Sunshine Abounds, Junior Lifeguards Compete and Santa Cruz

Today is July 28. It is the 209th day of the year. We are under a waning crescent moon. Sunset will occur about 7:59 p.m. Here are five things to know:

1. The National Weather Service forecast for this afternoon calls for sunny skies with a high near 74 degrees with patchy fog after 11 p.m. and an overnight low around 63 degrees. Forecasters expect patchy fog Friday morning that gradually will clear to sunny with a high near 74 degrees.

2. Boating columnist Paul M.J. Suchecki in his latest piece writes about the challenge of sailing to Santa Cruz and its rich rewards. Details right here.

3. Dockweiler Beach in Playa del Rey on Friday will host the Taplin Relays, the premiere Junior Lifeguard competition in the area. Details right here.

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