Dollar Tree store set to take over the recently closed 99 Cents only store in Santa Barbara
The Dollar Tree Store is replacing the just-closed 99 Cents only store in Santa Barbara. The expected opening will be in…
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New Santa Maria Valley Chamber leader ready to serve local business community
The new leader of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber is ready to help guide the local business community into what he believes will be a prosperous…
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Flag Day displays highlight the red, white and blue on the Central Coast
Flag Day was celebrated at many businesses including American Riviera Bank. Several cities added extra decorations and flags on poles for the special…
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Voters will now get the sales tax increase decision on the November ballot in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is hoping to reduce its budget deficit with a sales tax increase. Voters decide in…
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Santa Barbara budget challenges lead to changes in funding for parking division and downtown maintenance
Downtown Santa Barbara will continue to have funds for parking and maintenance needs despite funding issues in the current budget. Final budget work…
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Santa Maria area businesses connect with job seekers and community members during annual expo
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber, along with the Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board is holding its annual Business Expo and Job Fair at…
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City of Santa Barbara considers sales tax increase
To help maintain essential services, the City of Santa Barbara is considering to put a half-cent sales tax measure on November’s…
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I Madonnari brings a colorful display of chalk art to the Santa Barbara Old Mission for the weekend
I Madonnari comes alive at the Old Mission in Santa Barbara this weekend. It is a benefit for the Children’s Creative…
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Isla Vista Food Co-op establishes roots in Santa Barbara
After 52 years the Isla Vista Food Co-Op has expanded into Santa Barbara. It is the only store of its kind in the…
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Santa Maria Elks Rodeo returns this week with local businesses looking to rope in more sales
The 81st Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade returns this week with many local businesses looking to score big over the next several…
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Annual SLO County tourism report shows strong numbers over the past year
An annual report released by Visit SLO CAL, San Luis Obispo County’s official tourism marketing and management organization, shows travel numbers…
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Santa Maria students get a dose of ‘reality’ at financial literacy event
Hundreds of Santa Maria High School students were able to experience what it’s like to budget personal funds during a financial literacy educational…
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Esau’s Cafe is home to Carpinteria’s first permanent outdoor parklet
If you enjoy eating outdoors, year-round, add Carpinteria to your…
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Future of Fiesta 5 Theatres in Santa Barbara in limbo
Metropolitan Theatres Corporation’s lease at Fiesta 5 Theatres in downtown Santa Barbara is coming to an end and the city of Santa Barbara is looking…
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Santa Barbara could see its parking fund ‘go negative’ without changes soon
Parking fees may be changed in Santa Barbara to raise more money during difficult budget times. A projection under the current structure shows the…
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Santa Barbara releases Transient Occupancy Tax results for March
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Transient Occupancy Tax report for March 2024, indicates $2.3 million was collected in the ninth month of the city’s…
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Santa Barbara gas prices up nearly ten cents this week
Gas prices across Santa Barbara rose by an average of 8.8 cents in the last week for an average total of $5.25 per gallon according to a survey…
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The Murphy Auto Museum set to permanently close its doors
Executive director, David Neel, told your News Channel the last day for regular hours will be July 7th. After that date, everything will be sold…
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Santa Maria Valley Chamber adds two new staff members, including Hispanic business representative
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber has announced it has added two new staff members, including a Hispanic Business Development and Services…
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Inaugural ‘State of San Luis Obispo County’ delivered Thursday
San Luis Obispo County will hold its inaugural “State of the County” during a two-hour address Thursday…
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