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March 8, 2026

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Newsletter: March 8

March 8, 2026|by Erik Torkells

BURNING QUESTIONS
“Will the railroad underpass be widened as part of the reconstruction of the Cabrillo/101 interchange? If so, I’ll be curious to learn how they’re going to engineer the widening—by installing a temporary railroad bridge alongside the current one?” Here’s the answer.

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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: A stunner on a Montecito cul-de-sac; quirky floor plan near Miramar Beach; handsome new construction in Hope Ranch; another one on La Vista del Oceano; Summerland with south-facing yard; Tuscanish villa near Barker Pass Road; great views for $3 million; Mission Canyon love nest; and more.

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GET OUT OF TOWN
We bookended a three-week trip to Southeast Asia with stops in the city-state of Singapore. Despite its reputation for being rigid and sterile, it’s remarkably interesting and a breeze to explore—as long as you obey the rules.

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WHERE IN SANTA BARBARA…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments.

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Recent Comments

Was hoping Peabodys would come back. — Rick Lyons

Great travelogue! One of the nice things about the nanny vibe in Singapore is that people actually observe rules and restrictions...because there is enforcement and… — Kevin S

100% agreed! — eliza

I'm glad to hear Monte's will have Korean influences since we need more of that here. If they had Bibimbab on the menu I would… — Jilt

Thank you for reminding me that beautiful pictures do not convey the feel of the climate, hot and humid. Unfortunately, for me, there is no… — steve

The Chase is the Place! — John

my Railfan son has been keeping tabs on this. Taking the Cabrillo off-ramp is our favorite entry to SB, well has as it will lose… — John Jorgensen

Dunno', but I think that is the Japanese character for "peace." — Tal

It’s the water meter cover on a house on the 300 block of padre street between garden and Laguna. The house has a strong Mr.… — Ben D

What utterly hateful, obnoxious,ignorant comments on this post Really people, grownup — Kim

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