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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.

Sidesaddle Isn’t Just for Horses

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

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.

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.

Three Santa Barbara Restaurants Were Added to the Michelin Guide

More food news: The Good Plow has opened; Riviera Bar’s food menu looks pretty tasty; Margerum launched wine experiences at its Funk Zone tasting room; new wine company at Municipal Winemakers; San Luis Obispo food-delivery service is expanding into Santa Barbara County; Ocean Fathoms retreats.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Airport Noise Complaints Have Doubled This Summer

Other recent news: An update on the county’s Covid numbers; four theaters now require proof of vaccination or a negative Covid test; ExxonMobil’s plan for up to 70 truckloads of oil a day has hit a snag; cannabis grower fined $40,000 for environmental violations; new technology repair shop.