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SANTA YNEZ, Calif. — The long-awaited Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center will officially open its doors to the public on Thursday, May 15, at 3500 Numancia St. in Santa Ynez.

Claudine Raud-Gumiel excels in the heptathlon, leading after day one of the Big West Multis, while Ryan Gregory ranks second in the decathlon. Raud-Gumiel achieved notable career-best marks, earning her a substantial 180-point lead over the defending champion, Jolie Robinson. Gregory matched his personal records,...

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A Hollywood movie studio was in Santa Barbara this month filming scenes for a movie called “The Keeper of the Bees.” The filming, as you might expect, involved those little critters. “A unique property being used is a consignment of 60 hives of bees, with an expert apiarist...

In a town known for its beauty, culture, and community spirit, Opal Restaurant and Bar has earned its place as one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved dining institutions. Nestled in the upper State Street corridor, Opal has been a warm, welcoming presence for locals and visitors alike for more than two decades—offering...

A car went off the side of Highway 1 one mile west of Highway 101 in Santa Barbara County and started a fire, according to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.

FULLERTON, Calif. - Despite falling behind early, the UC Santa Barbara Softball team (30-24, 17-10 Big West) again showed grit and resilience in a come-from-behind 6-2 win over No. 1 seed Cal State Fullerton. The Gauchos plated three runs in the fifth and three runs in the sixth to advance in the elimination bracket...

This story originally appeared in the Santa Barbara Green Guide 2025/26,. a collaboration publication between ‘Santa Barbara Independent’ and ‘Bluedot Living‘. Phil and Lora Clarke reject the idea that environmental advocacy sits solely on the shoulders of younger generations. “People think, ‘We’re retired, so we...

A steady stream of traffic passed along Hollister Avenue as Pete Jimenez stood outside Goleta Barbers, talking with a reporter and waving a hello to every fifth car that went by. He was explaining the concept that won the highest grant awarded to Old Town businesses in the City of Goleta’s Pride of Place program and...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The City of Santa Barbara shut down the historic La Casa De La Raza building on Friday, citing safety concerns and code violations. Dangerous building conditions at 601 E. Montecito Street have made continued operation of the building unsafe, according to a statement from the city of Santa...