“SEA” What’s Exciting & New In 2026 at Ventura Harbor Village
New Dining & Retail Experiences Bring Fresh Energy, Flavor & Fun To Sun-Kissed Seaside Destination. Ventura Harbor Village announces a wave of new visitor amenities in 2026. Situated just off scenic Highway 1 and the 101 freeway, the waterfront destination invites locals and travelers alike to take in the views and...
Sprawling Ranch-Style Multi-Parcel Estate With Ocean Views in Santa Barbara Listed for $3.295 Million
A ranch-style Santa Barbara home set on a rare multi-acre parcel has hit the market for $3.295 million. The home was built in 1957 and is located at 504 Los Verdes Drive. It sits on approximately three acres across multiple legal parcels near the Turnpike exit. The property offers ocean...
There’s a Lot More Than Wine and Cheese in This Village
On a summery Friday, as the sunset began to bathe the mountains in a dewy glow, I pulled up to Montecito Gourmet by Village Cheese and Wine with a friend to kick off the weekend and write about their new evening menu. It seemed like a pretty straightforward story. However, as I walked into the sleek interior, freshly...
When Trees Come Down: Inside Santa Barbara’s Urban Forest Debate
Trees evoke a lot of emotion. For some residents, a particular oak, eucalyptus, or stone pine becomes their tree — a calming presence of bark and green canopy that provides shade, beauty, permanence. You may not realize how much comfort it brings until the day that it’s gone.
Firefighters Respond to Gyrocopter Crash in Santa Ynez Valley
Emergency crews responded to a reported aircraft crash in the Santa Ynez Valley on Friday afternoon. At approximately 5 p.m., personnel from the Santa Barbara County Fire Department and the Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 900 block of Airport Road at the Santa Ynez Airport. A gyrocopter with...
Resident injured as fire destroys Sandpiper Mobile Home Park residence
A structure fire broke out at the Sandpiper Mobile Home Park early Saturday morning, March 14, destroying a home and leaving its occupant with moderate to severe burns. Local agencies — including the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office and American Medical...
Heat advisory and extreme heat watch for Lake Casitas
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the Lake Casitas area from 10 AM to 8 PM PDT on Monday, March 14. Temperatures are expected to reach between 82 and 98 degrees during this period.
Santa Barbara’s 40-Year-Old Metaphysical Bookstore Paradise Found Is Listed for Sale
After nearly 40 years in business and shaped by several owners over the decades, Paradise Found, the downtown Santa Barbara metaphysical bookstore, has been listed for sale. The listing presents an opportunity for a new owner to take over the long-running shop located in the city’s arts and theater district.
Gov. Newsom Appoints Buellton Mayor, David Silva, to CARB Board
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) is pleased to share that Buellton Mayor, David Silva — who also serves on APCD’s Board of Directors — earlier this week was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The announcement from the Governor’s Office can be...
Santa Barbara Unveils Design for Downtown Asphalt Art Project
The City of Santa Barbara released the design for an upcoming public street art project, which will transform the corner of State and Carrillo streets into a vibrant display inspired by Mixtec and Zapotec weaving patterns. The project is part of Bloomberg’s Asphalt Art Initiative, which selected the city as one of 10...
