Highway 1 Closures Near Watsonville + Local Artist Honored

Hey, neighbors! Courtney Teague here with a fresh Watsonville Daily.

First, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds; cool. High: 66 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories today in and around Watsonville:

1. Highway 1 closures near Watsonville planned for Oct. 18-20 (KSBW Monterey)
2. UC Santa Cruz: Biologist Beth Shapiro's New Book Explores How Humans Have Shaped Life On Earth (Press Release Desk)
3. Watsonville's 'Storm Door Is Officially Open' This Week: What To Expect (Watsonville Patch)
4. Guillermo 'Yermo' Aranda Named 2021 County Artist Of The Year (Press Release Desk)
5. Estrada Fire Latest: Cal Fire Issues Update (Watsonville Patch)

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Watsonville Patch Notebook

• City of Watsonville - City Gov't: "Reposted from @watsonvillenaturecenterThis is another great opportunity to bring your bike, friends and family out for a guided ride around our beautiful wetlands.!! 🌿🌱🌲☘️. Come and learn first hand the proper etiquette when riding in..." (Facebook)
• Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency: "Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency has Irrigation Efficiency Resources for growers! Technical and financial assistance is available to help support growers. These include: 💧 Irrigation system efficiency evaluations 💧 Rebates and tec..." (Facebook)

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