Elks Rodeo set to begin, celebrating 80 years of Santa Maria tradition and heritage
The 80th Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade begins today, continuing its rich legacy as Santa Maria’s longtime showcase event.…
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Final preparations underway for Santa Maria Elks Rodeo
With the start of the 80th Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade now less than a day away, final preparations are taking place today at the Elks…
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Countdown winding down to much-anticipated 80th Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade
The much-anticipated 80th Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade is quickly approaching as the countdown to the start of the popular event is now…
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West Coast Kustoms Cruisin’ Nationals drives into Santa Maria for weekend car show
One of the biggest yearly events held in Santa Maria rolls into the city today with the arrival of hundreds of cars that are part the 42nd Annual…
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Santa Maria businesses optimistic as summer travel season nears
Santa Maria businesses are optimistic the fast approaching summer travel season will be…
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Longtime Santa Maria cycling club disbands, donates savings to sustainable transportation advocacy organization
A longtime Santa Maria bicycling club is disbanding after many years in operation and is donating all of the group’s savings to a local organization…
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Several Santa Maria parks receiving significant renovations and improvements
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department is overseeing a slew of renovations and improvements at several of its facilities throughout the…
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Healthy transportation promoted during ‘Fun Day at the Farm’ event in Santa Maria
Central Coast-based non-profit organization Transitions-Mental Health Association (TMHA) held its “Fun Day on the Farm,” to help promote healthy…
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New video course allowing Arroyo Grande High School students to produce weekly newscasts
Arroyo Grande High School students interested in media arts now have a new class that allows them to produce weekly broadcasts that features…
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Hancock College holds firefighting academy graduation featuring dynamic live demonstration
Allan Hancock College held a graduation ceremony on Wednesday morning for the latest round of cadets from its respected firefighter…
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Santa Maria looking for additional funding needed to build long-planned sports complex
Santa Maria City Council will vote tomorrow on a grant application for up to $6 million that would help provide the needed funding to finally build a…
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All aboard! Santa Maria wine trolley ready to start rolling this weekend
The popular Santa Maria Valley wine trolley returns to action this weekend, ready to transport passengers around to some of the area’s favorite…
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Orcutt man speaks at Congress about removing barriers to access Alzheimer’s treatments
Orcutt resident Tony Gonzales, who is battling early onset dementia and mild cognitive impairment, spoke to members of a Congressional subcommittee…
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Academic leaders highlight what’s happening in local schools during annual Santa Maria Valley state of education event
Santa Maria Valley education, business and government leaders came together Tuesday morning for the region’s annual State of Education…
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SLO County travel industry reports strong numbers for last year, including record-breaking tourist spending
The San Luis Obispo County travel industry enjoyed an extremely successful and record-breaking year in…
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Nipomo High School seniors build important life skills during financial literacy activity
Nipomo High School seniors had the opportunity on Friday morning to help build important life skills during a financial literacy event that was held…
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Santa Maria moving forward with construction on historic Smith-Enos House project, planned Japanese Community Cultural Center
Santa Maria City Council receives an update on two long-planned projects, the development of the historic Enos-Smith House, along with the planned…
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Despite wet winter, Santa Maria begins Water Awareness Month still encouraging continued conservation
Even after a record-setting winter of heavy rainfall that filled local reservoirs, the City of Santa Maria is still encouraging everyone in the…
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Former SLO County chief administrative officer Wade Horton hired for new position by Santa Barbara County
Former San Luis Obispo County Chief Administration Officer Wade Horton has been hired by Santa Barbara County to become its new Assistant Executive…
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Local skateboarders thrilled with opening of new Nipomo skate park
The opening of the long-awaited Nipomo skatepark has been a huge hit for local skateboarders, who have packed the new facility the past three…
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