Cal Poly, Hancock College announce partnership to offer bachelor’s degrees in Santa Maria
Cal Poly and Allan Hancock College announced an historic partnership Monday morning that will provide students with the opportunity to earn a…
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Green bagels are back as a St. Patrick’s Day treat
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Even bagel shops are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Jacks Famous Bagels and Coffee off Milpas in Santa Barbara and Jack’s…
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Carpinteria Grower Rodney Chow Remembered by Farmers and Friends
CARPINTERIA, Calif. – Farmers and friends are mourning the loss of longtime Carpinteria grower and community member Rodney Chow, who died Tuesday…
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LA Fire Survivors Receive Intellipure Air Filters from ShelterBox USA
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Santa Barbara-based nonprofit ShelterBox USA continues to assist fire survivors. ShelterBox volunteers and workers…
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Pismo Beach middle school students explore future job opportunities during annual career day
Hundreds of students at Judkins Middle School in Pismo Beach participated in its annual career day Friday…
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Channel Islands YMCA to open first-ever Transitional Housing Placement Program for former foster youth in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Channel Islands YMCA is excited to open the first-ever Transitional Housing Placement Program for former foster youth in…
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Santa Maria work crews reporting few impacts from heavy overnight rainfall
Despite receiving a heavy dousing of rain during the overnight hours, the Santa Maria Public Works Department is reporting minimal impacts caused by…
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Heavy Rain Soaks Santa Barbara Coast
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Do-it-yourself sandbag locations have opened for residents preparing for the storm. Station 7, located off Stanwood Drive…
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Solas Celebrates 30 Years With Live Irish Music at Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — One of the world’s finest Celtic ensembles is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Solas performed at the Lobero Theatre in…
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Santa Barbara Unified Board Approves Reductions, Spares Some Elementary Positions
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — After a nine-hour meeting, the Santa Barbara Unified School District Board voted to reduce and eliminate several positions…
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Grand Jury makes recommendations after evaluating County epidemic preparedness
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – On Wednesday, the 2024-2025 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury issued a report of its findings and recommendations…
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New ‘El Super’ market and additional stores planned for old Sears building at Santa Maria Town Center mall
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – Construction of a new market and retail space is being planned for the former Sears building located at the Santa Maria Town…
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Doctors Without Walls distributes more solar backpacks to those unhoused after successful launch in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – It’s been over a month since Doctors Without Walls introduced a solar backpack for unhoused individuals in Santa Barbara.…
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Vietnam Vet Richard Camacho honored for advocacy
VENTURA, Calif. – One of the co-founders of Vietnam Veterans of Ventura County is being recognized for his leadership. Ventura County Supervisors…
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Chinese national pleads guilty to flying modified drone over and taking pictures of Vandenberg SFB
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Yinpiao Zhou, a Chinese national arrested for flying a modified drone and taking aerial photos of Vandenberg Space Force Base…
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Tesla Cybertruck Pulled from Ventura Harbor by TowBoatUS
VENTURA, Calif. – TowBoatUS responded to an unusual request Monday afternoon, towing a Tesla Cybertruck out of Ventura Harbor. The driver, who was…
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How to Invest During Market Uncertainty, According to a Santa Barbara Financial Advisor
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Tim Tremblay of Tremblay Financial Services said he has guided countless clients through uncertain times like these. On…
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Local nonprofit organizations receive $468,000 in grant funding to help improve community health
Dignity Health Central Coast handed out $468,000 in grant funding to six community non-profit partnerships in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara…
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Santa Barbara Urgent Care Expands Hours for Patient Convenience
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – As the demand for healthcare in California grows, Sansum Clinic, part of Sutter Health, is working to improve convenience…
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Hundreds Gather to Celebrate Santa Maria Legend Jim Glines’ Life
Hundreds of people filled the Pacific Christian Center in Santa Maria Monday morning to honor local legend Jim Glines, who died recently on Feb.…
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