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Six dogs in training to help people who are visually impaired were on board the Lil' Toot boat in Santa Barbara Saturday. This helps them in the… Continue Reading
Dos Pueblos High Students Win Big in National ‘Lights, Camera, Save!’ Banking Competition
Two students from Dos Pueblos High have won a financial literacy video contest. It was a nationwide… Continue Reading
Voting Begins on Summer Solstice Festival Poster
Voting is underway for the Summer Solstice poster. It will be chosen by the public and the Solstice… Continue Reading
Election Deadline for Candidates has Arrived
Candidates who want to be on the June ballot have reached a deadline. Soon the ballot will be… Continue Reading
UC Santa Barbara Asks the Public for Input on New Downtown Location
A newly purchased building by UC Santa Barbara is available for use in downtown. The public has been asked for… Continue Reading
Many Leases Are Up for Renewal This Year at the Santa Barbara Waterfront
14 leases are up for renewal at the Santa Barbara Waterfront in 2026. The Waterfront Department says it usually has 100 percent… Continue Reading
Library Love Comes with Special Notes, Free Ice Cream and Bilingual Job Seekers Meeting Employers in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Job seekers who can speak two languages, preferable Spanish, came together for some possible employment… Continue Reading
A Cleaner Look & Economic Goals Happening in Downtown Santa Barbara
Since September a stepped up plan to clean downtown has been underway. This includes trash removal and power… Continue Reading
‘Soltopia’ To Take Over as New Isla Vista Community Spring Event
The new Soltopia will be held in an Isla Vista park setting on April 4. It will be a permitted even… Continue Reading
Tax Increase Options Could be Going to Santa Barbara Voters This Year
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – On Tuesday, Santa Barbara will consider 2026 ballot measures to increase funds as it faces upcoming financial… Continue Reading
Isla Vista Looking to Replace Deltopia with Alternative Event
A proposed Spring Festival is in the works for Isla Vista. It is going through a county… Continue Reading
Drivers Get a Double Dose of New Roundabouts in Goleta
An informative video has been provided to help drivers using the two new Goleta roundabouts. The changes are on Hollister Ave. by Hwy… Continue Reading
Habitat Santa Barbara Opening “ReStore” This Summer in Santa Barbara
The Habitat Restore will be coming to downtown Santa Barbara. It is expected to open this… Continue Reading
Rori’s Rewards Library Lovers with a Free Scoop
Rori's is offering a free scoop of ice cream with a library card. The offer is good through the month of… Continue Reading
George Thorogood and Pat Benatar Join Two-Day ONE805Live! Event
The ONE805 live show will be a two day event this year. It will raise money for mental wellness for first… Continue Reading
Much Needed Dredging Coming to the Sandy Santa Barbara Channel Entrance
The Santa Barbara waterfront says dredging could take place in mid-March to open up a larger entrance after the sand buildup from the recent storms. … Continue Reading
Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue Actively Recruiting To Continue To Be Ready Around The Clock
Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue is recruiting. The team is on call around the… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara County Plans Tougher Actions on Illegal Food Vendors
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) - The proliferation of illegal food vendors in Santa Barbara County has been a challenge for government leaders… Continue Reading
Goleta Leaders Talk Housing Solutions For Those Living in Their Vehicles
A People Living in Vehicles meeting is working on homelessness in Goleta. It is coordinated with SB… Continue Reading
Race for Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder, Assessor Underway with Melinda Greene Filing for the Post
Melinda Greene launched her campaign for Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder, Assessor. She is a 30-year veteran with the… Continue Reading