Affordable affair: 7 tips for a holiday bash on a budget
(BPT) – The days leading up to the holidays tend to be among the busiest of the year, with lots of celebrations taking place over a few short weeks.…
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Tips to keep holiday spending from breaking the bank
Americans have lots to celebrate this holiday season, with unemployment rates at an all-time low and consumer confidence on the rise.…
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What to do with Thanksgiving leftovers?
With a refrigerator full of Thanksgiving leftovers, try these ideas to make use out of the turkey and sides. Turkey Sandwiches Chances are, after…
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5 tips for a lower-waste holiday season
(BPT) – The holiday season is a fun-filled time of entertaining, family gatherings and various gift-giving moments. But with the season’s greetings…
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City of Santa Barbara invites families for upcoming Trunk or Treat Oct. 28
City of Santa Barbara invites families for upcoming Trunk or Treat Oct.…
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Boo at the Zoo: Santa Barbara Zoo kicks off Halloween festivities with “monster-ous” thrills and chills
Boo at the Zoo: Santa Barbara Zoo kicks off Halloween festivities with “monster-ous” thrills and…
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Bring your fall sweater to outdoor events on the coast this weekend
Temperatures will drop slightly Saturday and…
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Pumpkin prices are more of a trick than a treat this Halloween
GOLETA, Calif.-Whether you are shopping for something reminiscent of Charlie Brown’s Great Pumpkin or a tiny pumpkin, prices are inching up this…
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‘Operation Santa’ brings toys to kids in San Luis Obispo
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – Gift gathering has begun for children and families in need in San Luis Obispo County. ‘Operation Santa’ is getting off the…
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Santa Ynez High School kicks off Hispanic Heritage Celebration ahead of first ever Hispanic Heritage Leadership Conference
Santa Ynez High School kicks off Hispanic Heritage Celebration ahead of first ever Hispanic Heritage Leadership…
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Firefly Aerospace re-attempt of Sunday’s launch scrubbed again Monday afternoon
Firefly Aerospace launch was scrubbed for the second time Monday afternoon.…
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Harbor Patrol offers tips to navigate busy Labor Day weekend on the water
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.- Labor Day, Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends are the busiest boating weekends of the year and sometimes tragedies…
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Nipomo celebrates 4th of July with annual community-wide parade
An annual Fourth of July tradition in Nipomo once again brought out big crowds along many miles of community…
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Large crowds in Santa Barbara do not translate to increased sales for some local businesses
Tourists scattered throughout State Street to browse boutiques, eat dessert, and pick up some last-minute souvenirs, but large crowds do not…
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Businesses at Stearns Wharf brace for packed crowd ahead of 4th of July celebration
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Businesses at Stearns Wharf are bracing for a packed crowd ahead of the 4th of July celebration. The wharf is already busy…
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Experts chime in on how to stay safe July 4th weekend
First responders are urging visitors to stay safe July 4th weekend.…
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Local Fire Chiefs: ‘Enjoy 4th of July but do so safely’
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Four local fire chiefs gathered Thursday morning at Fire Station 1 on Carrillo Street to issue a public message ahead of the…
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RVs line the Rincon Parkway despite record gas prices
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. Record high gas prices have not put the breaks on people who like to travel in Recreational Vehicles. It is peak season for…
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Strong reminders of the total ban on fireworks in the Los Padres National Forest goes out during July 4th week
Warning signs are up about fire dangers in the Los Padres National Forest. Special patrols will be out during the July 4th…
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Sand berms going up along waterfront for 4th of July Fireworks Show in Santa Barbara
Sand berms going up along waterfront for 4th of July Fireworks Show in Santa…
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