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In today's newsletter:

  • Watsonville flag football surges to 9–1 behind dominant home win.
  • Watsonville driver involved in fatal Merk and Corralitos crash details
  • How will Pinto Lake's new skate park change local skating options?

Also on today's calendar: Santa Cruz Film Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Nice with clouds and sun, temps: high: 76, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 89 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Santa Cruz native Bill Miller, 59, named umpire crew chief for Cubs-Padres Wild Card Series (santacruzsentinel.com) — Local sports fans can cheer a big night for Watsonville flag football, as quarterback Aaliyah Arellano led the Wildcatz to a 26–6 home win over Soledad with four total touchdowns. The team, now 9–1, gets little rest, heading to King City next, while Pajaro Valley also prepares for a midweek matchup at Pacific Collegiate.
   

2. Connor Wildey Killed in Santa Cruz County Accident on Merk and Corralitos Roads (pacificattorneygroup.com) — A Watsonville man driving a pickup was involved in a deadly crash with a motorcycle at Merk and Corralitos roads in Santa Cruz County, killing 23-year-old rider Connor Wildey. Authorities say both men used proper safety gear, no drugs or alcohol are suspected, and the exact cause of the collision remains under investigation.
   

3. Pinto Lake skate park construction is right on track (santacruzsentinel.com) — A new skate park is taking shape at Pinto Lake County Park just outside Watsonville, with construction already two months in and completion expected by year's end. Designed for both beginners and advanced skaters, the loop-style park will complement Ramsay Park's skate features, connect easily via a nearby bus stop, and serve as a gateway to the park's broader trails and recreation.
   

4. Santa Cruz County holds first-ever State of the County address (santacruzsentinel.com) — Santa Cruz County leaders used their first State of the County address to warn of looming budget gaps and federal funding cuts while highlighting new housing, parks and emergency-preparedness work. For Watsonville residents, the county's partnership with the city and Second Harvest Food Bank during SNAP disruptions shows how local agencies are coordinating to keep food and safety-net services available.
   

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  • As the Library Commissioner for District 3 in Watsonville, I want to tell you about coming events at the Freedom Branch Library in OCTOBER including some at the Main Library downtown.
    PLEASE NOTE: SOME EVENTS ARE WEEKLY. Please check the Main library's website for other events at the main library, https://www.watsonville.gov/2327… (Nextdoor Monterey Vista Estates)
  • Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: 4am Inbound (Stocking) (T1143) in Watsonville. Apply here.
  • CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Watsonville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Watsonville here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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