Santa Barbara County prepares for Halloween during COVID-19
After weeks of waiting, Santa Barbara County has moved into the less restrictive red tier of California’s reopening…
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Arroyo Grande announces Halloween events for kids, adults and businesses
The Arroyo Grande Recreation Services Department is announcing COVID-friendly events that will be available for children, families and businesses…
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Santa Barbara County releases guidance for celebrating Halloween
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department released guidance for the community in preparation for the Halloween…
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Magic Castle Cabaret opens a Halloween gift shop with unique one-of-a-kind choices
Magic Castle Cabaret gift shop opens for Halloween. (Photo: John…
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Santa Barbara County meets state guidelines to improve COVID rank to red tier
Santa Barbara restaurants expected to open inside Wednesday with limited capacity based on changes in the COVID-19 rules.…
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Santa Maria Elks Rodeo plans haunted Halloween drive-thru
With the cancellation of the rodeo this year, Santa Maria Elks Recreation is planning on getting creative with holiday celebrations. They’re kicking…
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Santa Maria Police to host “Trunk or Treat” event with safety restrictions
Halloween will look different this year because of the pandemic, but the Santa Maria Police Department is putting together something kids can still…
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Santa Barbara synagogue hosts drive-thru shofar blast for Rosh Hashanah
Santa Barbara’s Jewish community is kicking off its High Holiday Days with a twist on…
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Looking for the Helpers: San Luis Obispo’s Card My Yard spreads joy one letter at a time
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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The Ventura County Public Health Department decided to lift its previous ban on trick-or-treating and trunk-or-treat events Wednesday, just one day…
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Halloween parking restrictions approved in Goleta
GOLETA, Calif. — Halloween in Isla Vista won’t be as rowdy as it was before the COVID-19 pandemic, but that isn’t stopping the nearby city of Goleta…
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Cambria Christmas Market postponed to 2021
One of the Central Coast’s iconic holiday celebrations will not be taking place in…
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Visitors flock to Santa Maria parks on Labor Day
Managers with the Recreation and Parks Department say they want everyone to enjoy the parks as long as visitors are wearing a mask and maintaining a…
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Going to the beach during a beach closure is still on the agenda if you are active
Closed beaches are still open for recreation, just not gathering. Warnings and education first, then a citation if you persist. (Photo: John…
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Santa Barbara trails prepare for crowds over Labor Day weekend
With Santa Barbara County beached partially closed for Labor Day weekend, many are expected to venture onto the trails for a…
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Lyft and Uber rolling along thanks to emergency stay
You can still catch a Lyft or Uber ride after midnight Thursday thanks to an appellate court ruling and an emergency stay.…
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Loss of Fiesta Mercados is loss of funding for nonprofits
Losing the traditions of Fiesta this year is a major hit for Santa Barbara and that includes the popular food booths at the…
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Fiesta Pequeña kicks off tonight on TV Hill
Fiesta Pequeña, the first of many Old Spanish Days events, will be held Wednesday, August 5 on TV Hill in Santa…
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Our Lady of Guadalupe keeping spirit of Fiesta alive with to-go orders
Special thanks goes out to dozens of home-grown chefs, getting ready to cook up massive Fiesta feasts at Our Lady of…
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SBPD reports uptick in violent crime, calls for fireworks over July 4th weekend
Santa Barbara police officers responded to 475 calls for service on July 4 and July 5, an increase of 45…
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