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California EBT cards vulnerable to scams and thefts

October 5, 2023 5:17 pm Andrew Gillies

Santa Barbara County Department of Social Services detailed the nationwide issues stemming from benefits cards and provided links detailed below if…

Skimming device discovered at Santa Barbara County gas station

October 2, 2023 5:17 pm Andrew Gillies

The Department of Weights and Measures of the Santa Barbara County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office issued a press release after finding a…

Dogs walk with two-legged friends in Annual Walk Against Abuse

October 1, 2023 10:26 pm Tracy Lehr

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Dogs and their two-legged friends took part in the second annual Walk Against Abuse at Elings Park in Santa Barbara on Sunday.…

Popular Central Coast cinnamon roll shop keeps prices low despite inflation

September 29, 2023 1:23 pm Christa Kurkjian

The price of baking essentials has increased because of inflation in recent years, causing some local bakeries to adjust their prices. Luckily, Old…

Santa Barbara region experiences summer economic post-pandemic plateau

September 27, 2023 7:34 pm Ryder Christ

After two years of an economic boost post-pandemic, the Santa Barbara region is experiencing a decline in reported summer hotel stays and retail…

Santa Maria residents potentially facing another increase in water and sewer rates

September 26, 2023 11:21 am Dave Alley

Santa Maria residents and business owners may soon be facing another round of water and sewer rate…

Rep. Carbajal announces plan to combat climate change in free market way

September 25, 2023 6:02 pm Tracy Lehr

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24) visited the Community Environmental Council Hub to announce his plan to introduce The…

Higher gas prices hit the Central Coast, some areas see prices above $6 per gallon

September 14, 2023 12:50 pm Keith Carls

Gas prices on the Central Coast continue to rise, putting further financial pressure on commuters, truckers and local…

FDA panel calls congestion ingredient Phenylephrine “ineffective” in tablet form

September 13, 2023 7:49 pm Tracy Lehr

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Shopper Deborah Hunter said she has always wondered why her over-the-counter-congestion medicine didn’t work. So, when she…

SLO County partners with Santa Barbara County and “REACH” for Resilience Roadmap

September 13, 2023 7:39 pm Beth Farnsworth

Wednesday’s talk-back with San Luis Obispo County leaders featured Michael Foote, Project Manager for Regional Economic Action Coalition (REACH).…

Recent study ranks Santa Barbara most expensive city for happiness, measured by cost of living

September 13, 2023 5:19 pm Avery Elowitt

In Santa Barbara, happiness may come at a cost. A recent study by S Money found the American city with the highest cost of happiness is right here on…

Perla Batalla and Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara receive standing ovations

September 10, 2023 11:41 pm Tracy Lehr

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara wrapped up its free concert series on Sunday night. Grammy nominated singer Perla Batalla known…

Chumash Foundation donates over $70,000 to schools for technology improvements

September 8, 2023 11:10 am Avery Elowitt

The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation donated $72,000 to six local schools through its Technology in Schools Program.…

Summertime travel and dining held up on the Central Coast despite inflation concerns

September 1, 2023 11:52 am John Palminteri

Central Coast travel improved in the summer from a gloomy start to 2023. The upcoming fall season also has some attractive events including the lemon…