Buellton Wine and Chili Festival returns to the Santa Ynez Valley Sunday
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The 2025 Buellton Wine and Chili Festival is returning to the Santa Ynez Vally this Sunday at the Flying Flags RV Resort in…
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Student performers from “Hadestown: Teen Edition” in Santa Barbara preview their upcoming shows
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Lights Up Theatre Company’s production of “Hadestown: Teen Edition” is happening this weekend at the Marjorie Luke…
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ShelterBox USA hosts International Women’s Day Panel to celebrate Women’s Achievements
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – ShelterBox USA is celebrating International Women’s Day with a panel for women who will share their powerful stories of…
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The 77th Santa Barbara International Orchid Show returns to the Earl Warren Showgrounds
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The 77th Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is happening this weekend, March 7-9 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Show…
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Nine-year-old San Luis Obispo Muay Thai Star Ava Cano stopped by The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Nine-year-old San Luis Obispo Muay Thai Star Ava Cano and her father Mark Cano stopped by The Morning News Monday morning…
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Film “Fine Young Men” set to premiere at SBIFF tackles Machismo culture
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Director and star of the movie Hombre Íntegros (Fine Young Men) came on The Morning Show to preview their film that will…
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Shocking Documentary ‘Spring of the Vanishing’ Unveils Mexico’s Disappearance Crisis at SBIFF
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The world premiere of Spring of the Vanishing is set to take place Monday night at the Santa Barbara International Film…
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Oscar-Nominated ‘September 5’ Filmmakers to Appear at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — September 5 tells the story of how an ABC Sports broadcasting crew had to pivot to cover the deadly hostage crisis…
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“Out of Plain Sight” Premieres at SBIFF, Exposes Hidden Ocean Pollution Crisis
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — More than half of the films showcased at the 40th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) were directed by…
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15th Annual Teen Star Finale: Celebrating Talent and Community in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The highly anticipated 15th annual Teen Star finale is set to take center stage this Sunday, February 2, at the Marjorie…
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San Marcos High School Seniors preview upcoming Wizard of Oz performance on The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — A yellow brick road leads to San Marcos High School this weekend. Their production of “Wizard of Oz” is Friday at 7pm and…
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Celebrating “Herb Day” in Santa Barbara: Creator of the iconic Egg McMuffin’s son stops by The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — On Tuesday, January 21st, the Santa Barbara community will commemorate the creator of the egg mcmuffin, the late Herb…
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ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray shares how they’re providing aid to those impacted by Los Angeles fires
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray shares how the organization is providing aid to those impacted by the wildfires…
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Ventura County Fire Department’s PIO shares how they’re preparing for strong Santa Anas
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Ventura County Fire Department’s Public Information Officer Andrew Dowd shared how they’re preparing for this week’s strong…
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National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Wofford shares latest on weather conditions
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Wofford joined News Channel Anchor Christa Kurkjian during the Midday broadcast…
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Director of Santa Barbara’s Prime Time Band previews their annual Holiday Concert and Sing-along
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Prime Time Band is putting on their Downtown Holiday Concert and Sing-Along Friday night. Director Paul Mori stopped…
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JD Slajchert discusses the charity edition of his novel “MoonFlower” and the LucStrong Foundation
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Novelist, Philanthropist, Public Speaker, and UCSB Basketball Alum JD Slajchert stopped by The Morning News. He discussed…
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Holidays at the Ranch: Preview of special festivities taking place at San Ysidro Ranch
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The iconic, award-winning San Ysidro Ranch Resort is the perfect choice for a holiday staycation or dinner this holiday…
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Santa previews 3rd Annual Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Holiday Lights Festival on The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — ‘Tis the season for holiday events and there are many to choose from this upcoming weekend. Andres Nuno dressed up as Santa…
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Cowboy Christmas returns to the Santa Ynez Valley
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Christmas is a time for celebration, and one event in the Santa Ynez Valley has returned with a unique family experience.…
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