Carpinteria Woman Dies Suddenly, Leaving Behind Newborn Daughter
A GoFundMe campaign went up over the weekend for Adriana Gallardo, a Carpinteria woman who reportedly died suddenly on Saturday due to complications from a lung issue, her family said. Gallardo leaves behind a newborn daughter, Isabella, who was born last Wednesday. Gallardo’s sister, Monica, said on the GoFundMe...
P!NK to headline Concert for Cures at Petco Park
(FOX 5/KUSI) — Global performer P!NK was announced as this year’s headliner for San Diego’s Concert for Cures. The annual concert is organized by Curebound, a San Diego-based organization dedicated to cancer research, and ticket sales for the concert help fund that research. In 2025, legendary musician...
Enrollment drops as Buena’s music department faces uncertainty
For years, generations of talented musicians have graced Buena with their presence, winning competitions and awards, performing at concerts and supporting sports’ teams with their sound. For many Bulldogs, this is something they have grown accustomed to, and even taken for granted. Unfortunately, due to severe...
Thirty-Two Community Members Graduate from the 2026 LEAD Goleta Academy
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. GOLETA, CA, February 20, 2026 – The City of Goleta is proud to announce the completion of its 7th LEAD Goleta Community Academy. LEAD stands for Learn, Empower, Advocate, and Discuss. For the past six weeks, 32 participants have met every week...
Motorcyclist transported with major injuries after crash with car on Hollister Avenue Monday
GOLETA, Calif. (KEYT) – A motorcyclist suffered major injuries after a collision with a car at the intersection of Hollister Avenue and Coromar Drive Monday. The motorcyclist was transported to Cottage Hospital by ground ambulance for further medical treatment and the other involved driver was uninjured detailed the...
First-ever Baile at Foothill Tech unites students across VUSD
Students gathered in Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) Spirito Hall on Feb. 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for the first Baile in the school’s history. This event blended music, culture and community into a celebration. Organized by the Be Heard club, the dance included a photo booth, a keychain-making...
Goleta Leaders Talk Housing Solutions For Those Living in Their Vehicles
A People Living in Vehicles meeting is working on homelessness in Goleta. It is coordinated with SB Act. The post Goleta Leaders Talk Housing Solutions For Those Living in Their Vehicles appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
Call for artists for Surfers Point sculpture
The City of Ventura is looking for a professional artist or artist team to design a permanent tiled sculpture for the Surfers Point Phase II Project. Applications are due by March 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM. More details and the application link are available on the city’s website.
People Don’t Skip the Clam Chowder at This California Seafood Restaurant (Ever)
Nestled in the heart of Ventura, California, Lure Fish House is a seafood lover’s paradise renowned for its exceptional clam chowder. With a nautical-themed ambiance and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients, this restaurant offers an upscale yet inviting dining experience. Patrons rave about the chowder’s...
High surf advisory for San Luis Obispo beaches
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. The advisory is in effect until 9 PM PST Tuesday, February 23. Waves are expected to reach 6 to 12 feet, especially on northwest-facing beaches.
