Tuesday marks 79th Anniversary of Japanese sub attack on Ellwood Oil Fields
February 23 is a date that likely stays in the minds of old-timers in our area.The date marks the 79th Anniversary of the “attack” on the Ellwood oil…
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Giant red stiletto off 101 near Ventura gives commuters something to ponder
Drivers leaving Ventura on the 101 and heading toward Santa Barbara are likely to notice something red and do a…
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State Street promenade plans expected to extend out to fall in Santa Barbara
The city said the current ongoing public health orders prohibit many businesses from operating indoors, and the outside seating has proven to be…
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Community members show support for loved ones who endured pandemic at Lompoc prison
Advocacy groups and family members of inmates expressed their support for incarcerated individuals at Ryon Memorial Park in Lompoc this…
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1st clone of US endangered species, a ferret, announced
Scientists have cloned the first U.S. endangered species, a black-footed ferret duplicated from the genes of an animal that died over 30 years…
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Children’s Park in Isla Vista looking for public’s help in new design
The Children’s Park in Isla Vista is planning to get a facelift. The Isla Vista Recreation and Parks District are looking public comments in the…
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Oceano Dunes, Pismo State Beach reopen to off-road riding, camping on premises after pandemic closure
Off-road riding and camping is allowed at the Oceano Dunes and Pismo State Beach Friday after closing down for almost a year due to the COVID-19…
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Santa Barbara brothers raise money to help students access wifi during distance learning
Brothers and water polo players at San Marcos High, Jaden Lind and Jordan Lind are used to giving back to both their own community and communities…
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Street sweeping resumes with warnings in Santa Barbara prior to tickets next week
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – After being sidelined since December due to COVID-19 rules, street sweepers are rolling again in Santa Barbara. That means…
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Parking passes will be available for Goleta residents during ‘Deltopia’
GOLETA, Calif. – The City of Goleta is hoping to keep parking under control when the Isla Vista “Deltopia” event takes place as expected in April. It…
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Santa Barbara County residents 65 and older now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
People 65 and older are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in Santa Barbara County starting Tuesday, February 16.…
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New e-bike demo program rolling out in Santa Barbara County
A new electric bicycle demo program operated through the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Traffic Solutions division is rolling into…
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League of Women Voters of SLO County to provide accurate description on Oso Flaco Improvement Project
The League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County has a virtual meeting Monday to discuss a proposed plan, and an environmental review of the Oso…
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Pandemic doesn’t stop crowds from visiting Santa Barbara restaurants on Valentine’s Day
With only outdoor dining allowed in Santa Barbara County, local restaurants are filled with reservations on Valentine’s…
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Pandemic not slowing down SoCal ski season
Even in a pandemic, ski season is in full swing throughout Southern…
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Caltrans crews work through light rain and President’s Day on Hwy 1 repairs
Caltrans crews are scheduled to continue working extended shifts through the long President’s Day weekend on a storm-damaged section of Hwy 1 in Big…
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Valentine’s Day comes early at Franklin Elementary School in Santa Barbara
Valentine’s Day came early this year — safely — for students at Franklin Elementary School.…
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Hiking popularity rises as social distancing rules continue
A Run Repeat and AllTrails’ study found hiking across the Unites States was up in 2020 171.36%. And the number of individual hikers increased in…
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Elementary school reopenings more likely even with ongoing COVID-19 tier and vaccine issues
The Santa Barbara County demand for vaccines is higher than the demand. The county says it is ready to administer 15,000 a…
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Wildlife hospital plans becoming a reality in Goleta with more fundraising underway
The Wildlife Care Network is beginning construction of a new animal hospital in…
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