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Aptos, California Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why a new federal tax break matters to Aptos child educators

Also on today's calendar: Surplus Assets to Ongoing Operations of Driscoll's Online Auction and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why can't dogs make MRI's? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 91 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Sunny and remaining very warm, temps: high: 91, low: 55.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Rep. Jimmy Panetta announces Supporting Early Childhood Educators' Deductions Act passage (santacruzsentinel.com) — In Aptos, Cabrillo College’s Children’s Center hosted Rep. Jimmy Panetta as he celebrated his new SEED Act, which adds a $350 federal tax deduction for early childhood educators’ classroom supplies starting with the 2026 tax year. Local teachers and county education leaders say the change offers modest but meaningful financial relief and long-overdue recognition for those caring for the youngest children.
   

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  • Santa Cruz City School District posted a job opening for Cross Country Assistant Coach - Soquel High School in Santa Cruz. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Aptos here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why can't dogs make MRI's?" — Because catscan! (Thank you Bob F. for sending it in!)
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