News Releases Archives

Band Submissions Now Open for Atascadero’s 2026 Summer Concert Series

December 10, 2025 4:39 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Atascadero regarding submissions for their 2026 Summer Concert Series! ATASCADERO, Calif. – The City of… Continue Reading

City of Goleta Announces Winners of Annual Window Decorating Contest

December 10, 2025 4:04 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Goleta regarding the winners of their annual Window Decorating Contest! GOLETA, Calif. – Drumroll… Continue Reading

City of Santa Barbara Appoints New City Attorney

November 18, 2025 3:17 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Santa Barbara regarding the appointment of their new City Attorney, John Doimas SANTA BARBARA, Calif. –… Continue Reading

Goleta Holiday Parade Window Decorating Contest is Back!

November 11, 2025 1:08 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Goleta regarding the return of their annual Holiday Parade Window Decorating Contest in Old Town… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara County selects Garrett Huff as new fire chief

November 7, 2025 3:22 pm News Channel 3-12

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Santa Barbara County selected Garrett Huff as its new fire chief, succeeding former chief Mark Hartwig, starting on Dec. 8.… Continue Reading

City of Goleta Delays Opening of Splash Pad at Jonny D. Wallis Neighborhood Park

November 3, 2025 2:36 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from The City of Goleta regarding the delayed opening of a Splash Pad at Jonny D. Wallis Neighborhood Park GOLETA,… Continue Reading

“Ellwood Mesa: Beyond the Bluffs” Premieres Sunday, November 16th at First Time Film Festival in Goleta

October 30, 2025 12:24 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the city of Goleta regarding a new short film at the first-ever Wild and Free Film Festival. GOLETA, Calif. – The… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara County Departments of Behavioral Well Encourage Social Media Break with “NoSo November”

October 27, 2025 1:47 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness regarding the launch of "NoSo November." SANTA BARBARA… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara South Coast Lodging Properties Offer 30% Off Overnight Stays for Local Residents

October 27, 2025 1:20 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from Visit Santa Barbara regarding upcoming lodging deals for South Coast Residents. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – As the… Continue Reading

San Luis Obispo County Warns CalFresh Recipients May See Benefit Interruptions in November Due to Federal Government Shutdown

October 22, 2025 4:14 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the San Luis Obispo County Department of Social Services regarding possible delays in CalFresh benefits for eligible… Continue Reading

Popular Restaurant Chain Chick-fil-A Eyes Atascadero for New Location

October 21, 2025 1:39 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Atascadero regarding the development announcement of a new Chick-fil-A location ATASCADERO, Calif.… Continue Reading

County Health Department Issues General Rain Advisory for Local Beaches

October 14, 2025 11:22 am News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from County of Santa Barbara Health Department regarding a General Rain Advisory for local beaches. SANTA BARBARA,… Continue Reading

SLO County Fire Department to Focus on Battery Safety for Fire Prevention Week

October 6, 2025 12:35 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the SLO County Fire Department reminding the community to be cautious of lithium-ion batteries during Fire Prevention… Continue Reading

Vista Real Charter High School Celebrates 20 Years of Personalized Learning in Ventura County

October 3, 2025 6:13 pm Alissa Orozco

OXNARD, Calif. (KEYT) – Vista Real Charter High School celebrated its 20th anniversary with a multi-day celebration in Oxnard this week. Known as… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara County Voters to Receive Voter Information Guides and Encouraged to Verify Registration

September 29, 2025 1:32 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from Santa Barbara County regarding voter information for the upcoming Statewide election on Nov. 4th. SANTA BARBARA,… Continue Reading

Free Wi-Fi Internet access expanded at Santa Maria parks and facilities

September 20, 2025 11:38 am News Channel 3-12

SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) – The City of Santa Maria is expanding its free Wi-Fi and internet access across multiple areas. Below is a press… Continue Reading

Creek Week 2025 To Begin This Weekend in Goleta

September 17, 2025 4:34 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Goleta regarding the start of Creek Week, starting Saturday, September 20th. GOLETA, Calif. – The… Continue Reading

Non-Profit “Solvang Danish Days Foundation” Announces 2025 Danish Days Grand Marshals: Brenda and Mark Anderson

September 15, 2025 3:16 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from The Solvang Danish Days Foundation regarding the announcement of the 2025 Danish Grand Marshals, Brenda and Mark… Continue Reading

Multiple Extended Weekend Full Closures on State Route 33 at North Fork Matilija Creek Bridge

September 15, 2025 1:34 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from CalTrans regarding the extended closure on State Route 33. VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. – The California Department of… Continue Reading

City of Santa Barbara Announces New Public Works Director, Launches Water Resources Department

September 11, 2025 5:06 pm News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the City of Santa Barbara regarding the appointment of their new Public Works Director and creation of a Water… Continue Reading