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Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

New Look for the Tri-County Produce Building

Plus: Art gallery opening on State Street; Galerie XX has closed up shop here; Cat Power in concert; update on the Electrify America vehicle-charging station; Glen Annie Golf Club rumor; Casa de Maria is still in limbo; amusing Instagram account about Ojai.

A Tough Nut to Crack in Goleta

Everywhere I’ve walked, I’ve found things that surprised and delighted me. This part of Goleta, however, proved somewhat challenging.

Local Gifts With Excellent Taste

Delicious local food and drink products that are sure to please everyone on your list this holiday season.

The State Street Promenade Now Has a One-Block Bike Lane

Other recent news: The Coral Casino intends to reopen in January; Replay toy store has closed after the owner passed away; an effort to determine whether Rincon Point beach is public or private property; Amazon liquidation store opens in Lompoc.

Ennisbrook Five-Bedroom Sells for $7.1 Million

Last week’s sales also include a Lower Village farmhouse with attached ADU; Hope Ranch fixer; 2005 Spanish-style five-bedroom in San Roque; Craftsman condo; midcentury fixer on the Lower Riviera; 1921 cottage; and more.

First Impressions of Dang Burger

More food news: A new bar is taking over the former Crush Bar & Tap space; the San Ysidro Ranch’s bar is open; another outpost of Wingstop; Augie’s is getting close to reopening; Lito’s remodeled; Ojai’s Farmer and the Cook has a new cookbook; Solvang restaurant closes after six weeks.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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