FluMist or Flu Shot: finding which is right for you
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif.– As flu season approaches each November, protection against the viruses is highly recommended doctors worldwide. For…
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Governor Newsom proclaims Native American Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation declaring September 22, 2023, as Native American Day in the State of California.…
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Five local students rank semifinalists in National Merit Scholarship Program
Five students from Dos Pueblos and San Marcos High School made the semifinals in the National Merit Scholarship program.…
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Free Bulky Item Pickup Program expands services
The City of Santa Barbara Trash & Recycling Division made changes to its Free Bulky Item Pickup Program.…
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Santa Barbara Humane hosts successful inaugural gala
Gathering 300 compassionate community members, Santa Barbara Humane hosted its inaugural Santa Barbara Humane Gala on September 9.…
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Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project construction set to begin in October
The City of Santa Barbara announced the commencement of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project on September 18, which will connect the…
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Stop the Hate: Santa Barbara program received $700,000 in funds
The Fund for Santa Barbara (FUND) was awarded $700,000 in funding through the California Department of Social Services Stop the Hate Program.…
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Carrillo-Castillo Commuter Lot Temporarily Closed
The City of Santa Barbara Carrillo-Castillo Commuter Lot will be closed from September 21, 2023 to October 9,…
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Tales to tails: Santa Barbara Public Library offers paw-some reading program
Kids just learning to read, practicing their reading skills, or simply wanting an audience can visit Smith– the therapy golden retriever.…
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Recent study ranks Santa Barbara most expensive city for happiness, measured by cost of living
In Santa Barbara, happiness may come at a cost. A recent study by S Money found the American city with the highest cost of happiness is right here on…
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French Hospital Medical Center receives Gold Seal of Approval for Total Hip and Knee Replacement
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – Dignity Health French Hospital Medical Center has earned the “Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval” for Advanced…
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California launches $7.25 million grant program to help student loan borrowers
The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation announced the launch of the Student Loan Empowerment Project. The grant will promote…
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IVCSD and Earthcomb collaborate for sustainable move-out
The Isla Vista Community Services District (IVCSD) implemented a successful partnership with Earthcomb LLC, addressing 37,000lbs of litter through…
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SLO Greek Festival donates to two local charities
The SLO Greek Festival, which took place on June 3 and June 4, donates SLO Food Bank and SLO Noor Foundation $5,000 each.…
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City of Arroyo Grande received distinguished budget presentation award
ARROYO GRANDE, Calif. – The Government Finance Officers Association announced that the City of Arroyo Grande received GFOA’s Distinguished Budget…
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REACH reaches out to the community for public comment
REACH, a regional economic action coalition, searched for public comment on its first-ever joint…
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Our Story Connection and the Starfish Connection launch nonprofit
The Starfish Connection and Our Story Connection launched its nonprofit organization on Saturday September 9.…
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Kærskov Vineyard and Paired Powers jump start partnership with clean energy plan
Paired Power and Carr Winery’s Kærskov Vineyard partnered to create a 100% clean, off-grid energy operation.…
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California State University Channel Islands selects Selena Palaroan as a CSU Trustee Scholar
California State University Channel Islands selected nursing student Serena Palaroan as CSU Trustee Scholar.…
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Edison International’s Partnerships Boost Social and Economic Benefits in California’s Central Coast
Edison International, the parent company of Southern California Edison, shares its latest report– the Community and Economic Impact report.…
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