Carry the Load relay in Santa Barbara honors fallen military heroes, first responders
“It began with two SEALs in 2011, and they walked around a lake to remember their friends, and here we are 10 years later. We have raised $26…
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Despite flower shortage, Santa Barbara shops flourish on Mother’s Day
A bloom in business arrived on Sunday, as plenty of people poured into Riley’s Flowers in downtown Santa…
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Traveling nurses excited to head home for Mother’s Day after helping at Santa Barbara County mobile vaccine clinic
About 30 traveling nurses have spent the last six weeks working with the Santa Barbara County Public Health mobile vaccination clinic. This weekend,…
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SoCal Honda treats Ventura moms to free spa experience on Mother’s Day Weekend
SoCal Honda wanted to give back to mothers this holiday weekend, so they hosted a series of pop-up spas up and down the South…
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Ventura County businesses hoping for Mother’s Day economic boost
Many Ventura County businesses are busy getting ready for Mother’s Day weekend. Owners are saying they are already seeing the economic impact that…
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Arbor Day at Cold Spring School brings tree planting and birdhouse making
Happy Arbor Day! As is tradition, since the late 1870s, it is a day to plant trees. Cold Spring Elementary School students celebrated by planting an…
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World War II veterans celebrate birthdays with drive-by parade
Dozens of cars and motorcycles rode around town honking their horns to celebrate a major milestone for a pair of World War II…
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Mission Santa Barbara celebrates Easter outdoors
It was quite the sight on Sunday, as Old Mission Santa Barbara celebrated Easter…
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Sal’s Easter experience goes all out for kids in Ventura
Sal’s Easter is a new tradition in…
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Central Coast residents hear warnings about the possible new Spring coronavirus surge
Public Health urging residents to continue COVID-19 safety measures to prevent another uptick in cases on Tuesday.…
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Lompoc celebrates with socially distanced Easter event
LOMPOC, Calif. — The City of Lompoc’s Recreation Division found a fun and safe way to celebrate Easter this year. All week the city is holding the…
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Central Coast residents asked not to exceed 120 miles during Spring Break, Easter travel
Public Health is warning people on continuing to stay safe during the pandemic during the holidays.…
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St. Patrick’s Day gives businesses a lucky boost
Clay Lovejoy remembers preparing for St. Patrick’s Day at Three Pickles in Santa Barbara last year when the coronavirus pandemic led to a…
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Better luck for Santa Barbara bars this St. Patrick’s Day
Nearly all South Coast bars missed out on St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in 2020. This year, some pandemic-modified celebrations…
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SLO bars celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with health measures in place
One year after not being able to sell alcohol on St. Patrick’s Day, San Luis Obispo bars hold festive holiday celebrations on Wednesday with several…
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State Street promenade plans expected to extend out to fall in Santa Barbara
The city said the current ongoing public health orders prohibit many businesses from operating indoors, and the outside seating has proven to be…
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The Palace Grill celebrates Fat Tuesday outdoors
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. Musician Pug Bernhardt encouraged people to pick up percussion instruments and play along with him as they waited for dinner at…
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Pandemic doesn’t stop crowds from visiting Santa Barbara restaurants on Valentine’s Day
With only outdoor dining allowed in Santa Barbara County, local restaurants are filled with reservations on Valentine’s…
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Templeton firefighters sell Valentine’s Day flowers to raise money for leukemia, lymphoma research
The Templeton Firefighter Stairclimb Team held its fifth annual Firefighters & Flowers for a Cure fundraiser this Valentine’s Day weekend at various…
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Californians urged to celebrate Valentine’s Day virtually
Health officials urged Californians to protect their loved ones from the coronavirus by celebrating Valentine’s Day virtually this…
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