Goleta kickstarts holiday season with new online business directory
Now that the city of Goleta has released its free online business directory called Good Land Good Shopping, Anthony Estrella, owner of 9 Round…
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Vintage stores rally to encourage local shopping for early holiday gifts
A vintage crawl is set for this weekend in Santa Barbara with a collection of businesses promoting the event together. It’s part of a local early…
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Goleta gets its first zero-waste refill store
Zero-waste refill stores are popping up all over Southern California, and Goleta just got its first…
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Gas prices drop suddenly on Central Coast
Average gas prices are dropping nationwide, including Santa Barbara and Ventura…
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New bike path connecting Santa Barbara’s Westside to its Downtown area currently under construction
A bike plan to connect the Santa Barbara’s Westside to the Downtown area is currently under…
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Lotusland: World renowned garden launches campaign to raise $30 million during 30th anniversary in Montecito
This year marks a special anniversary and a new campaign for Lotusland, a world renowned garden in Montecito.…
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Valuable services and information all under one roof for annual Senior Expo in Santa Barbara
The Senior Expo attracts hundreds to the Earl Warren Showgrounds. It features services and exhibits for seniors in Santa Barbara…
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Splash Cafe to close San Luis Obispo restaurant, expand bakery, catering and online sales
Splash Cafe has announced it will close its San Luis Obispo restaurant later this month in order to focus more its bakery and local and national…
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SLO County DA files civil suit against Carquest Auto Parts for alleged consumer protection violations
The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday that it has filed a civil lawsuit against Carquest Auto Parts for alleged…
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Orcutt hosts demonstration to promote electric landscaping tools as state gas-powered equipment restrictions approach
With state restrictions for gas-powered landscaping equipment set to take effect in the near future, Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control…
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The Cuyama Valley launches a carrot boycott
Farmers and ranchers take aim at Bolthouse and Grimmway, the carrot corporations that are suing all other landowners over water…
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13 cruise ships to visit Santa Barbara waters for the fall season
This fall, 13 cruise ship stops are set in Santa Barbara. Most have a capacity of around…
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Skimming device discovered at Santa Barbara County gas station
The Department of Weights and Measures of the Santa Barbara County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office issued a press release after finding a…
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Fast food workers up and down the Central Coast celebrate recent increase in their minimum wage
Starting in April 2024, California’s minimum wage for fast-food workers will increase to $20 per…
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The Patch returns for another fall season in Santa Maria Valley
The Patch is back this fall season for pumpkin lovers and those celebrating halloween festivities.…
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Popular Central Coast cinnamon roll shop keeps prices low despite inflation
The price of baking essentials has increased because of inflation in recent years, causing some local bakeries to adjust their prices. Luckily, Old…
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Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network calling community to Wild Night Out
The Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network’s annual fundraising benefit is returning for another year, and the organization is counting on the community…
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2023 California Arts Council announces Artist Fellows of Santa Barbara County
The 2023 California Arts Council Artist Fellows of Santa Barbara County have been…
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Employers hoping to fill jobs at Pacifica Graduate Institute career fair
The Pacifica Graduate Institute Alumni Association (PGIAA) is hosting a free career fair on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., giving locals a chance…
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Santa Barbara region experiences summer economic post-pandemic plateau
After two years of an economic boost post-pandemic, the Santa Barbara region is experiencing a decline in reported summer hotel stays and retail…
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