SB County Animal Services launches “Beat the Heat” spay, neuter campaign
A “Beat the Heat” campaign kicked off Wednesday in Santa Barbara County — and we’re not talking about the weather.…
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Pristine parcel above Summerland sold; farming wins over development
It appears a second pristine parcel in Santa Barbara County has been saved from potential development, in as many months.…
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Homeless programs redirecting those in need to permanent housing in Santa Barbara County
The recent Isla Vista temporary housing project has resulted in 27 people transitioning to permanent housing. The homes are now in…
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Moby Dick gets a fresh paint job and a more loving image on Stearns Wharf
The Moby Dick painting on Stearns Wharf is getting a fresh look after months of weather damage. It’s been one of the most photographed sites on the…
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The unsung heroes of Cottage Health’s mass vaccination effort
Chances are you or someone you know participated in Cottage Health’s COVID-19 Community Vaccine Drive-Thru Clinic in Goleta.…
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2021 Golden Leaf Award presented to Santa Barbara Ecological and Edible Garden Project
The Garden Project comprises a network of community gardens that promote biodiversity, increase access to locally grown food and foster a connection…
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House damaged in Montecito mudslides moved to new lot as neighborhood recovery continues
The move from the bottom of the hill to the top of the property is just one project in the neighborhood that is still recovering from the devastation…
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Local lifeguards impress at nationwide competition
Three South Coast lifeguards impressed at the national lifeguard competition.…
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San Luis Obispo working toward restoring Laguna Lake with two-week project
The City currently plans to repeat the dredging once every other year to maintain the lake and improve water quality. This maintenance program will…
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Santa Maria residents upset over removed trees at Crossroads Shopping Center
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – Nearly a dozen trees are being removed at a shopping center in Santa Maria this…
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Caldor fire evacuees return early to Carpinteria in smoke filled end to vacation
A Carpinteria family is back safely after evacuating from a summer vacation when the recent Caldor fire erupted in the Northern Sierra Nevada range…
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Santa Barbara Airport seeing increase in noise complaints
With more flights landing at the Santa Barbara Airport, there’s even more noise for nearby…
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Family of 3 found dead in remote California hiking area
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Authorities say a Northern California family of three that had been reported missing was found dead Tuesday along with the…
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Evenings at Elings brings spacious, outdoor concerts to new Santa Barbara venue
Evenings at Elings is providing an outdoor event for the community members to enjoy the fall nights in Santa Barbara.…
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Santa Maria soccer stars taking talents to next level
For over a decade, Rene Pacheco and Christian Jimenez have taken home titles, awards and accolades on the soccer…
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New committee looks at the future of downtown Santa Barbara and its promenade
A new committee is looking at the long range plans for the State St. promenade in Santa Barbara. The first meeting has just been held. There are 15…
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New MTD routes up and running as the public and students are on the move again
The new MTD transit schedule is in place to handle increasing passengers including a higher student load. The downtown, waterfront and Seaside…
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Drinks at Dusk event takes place at Old Mission Santa Barbara
For the first time in two years, the Old Mission Santa Barbara hosted its annual summer happy hour event, Drinks at…
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Sacramento attorney weighs in on Coleman double-murder case
Mark Reichel, a criminal defense attorney specializing in state and federal cases, is among legal experts weighing in on the Matthew Taylor Coleman…
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Channel Island Expeditions now taking on new adventures out of the Santa Barbara harbor
Channel Islands Expeditions is now operating out of the Santa Barbara Harbor from Sea…
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