Santa Barbara City Fire Services in Urgent Need of Upgrades
At least two Santa Barbara fire stations need upgrades. An urgent need to study options and solutions is… Continue Reading
Our Lady of Guadalupe Procession Covers Several Blocks in Santa Barbara
A procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe took place Thursday night in Santa Barbara. It covered several… Continue Reading
Clothing Drive Helps Folks Stay Warm Throughout Santa Barbara County
Just in time for colder weather, a warm clothing drive resulted in a big distribution Friday in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria. It was led by the… Continue Reading
Festival of Trees Raffle Could Win You Thousands of Dollars in Gifts
The annual Festival of Trees fundraiser is underway in Carpinteria. It will conclude at 12:30… Continue Reading
The Unity Shoppe Offers a Holiday Deal During Tonight’s Holiday Telethon
A Unity Shoppe sale during the annual telethon broadcast gives shoppers 50-percent off with a toy donation. It is Friday night at 5… Continue Reading
Special Toy Drive Launches in High Gear to Help the Unity Shoppe
The Community Hot Rod Project will provide gifts to the Unity Shoppe. They will be delivered during the… Continue Reading
Housing Conference Shows Multiple Permit and Financial Deals are Needed to Build Forward
Housing and planning experts meet to discuss options to meet growing needs on the South Coast. Regulations and financial challenges continue to be… Continue Reading
The Red Piano Holds John Lennon Music Event as Unity Shoppe Fundraiser
A special fundraiser for the Unity Shoppe was held Sunday at the Red Piano. It was all John Lennon and Beatles… Continue Reading
Special Event Gives Bands from Canceled Milpas Parade a Chance to Perform
A Holiday Band Expo takes place in Santa Barbara this weekend. Four bands from the now canceled Milpas parade will… Continue Reading
A Holiday Search is Underway in Solvang for the Nissers
A search for the Solvang Nisse is underway to win a prize. Ten Nissers can be found by following a clue sheer. The event goes into the first week… Continue Reading
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church Plans Procession and Unity after Vandalism
The Our Lady of Guadalupe events begin with a Rosary and processional in Santa Barbara Thursday. There will also be special masses on… Continue Reading
New Regional Fire Communications Center Now Dispatching for Santa Barbara County Agencies
The Santa Barbara County Regional Fire Communications Center is now open and operating. It serves seven… Continue Reading
All-In-One Donation Site in Carpinteria Helps Those In Need & Their Pets
The Alcazar Theatre in Carpinteria is one of the spots where multiple donations can be made at once for the holidays.
This includes food, clothing… Continue Reading
King Tides Arrive on the Central Coast
The King Tides have arrived and coincide with the full moon cycle. Special warnings along the coast have been… Continue Reading
Paseo Nuevo Housing Project Still Alive Despite Frustrating City Hearing
The Paseo Nuevo housing plan is still alive after a frustrating City Council discussion Tuesday. … Continue Reading
Community Leaders Urge Alternatives and Solutions Not a Tough Law for Deltopia 2026
Deltopia safety and cost concerns may lead to tough new rules. The Isla Vista event is not… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara’s Collision-Prone Areas Listed in “Safer Streets” Survey
Santa Barbara safe streets survey asked the public for input for several locations. The deadline is December… Continue Reading
Shoppers Compare In-Person & Online Sales for Best Holiday Deals
In person shopping continues to reinvent itself with online shopping remaining very popular this holiday season. It also gives the buyer the right… Continue Reading
On the Move for Thanksgiving Weekend? Expect a Crowd Nearly Everywhere
The Santa Barbara airport will have a busy Thanksgiving weekend with indicators showing strong reservations on the major airlines. The airlines will… Continue Reading
Game Seeker Ready to Roll the Dice Again at a New Location
The Game Seeker has opened at 920 State Street in Santa Barbara after closing earlier this year four blocks away. The site will have a full stock of… Continue Reading