Vineyard workers come together for a special health fair with food and music
A special wellness fair for Santa Barbara county vineyard workers takes place this weekend in Buellton. Managers say this fair helps with a…
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Sonos Inc. laid off more than one hundred employees Wednesday
On Wednesday, audio equipment manufacturer Sonos Inc. laid off more than one hundred of its employees, about six percent of its workforce.…
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Downtown Santa Barbara rides a summer wave of events into fall and winter activities
A street party for the Lobero Theatre Saturday is one of the positive moments for the summer season in downtown Santa Barbara. More events for fall…
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Free haircuts help students get ready for the new school year
Free haircuts were given out to students who attend the United Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County at two locations Monday. Barbers in the…
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Fundraiser Expo brings in rare and classic cars to help future vocational facility plans in Santa Barbara
The Community Hot Rod Project’s Auto Expo fundraiser is Sunday at Santa Barbara City College. It will raise money for a new vocational…
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Teen partners with architect in renovation project for Santa Barbara Police Activities League
Santa Barbara’s Police Activities League is in the process of transforming its Twelve35 Teen…
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Santa Barbara’s Greater Hispanic Chamber of Commerce highlights accomplishments during Fiesta
The Greater Santa Barbara Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hoping to highlight its accomplishments at a pre-Fiesta gathering. There have been many…
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New weekly outdoor market helping grow local flower industry
A new weekly outdoor market has just opened up with the purpose of helping grow the local flower industry in San Luis Obispo…
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Closed Rite Aid building in Carpinteria could be a new community and senior center
The closed Rite Aid building in Carpinteria could be a new community center. A city review and search for funding is underway for a possible…
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State Street downtown changes could feature different designs on different blocks
Some State Street plans in downtown Santa Barbara include a possible flat scape and small transit shuttles. The city is looking at suggestions for…
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Daily direct flights to Las Vegas from SLO County Airport return October and run until April 2025
The San Luis Obispo County Airport announced the reintroduction of daily direct flights to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas…
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Vineyard ventures return with some restrictions lifted in the Lake Fire zone
Wineries and tasting rooms have had a few less sips this week with the Lake fire, but the guests are now coming back with a fire shift away from the…
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Solvang hotel offering discounts to Lake Fire evacuees
A popular hotel in Solvang is receiving calls from residents affected by the massive Lake Fire this…
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‘So Much to Love’ campaign brings Santa Barbara into focus using photos from the general public
A new “So Much to Love” campaign has been launched in Santa Barbara. It will use photos from the general public as part of the outreach for the…
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Governor Newsom releases overdue State of the State message and says California is strong
California Governor Gavin Newsom releases his State of the State address in a video. He said California is meeting its…
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Creative ideas coming from the South Coast Chamber of Commerce on redesigning downtown Santa Barbara
The South Coast Chamber of Commerce is suggesting different concepts for different blocks in downtown Santa Barbara as the city looks at ways to…
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Premier American Credit Union helping teens gain financial literacy in Ventura
VENTURA, Calif. – A non-profit hosted a finance education course for teens in Ventura on Friday. Premier America Credit Union helps teens through…
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Local businesses shining bright amidst weekend excessive heat warning
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—Dessert lovers got a taste of Italy in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Downtown as Tondi Gelato’s James Haskins created…
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Dollar Tree store set to take over the recently closed 99 Cents only store in Santa Barbara
The Dollar Tree Store is replacing the just-closed 99 Cents only store in Santa Barbara. The expected opening will be in…
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New Santa Maria Valley Chamber leader ready to serve local business community
The new leader of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber is ready to help guide the local business community into what he believes will be a prosperous…
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