Amazon package warehouse coming to Santa Maria expected to deliver 800 new jobs
The City of Santa Maria has confirmed a much-discussed new package delivery warehouse coming to the city will be an Amazon facility.
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Santa Maria leaders discuss long-term plans at ‘State of the City’ address
The annual “State of the City” for the City of Santa Maria was held Tuesday evening at Allan Hancock College.
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First Ever Nite Life Car Show Expected to Boost Business in Downtown Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Downtown Santa Barbara will have some new horsepower Sunday. The NITE LIFE car club of Santa Barbara presents its first car show on State Street between Cota and De La Guerra. It’s a free event from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Support from the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association and
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Gino’s Sicilian Express Celebrates 30 Years with 99 Cent Pizza Slices
Gino’s Sicilian Express is celebrating 30 years with 99 cent slices of pizza. The downtown Santa Barbara location was running a line down the street all day.
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The Wave Transit Van is Rolling in New Ways to Get Around Carpinteria
The Wave is rolling through Carpinteria offering point to point rides. The service is free for a month then $3. a ride.
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Amtrak Commuter Train Gains Momentum & Aims for 200 Daily Riders
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner commuter train is getting increased riders and those who try it say it has saved them time and money. A special outreach at the Santa Barbara train station has taken place to continue to get the word out. It involved the Santa Barbara County Association of
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UC Santa Barbara Students Talk Career Goals in a Rapidly Changing World
UCSB students take on the new school year hoping their top career choices will be there for them at graduation. Some are concerned about AI and robotics.
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Banana Festival offers Port Tours
PORT HUENEME, Calif. (KEYT) When the Port of Hueneme hosts its annual Banana Festival it gives visitors a chance to tour the deep sea port by bus and boat. Usually the port is full of container ships with bananas and cars and more, but many are delayed by hurricane Polo. That gave folks on the
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Thousands Move Back to Isla Vista, Boosting Local Economy
Thousands of residents are moving in for the new school year at UCSB. It is a big economic boost for the area and nearby in Goleta.
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Surfliner Inn Project Faces Environmental Scrutiny in Carpinteria
The Surfliner Inn project in Carpinteria is up for a Planning Commission review. The Environmental Impact Report is on line.
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Food Crawl Through Carpinteria Raises Funds for Teen Scholarships
The Carpinteria Culinary Crawl raised money for scholarships. They will be honored in April by the Carpinteria Community Association.
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State Asked to Help Central Coast Prepare For a Possibly Very Wet Winter
The El Nino wet weather forecast is very high and Santa Barbara leaders are asking for state help on preparations. Work in advance will save millions of dollars in repairs after an event.
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Solvang Workers Strike Days Before Annual Danish Days
SOLVANG, Calif. (KEYT) – With the 89th Danish Days festival just days away, Solvang city workers went on strike. “They imposed a contract on us yesterday and we went on strike today, it is their timing, said Public Works Supervisor Johnathon Flynn. Workers represented by Teamsters Local 986 rejected the city’s offer on Monday night.
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Drivers React to Record High Diesel Prices
GOLETA, Calif. (KEYT) The latest AAA Fuel Prices report shows diesel fuel hitting a record high of $6.23 a gallon nationwide. It is much more in California where stations have neon signs showing diesel above $8. That is a record, too. In addition to global conflicts, California fuel costs are impacted by higher state environmental
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Coast Village Week Features Food and Drink Specials, Dog Events and Exotic Cars
For the 4th year, Coast Village week features meal deals, art specials, dog events and exotic cars.
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Corn-Based Ethanol Gas Launches in Goleta, And it Works For Many Vehicles
Corn based gas is cheaper and approved for many vehicles but mileage is down slightly for most drivers. E 85 is now available on the Central Coast and many drivers are saving on their gas bills each month.
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Summer Travel Showed Strong Signs But Weather Impacts Detoured Some Plans
Summer travel has shown a solid turnout in Santa Barbara. The hotel bed tax was higher that predicted in July.
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Summertime Music & Movie Events Remain Valuable Parts of Community Health
Summertime events have proven to create a healthier community. The Central Coast has had multiple concerts, late night outdoor films and festivals to bring people together and reduce stress.
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Thousands of Discounted Items Await DIYers & Builders at the Habitat ReStore
The Habitat ReStore has reopened in Santa Barbara. It has thousands of discounted items.
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More Train Service Could Be On Track For the 2028 Olympics
The Amtrak train service may expand for the 2028 Olympic games. The route could go beyond the Central Coast to King City and San Jose for Olympic fans.
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