Paddle-out memorial held for “True Waterman” Tom Land
OXNARD, Calif.-Hundreds of people took part in a paddle-out memorial service for local fisherman and surfer Tom Land. Friends called him a “True…
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Mammoth begins New Year with new six-seater chairlift
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. -The scene outside Canyon Lodge looks a bit like Coachella on Friday and Saturdays as the lifts close. It’s actually the Après…
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Santa Barbara International Film Festival honors actor Ryan Gosling with Kirk Douglas Award
The Santa Barbra International Film Festival (SBIFF) honored actor Ryan Gosling with the Kirk Douglas Award during a black tie fundraiser at the…
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Solvang Julefest to conclude with Christmas Tree Burn
SOLVANG, Calif.-This time last year heavy rain and saturated trees led to the cancellation of the traditional Solvang Christmas Tree Burn, but this…
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Day of Service Blood Drive: Donations needed as blood supplies fall to low levels
News Channel 3-12, along with Vitalant, is once again teaming up this month to hold the 6th Annual Day of Service Blood…
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New Year’s Eve with The Symphony fills the Granada Theatre
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Santa Barbara Symphony fans enjoyed a evening of pop, rock, Broadway and classical music at the Granada Theatre on New Year’s…
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Coastal areas warned of tidal overflow and high surf on the way
Montecito waves could be the highest seen in years this week with a combination of ocean swells and the high…
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GoFundMe, and concert benefits The Molly Ringwald Project drummer Lasse Bertelsen
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — A GoFundMe and a benefit concert took place for a local drummer with stage 4 prostate cancer. Sarah Sheppard organized a…
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Thousands flock to Christmas Tree Lane or F Street in Oxnard
OXNARD, Calif.-Thousands of people have visited F Street this holiday season. And there is still time to check it out Neighbors in Oxnard’s Historic…
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Hula Holiday! theme shines bright during Parade of Lights in Ventura
VENTURA, Calif.-The Ventura Harbor is on the few harbors to host a parade of lights two nights in a row. The boats decked their decks to fit the Hula…
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People flock to see “Christmas Around the World” at the Reagan Library
SIMI VALLEY, Calif.-People are flocking to see Christmas Around the World Tree Exhibition at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum in…
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“Auschwitz, Not Long Ago. Not Far Away” exhibit continues through Jan. 28 at Reagan Library
SIMI VALLEY, Calif.-Some people are making a point of visiting an Auschwitz exhibit during Hanukkah. The exhibit entitled “Auschwitz, Not Long Ago.…
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Giant “Thomas Christmas Wreath” tradition continues
RENO, Nevada-Nothing could stop a family from keeping its giant wreath tradition alive in 2023. Despite undergoing chemotherapy Mark J. Thomas and…
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Zoppé Circus comes to town in Ventura
VENTURA, Calif.-An old world circus is visiting the coast. The Zoppé Family Circus circus starring Nino the clown is propelled by a central story…
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A special Mass schedule means there will be no midnight Mass at the Old Mission this Christmas Eve
St. Barbara Parish says the Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve will be moved up to 10 p.m. this year. The choir begins with carols starting at 9:30…
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Arroyo Grande publishes 2024 Winter and Spring Activity Guide online
The City of Arroyo Grande announced it has published the 2024 Winter and Spring Activity Guide online for community members to check…
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Comedian Jay Leno coming to help the Turner Foundation with funds for low income housing
The Village housing complex on the Santa Barbara Westside is on a list of properties The Turner Foundation operates in Santa Barbara County. …
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Santa Barbara Gay Men’s Chorus presents “A Midwinter Night’s Dream”
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.- Hundreds of people turned out to see the Santa Barbara Gay Men’s Chorus’ winter concert, “A Midwinter Night’s Dream.” Timothy…
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Paso Robles Recreation Services offers free family holiday fun at Centennial Park
Paso Robles Recreation Services is offering free family activities this holiday season at Centennial…
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Channel Islands Parade of Light show goes on
OXNARD, Calif.-The 57th Annual Parade of Lights happened on Saturday night despite some weather related events nearby. Smoke from a wind-driven fire…
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