Good morning! It’s July 28 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and nice in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be some low clouds early, then mostly sunny and delightful; watch for and avoid life-threatening rip currents. The high will be 74 with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Partly cloudy now, changing to partly sunny at 7 a.m.
Looking ahead: Partly sunny this weekend
Top news from nearby
Hundreds gathered at UC Santa Cruz’s Quarry Amphitheater for an emotional memorial honoring musician Oliver Tree, celebrating his global influence and Santa Cruz roots with music, comedy, and heartfelt tributes.
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What’s new around you
▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Spa Day Passes
A notable new offering for the property, La Bahia has introduced Spa Day Passes, now available via ResortPass (based on availability)…
At La Bahia Hotel & Spa – Santa Cruz on July 28
Repeats 5 more times until August 2
North Bookmobile at Pajaro Park
The Monterey County Free Libraries North Bookmobile serves the community of Pajaro at Pajaro Community Park!
At Pajaro Park on July 28
Repeats 42 more times until December 22
New local businesses
- A new business named MB BOOKKEEPING was registered at 618 McKenzie Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076 on July 20. The business was registered by Silva Anthony as an individual business.
- A new business named FUEGO JALISCIENSE was registered at 738 Martinelli St., Watsonville, CA 95076 on July 20. The business was registered by Aldo Perez-Lara as an individual business.
- A new business named THE APPLE BIN FRUITSTAND was registered at 1907 East Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA 95076 on July 22. The business was registered by George Basich as a business operated by a married couple.
- A new business named THE QUEEN PUPUSAS was registered at 163 West Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA 95076 on July 23. The business was registered by Nelia Rivas as a co-partnership.
- A new business named NURTURED BEGINNINGS was registered at 525 Airport Blvd. #52, Watsonville, CA 95076 on July 23. The business was registered by Mayra Paulina Fernandez-Zamora as an individual business.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- There is one-way traffic 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, 2027, at 6:59 a.m.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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