Author: Erik Torkells

August 29, 2021

Increased Speed-Limit Enforcement in Highway 101 Construction Zones

Plus: Another hint that the Biltmore and Coral Casino could be splitting up; antiques store opening in Montecito; rare white abalone spotted off Santa Cruz Island; reading by writer T.C. Boyle; more on the inflatable elephant art project; Santa Barbara Airport parking signage.

Newsletter: August 29

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August 28, 2021

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 5

August 27, 2021

Why Join a Country Club When You Can Buy One?

Noteworthy new listings also include Riviera view houses, old and new; suburban style in Montecito and on Eucalyptus Hill; an 1880 cottage in Carpinteria; and more. 1

August 26, 2021

Montecito’s Vons Store Is Going to Get Remodeled and Rebranded

More food news: Sweet Wheel raised enough money to save its Summerland farm from development; McConnell's introduced dairy-free ice cream; Bree'osh's outpost on De La Vina is going to expand; soft-opening brunches at Meiners Heritage Table in Ojai.

Hillside Burned in Loma Fire Is Declared Safe

Other recent news: Board of Supervisors mull vaccine mandate for county employees; Ventura County finally issues indoor mask order; new State Street shops; the interesting history of Turnpike Road; surprising endorsements in the upcoming election; new interim head of Santa Barbara City College.

August 25, 2021

Sidesaddle Isn’t Just for Horses

Thank goodness for homeowners’ quirks—looking at real estate would be a lot less fun without them. 2

Newsletter: August 25

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August 24, 2021

Jeff Shelton’s Industrial Aerie Went for $5 Million

Other properties changing hands last week: Two big Lilac Drive houses that want updating; a Hedgerow fixer; 1970s architecture in Hope Ranch; and many more.

August 23, 2021

This Richard Neutra House on the Riviera Will Rise Again

Plus: Ben Platt to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; new art gallery on Santa Claus Lane; July hotel rates were dramatically higher than two years ago; funds allocated for bike lane improvements on De La Vina; Bonhams auction house is coming to town; an amusing autocorrection.