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State Street Promenade Extended for Three More Years

Other recent news: Parklets off State Street get a reprieve; architect suggests a different promenade design; Jeff Bridges bought in Hope Ranch; Fergie sold her Santa Ynez Valley ranch; photos of last weekend’s Summer Solstice Celebration; eminent domain to be used for Goleta’s San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path project; gay pride flags stolen in Los Olivos; the concert lineup at Ojai’s Libbey Bowl; the tree of the month.

Did Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Buy a 1919 Montecito Estate?

Last week’s sales also include an expansive backyard in Yankee Farm; 2019 single-family house in the Tree Farm development; Hollister Ranch access for a loss; and more.

Punch Vintage Shop Is Closing

Plus: Santa Barbara Tire & Service Center is opening a second location; drawings by James Castle at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art; Maune Contemporary gallery is relocating; ZZ Top at the Arlington Theatre; the Jerry Douglas Band and the Wallflowers at the Lobero Theatre.

Bibi Ji Is Moving Farther Up State Street

More food news: Stella Mare’s lease has been extended; the menu at Beast Taqueria inside M. Special; Organic Soup Kitchen’s new location; revamped checkout area at the Montecito Vons; Refugio Ranch Vineyards is working on a farmstand and marketplace in Los Olivos.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Beautiful Butterfly Beach Bargain!

This must-see townhome occupies a sweet spot of affordability, luxury, and ocean views. Sitting “high and dry” on the second and third floors, you’ll enjoy the waves, sunsets, birds, and breezes.

Debonair Contemporary on Eucalyptus Hill for $17.85 Million

Noteworthy new listings also include an 8,716-square-footer in Ennisbrook; trapezoid heaven in Toro Canyon; 1930 Spanish with rooms and more rooms; Summerland house on a half acre; and a 1915 Montecito cottage—land not included.

City Council to Vote on Restaurant Parklets Next Week

Other recent news: Buyers revealed in three recent real estate transactions; more photos of murder suspect’s car; free postpartum service to end due to lack of funding; second roundabout coming to Highway 154; county Board of Supervisors finally gets tough with cannabis tax scofflaws; dangerous cyclists on the State Street Promenade; Tri-County Produce apartment complex update.