ON THE HORIZON
The 44 Restaurants Expected to Open in Coming Months. On the menu this year: a wave of change in Montecito, an internationally renowned chef, spinoffs by several local favorites, Acme Hospitality’s latest Funk Zone project, an old-school deli, beachfront dining, a brasserie, a glamorous addition to Ojai, a pair of donut shops, and much more.
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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: The perfect Santa Barbara pied-à-terre; Mission Canyon contemporary with huge views; a winner on Eucalyptus Hill; classic Miramar Beach duplex; boxy West Mesa project; Mediterranean spread on Bella Vista Drive; high-contrast interiors in the Hedgerow; modern farmhouse with ducks; and more.
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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• The Vons store in Turnpike Center might close.
••• Update on the Lake Fire.
••• The Ukrainian corner in San Roque.
••• How SpaceX gets its way with government agencies.
••• Parma Park’s new trails.
••• The county Planning Commission finally insisted on carbon scrubbers.
••• The wildlife crossing under construction in Agoura Hills.
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