block of Alvarado St., Watsonville, at 5 p.m. on July 7. (source)