Santa Barbara’s summer sporting events make a roaring return
Endurance events are back in action in Santa Barbara this…
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Notorious Summerland hillside illegal camp cleaned up after years of issues
They have been on a dangerous cliff between the freeway and the ocean for…
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Area near Oxnard now home to one of the largest energy storage sites in U.S.
An area just outside the city of Oxnard is hailed for a new, national distinction. The Saticoy Battery Storage Project is housing one of the largest…
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“Portable” theme park making its way to Santa Maria
You’ll need to buy a one-time ticket before entering the…
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Santa Maria man identified as person killed in off-roading crash at Oceano Dunes
One of the men was airlifted by helicopter to the hospital while the other was transported by ground ambulance.…
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Small gatherings prove just as strong and possibly safer for some during post-pandemic times
The Farmer & The Flea Summerland event brings people out post-Covid in a smaller setting, that may be a better fit for now. (Photo: John…
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UCSB Arts & Lectures brings back free Summer Cinema
The films are free and will screen on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. from July 1 through August 12 at the West Wind Drive-in in Santa…
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Santa Barbara County community commemorates lives lost to COVID-19
For those who have lost loves ones throughout the past pandemic year, it’s been especially hard to…
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Stolen boat now back in Santa Barbara harbor after multiple arrests
A stolen boat from the Santa Barbara harbor has been recovered in Lompoc. (photo: Commodore Andra Escola)…
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City of Goleta asking for input on Local Road Safety Plan; deadline is June 30
Leaders in Goleta are asking residents to give their input on the City’s Local Road Safety Plan…
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Danish Days returning to Solvang this fall
Planning is in its early stages but organizers say more details will be released in the coming weeks.…
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Summertime travelers on the Central Coast measuring how much they can take on
Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara will be among the places packed with summertime travelers. (Photo: John…
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Our Lady of Guadalupe mercado opens for Fiesta 2021
One of the most authentic and popular events during Old Spanish Days will open Friday, August 6 for Fiesta. Our Lady of Guadalupe is opening up its…
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Rancho Alegre donation to help fund new road named in honor of Scoutmaster killed in Montecito mudslide
A substantial anonymous financial donation to Camp Rancho Alegre and its Outdoor School will help fund the construction of a new road that will be…
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Stolen boat and suspects sought after Santa Barbara Youth Sailing vessel taken from harbor
A search for suspects is underway after the Santa Barbara Youth Sailing Foundation coach boat was stolen from the Santa Barbara…
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Santa Maria Rec and Parks: Dozens of volunteers team up to rejuvenate parks run down during pandemic
Dozens of volunteers are teaming up to rejuvenate city parks throughout Santa Maria.…
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Summer Solstice festivities sprout the ‘Bloom’ theme throughout Santa Barbara
The Summer Solstice celebration in Santa Barbara will include a virtual parade video and community decorations.…
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Santa Barbara City Council makes tweaks to outdoor dining setups
Some minor changes will be coming to parklets across Santa Barbara so they comply to the Americans with Disabilities Act…
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Urban Search and Rescue training held in San Luis Obispo
The USAR training took place at Bishop Peak in San Luis Obispo, a very popular hiking…
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Skatepark dreams may become a reality in Carpinteria
Supporters of a long-awaited skatepark in Carpinteria are making a push for community donations to finish off a project that has been on the wish…
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