How Census Bureau ending field count one month early will impact Santa Maria
The Census Bureau announced that field data collection will end a month earlier than originally…
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PCPA postpones beginning of next theater season
The Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) has decided to delay the opening of its 57th season, due to the ongoing coronavirus…
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Mentor programs merge to help Santa Barbara County kids
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The ‘Big Brothers’ and ‘Big Sisters’ program merged with the mentoring program operated by The Council on Alcoholism and Drug…
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Loss of Fiesta Mercados is loss of funding for nonprofits
Losing the traditions of Fiesta this year is a major hit for Santa Barbara and that includes the popular food booths at the…
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Santa Barbara County nearing COVID test rationing
False negative test results and the potential for COVID-19 test rationing are the latest challenges during the…
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Santa Maria Elks Rodeo officially canceled
Elks Recreation announces the 77th annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade has been canceled, but at same time, announce the creation of a new…
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Look for the Helpers: ‘Computers for Families’ helps people stay connected during the pandemic
Many families in Santa Barbara County are able to bring technology and internet into their homes, thanks to a generous…
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California Mid-State Fair announces 2020 Virtual Still Exhibit results
The California Mid-State Fair announced the results for this year’s first-ever Virtual Still Exhibit…
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Santa Barbara Art Works gallery begins Virtual Arts Market
Downtown arts gallery, Santa Barbara Art Works, is holding a virtual arts market. It will support the gallery’s 25 residents with developmental…
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SB Latino Giving Circle hopes to help crucial causes for local Latinos
The group works to support local Latino-led organizations and address ongoing issues that the community is…
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COVID-19: Doctors discuss face masks vs. face shields
Doctors with Marian Regional Medical Center are seeing more people wearing plastic shields instead of face masks during the COVID-19…
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Special Fiesta 2020 float is being driven around Santa Barbara
Float builder drives around Fiesta 2020 float in Santa Barbara.…
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Youth sports now allowed to practice, but with restrictions
Youth sports are now allowed to resume activities under new state guidelines, which include several restrictions, including no competitions between…
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Fiesta La Misa gives Santa Barbara a spiritual uplifting during Old Spanish Days
The Fiesta La Misa was held outside of the Old Mission Santa Barbara church to comply with COVID-19 rules.…
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Grande cascarones becomes public art piece during Old Spanish Days
A giant cascarones public art piece has been brought out for Old Spanish Days 2020. It is at State St. and De la Guerra. (Photo: John…
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The Dancing Goes On: Modified Fiesta Pequeña kicks off Old Spanish Days 2020
This year the uplifting dancing and music moved from the Old Mission steps to TV Hill overlooking Santa…
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“Traditional design” selected for future Goleta train depot
The Goleta City Council held a Special Meeting on August 5, to hear an update on the Goleta Train Depot project and select a design theme for the…
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Santa Barbara County Public Health urges community to avoid Fiesta gatherings
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department is asking members of the community to avoid large gatherings and celebrations during this year’s…
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Fiesta Pequeña kicks off tonight on TV Hill
Fiesta Pequeña, the first of many Old Spanish Days events, will be held Wednesday, August 5 on TV Hill in Santa…
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San Luis Obispo County preparing to cut 28 positions due to budget shortfall
The County of San Luis Obispo is expected to cut 28 full-time equivalent positions to help close a major budget…
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