Good morning! It’s June 23 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will see areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and nice. The high will be 70 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Santa Cruz County may cut $170,000 from the Arts Council and reduce MAH funding to close a parks budget gap. Watsonville police arrested a woman for allegedly threatening the school board on Instagram.
County contract with Arts Council on chopping block amid tough budget year; MAH funding cuts also proposed
By Tania Ortiz and Caly Luna Plowman
Jun 23, 2026
Watsonville police charge woman with criminal threats after social media comment
By Hillary Ojeda
Jun 23, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
June Author Talks
Enjoy live virtual author talks this June ~ each talk features the opportunity to participate in an author Q&A or pre-submit questions during registra…
Virtually on June 23
Rock Steady Juggling
Event date: June 23. Event time: 6-6:45 p.m. Location: 275 Main Street, Suite #100, Watsonville
At Watsonville Public Library on June 23
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A lane is closed on westbound Highway 152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until July 3.
Property development
- On June 16, the Santa Cruz County Planning Department formally approved a zoning application for a project at 157 Holiday Dr. in the La Selva Planning Area. The project involves the renewal of an existing permit for a two-bedroom vacation rental at this address. With this approval, the property owner is permitted to continue offering overnight lodging for stays of up to 30 days at a time. The renewal was granted through the approval of a Vacation Rental Renewal Permit. (view application)
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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