California celebrates 1 millionth electric vehicle in the state
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California and Governor Gavin Newsom are pushing to get more electric vehicles on the road. In 2020, Governor Newsom announced…
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Farmers concerned about lack of rain during extremely dry winter season
Central Coast farmers are growing increasingly concerned about the continued lack of rain during the extremely dry winter…
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Strong President’s Day weekend travel could be an indicator of the Central Coast recovery ahead
President’s Day weekend travel expected to be an indicator of a tourism recovery going in to Spring and Summer. Masks are still required in some…
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Brasil Arts Cafe on State Street announces it is closing, last event scheduled for Feb. 27
Brasil Arts Cafe announced Sunday that the business is closing after almost nine years of serving home cooked Brazilian food, drinks and açai bowls…
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Pismo Beach continues parklet program, other cities looking at future of outdoor dining
Pismo Beach recently extended its parklet program for several more months, while several other Central Coast cities are looking at future plans for…
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Strawberry season begins in Santa Maria with growers hoping for a bumper crop
Strawberry season is now underway in the Santa Maria Valley with area growers hoping for a successful 2022…
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Mask mandate rule changes could help encourage retail and restaurant customers to come back
The COVID crisis has impacted restaurants significantly but some hope to come back with the new less-restrictive mask…
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Local businesses expecting positive impact with lifting of mask mandate
Local business owners and spiritual leaders are optimistic there will be a positive impact within the community with lifting of mask…
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Mask mandate rule changes come with caution in Santa Barbara County
The mask rules are changing but health officials urge the public to remain cautious around large gatherings. They say the virus is still present and…
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Uptown Starbucks opening soon at State and De La Vina
The newest Starbucks opening in Santa Barbara is at the site of the former Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. It’s a favorite spot for nearby Samarkand and…
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Goleta businesses remain open during Kellogg Ave. construction
The City of Goleta said that businesses will remain open during the pavement work from Hollister to Kellogg…
Continue ReadingThe labor shortage could lead to a recession next year
CNN, CNNBUSINESS Opinion by Gad Levanon for CNN Business Perspectives Over the past 12 months, US consumer prices rose by 7.5%, the highest rate in…
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Businesses get in person meetings on dining areas changes in Santa Barbara for fire access
Plans to improve the State Street promenade for safety access will include modifications in the next month to many dining areas. Some may lose a…
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Santa Barbara community steps up the pace for Keep the Beat Instrument Drive
A steady rhythm of musical donations is creating a cacophony of its own at Nick Rail Music during its annual collection drive with the Santa Barbara…
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State mask mandate rules changing but each county will decide how and when
The mask mandate in California will be relaxed on February 15, but each county will be making its own decision based on the current COVID numbers. …
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Street vendors face new rules but still have access around Santa Barbara
Street vendors with fruit slices, snacks, and even novelties hanging from their push carts, may soon find their favorite spots are off limits in…
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Goleta Coffee Company brews up its final cups this month
The Goleta Coffee Company is closing February 15th after 25 years. The owner is developing a bakery concept in another…
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Proposed changes by the state for solar customers drawing concerns
Proposed changes by California regulators could dramatically alter the solar energy market for current and future…
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Nick Rail’s ‘Keep the Beat Instrument Drive’ changes the tune for kids in need
A partnership between Nick Rail Music and the Santa Barbara Education Foundation is now in its 20th year, raising funds and collecting instruments…
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Homeless hotel plan ends for those in fire prone areas of Santa Barbara
A fire at a homeless camp destroys vegetation in Santa Barbara in late January near Milpas Street. Last year, some homeless were moved from…
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