Santa Barbara Public Market sold
The sale is estimated to be about $10 million.…
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City of Goleta temporarily limits in-person services
Due to a recent spike in local COVID-19 cases, Goleta set limitations on in-person services to go into effect…
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Rush to get home COVID kits has early risers waiting at store doors
The rush for COVID home kits has customers showing up early in the morning at area stores. In some cases, supplies are sold out in…
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Dredge arrives in Santa Barbara harbor to clear sand at shallow entrance
The Santa Barbara harbor will be protected from clogging with the arrival of a dredge to move out tons of sand at the entrance. The work takes place…
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Australian Walkabout opens Saturday at the Santa Barbara Zoo
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Australian Walkabout at the Santa Barbara Zoo opens this weekend in what used to be the old elephant exhibit.   The…
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Local businesses prepare for California’s minimum wage increase
Local businesses prepare for California’s minimum wage…
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After Christmas sales give customers another price break and retailers another chance to finish 2021 strong
After Christmas sales could be a big retail boost to the end of 2021. Customers will benefit…
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Santa Maria City Council to discuss zoning changes for proposed housing development at Hi-Way Drive-in site
Santa Maria City Council will discuss zoning changes tonight for the proposed housing development at the site of Hi-Way Drive-In.…
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Trend shows 20 and 30 year-old buyers are boosting business at vintage stores on Central Coast
Vintage and thrift store customers are trending into the 20’s and 30’s these days and owners say fashion and jewelry are the most popular…
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Santa Maria Valley Chamber promotion encouraging shoppers to buy local, earn chance to win cash prizes
A Santa Maria Valley Chamber promotion is encouraging shoppers to make their holiday purchases locally this month by offering cash prizes for people…
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Thomas towing delivers trucks of toys to Unity Shoppe after Goleta and Santa Barbara Sunday drive
Thomas towing held a toy drive throughout Santa Barbara and Goleta Sunday. They were delivered to the Unity Shoppe Monday. This effort began in…
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Mission Linen Supply donates new jackets to those in need
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Dozens of men experiencing homelessness will receive a new jacket this holiday…
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State Attorney General Rob Bonta travels to Santa Barbara to offer holiday consumer tips and warnings
The Unity Shoppe in Santa Barbara was the backdrop for a high-profile visit Tuesday by California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta.…
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State funding future, cannabis income concerns emerge in advance planning for Santa Barbara County budget
Cannabis income may slow down in Santa Barbara County due to the increase in the product throughout California. Overall the Santa Barbara County…
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2021 Milpas Holiday Parade will also be an economic boost for the Eastside community
The Milpas Holiday Parade called a Neon Navidad, takes place Saturday Dec. 11 starting at 5:30 p.m. in Santa Barbara. It is expected to be an…
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Street vendors may face new rules in Santa Barbara
Street vendors in Santa Barbara are expected to be facing new rules in the future. Exceptions will be made during Old Spanish…
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Three Santa Barbara radio stations to go off air this week for tower updating project
A monopole radio tower on Yanonali St. will be modified in a project this week in Santa Barbara. Three stations will be off the air during the…
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Second hand gifts may make best first impression this holiday season
Thrift shops are seeing an increase in holiday shopping business from customers worried about the supply chain issues. Many people say they are…
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Auto designers charged up over new vehicles featured at the LA Auto Show
The LA Auto show is featuring new vehicle designs and electric…
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Goleta launches e-gift card website for local businesses ahead of the holiday shopping season
On GoodLandGoodShopping.com a sender can choose how much money the gift card is worth, what the wrapping will look like and even send a personalized…
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