The Charming Mountain Tavern In California That Feels Frozen In Time
Some places exist outside the normal flow of time, like they’ve made a private arrangement with the universe to just stay put while everything else rushes forward. Cold Spring Tavern in Santa Barbara, California, is one of those places, a mountain hideaway that’s been serving travelers since the 1860s and seems...
Offshore drilling restarts near Santa Barbara as memories of previous oil spills prompt concerns
Controversial offshore drilling was restarted near the Santa Barbara coastline as lingering memories of previous oil spills in the area prompted concern.
Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Deputy Stabbed During Welfare Check at Goleta Housing Site
A Santa Barbara County sheriff’s deputy was stabbed early Friday morning while responding to a welfare check in Goleta, authorities said. Deputies were dispatched shortly after midnight to La Posada, an interim supportive housing community in the 4500 block of Hollister Avenue, after a man called emergency dispatch...
City hiring for summer parks and rec jobs
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for several summer positions to support camps, aquatics, and event facilities. These seasonal jobs help run programs during the busy summer months and offer work experience for teens and young adults.
The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Celebrates 23 Family Self-Sufficiency Graduates
The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) recently celebrated 23 graduates who completed the organization’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program. These 23 graduates have a combined escrow of $578,608.93 and an average income increase of $43,007. Of this group, seven are no longer receiving housing...
Cool off at Goleta Valley Library Express
The Goleta Valley Library Express invites residents to beat the heat with their library card. Visitors can enjoy inspiring reads, shows like Ted Lasso, and pick up free seeds to plant.
UC Santa Barbara hall evacuated following threats
Alleged criminal threats led to the evacuation on Thursday of a 49,900 gross-square-foot building on the UC Santa Barbara campus. [KEYT]. While investigating the threats, authorities ordered the evacuation of Henley Hall, which houses UCSB’s Institute for Energy Efficiency. University officials sent out two warnings...
Drop Off Mattresses and Box Springs for Free at Three Santa Barbara County Locations
SANTA MARIA – The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) recently welcomed three new Bye Bye Mattress sites in Santa Barbara County. These locations now offer no-cost drop off of mattresses and box springs (including futon mattresses) for state residents and businesses. Marborg Santa Maria, located at 1850 West Betteravia...
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show Returns With Rare Blooms & Immersive “Orchid Escape” Theme
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is back in town, bringing thousands of vibrant and rare orchids to the Central Coast and drawing visitors from across the country to Santa Barbara. The event will be held at the Earl Warren Showgrounds from March 20 through March 22, 2026, with doors...
Spanish Ranch in Cuyama Valley Gains Permanent Protection
A 5,650-acre cattle ranch in the Cuyama Valley has gained permanent protection, according to the California Rangeland Trust. El Rancho Español de Cuyama, commonly referred to as Spanish Ranch, is located about 35 miles east of Santa Maria and spans both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. The...
