NEWS ROUNDUP
••• Possible changes for the Nordstrom and Macy’s buildings.
••• The pedestrian-only section of State Street is a winner, but should more people be wearing masks?
••• California issued a statewide order requiring masks.
••• Goleta keeps open the option of raising its sales tax.
••• Santa Barbara community development director resigns.
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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: Adorable San Roque cottage that got quickly snapped up; wide ocean views for $1.75 million; family-friendly 1947 house on Picacho Lane; spec renovation in the Upper East; move-in-ready hacienda in Hope Ranch.
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FOOD STUFF
••• Kombucha maker moving into Funk Zone taproom.
••• Talking about race with the area’s black chefs and entrepreneurs.
••• Oakberry Açaí Bowls has opened on State Street.
••• Mexican restaurant Romanti-Ezer closed.
••• Duo’s pretty outdoor event space.
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WEATHER FORECAST
“The high today will be in the 80s,” says Jack Martin of Action Roofing. “Tomorrow will be another warm day, with less fog and warmer temps. Tuesday though Thursday will be determined by which model you read. The two main long-range forecast models are 180 degrees apart: one says high pressure will strengthen, and the other says a low drops in with cooler temps.” Email [email protected] to receive daily updates.
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PRICE CUTS
The week’s top price reductions: A tale of two Tuscan-ish villas; spiffy beachfront a few doors down from the Miramar; hot mess in Campanil; Upper East passion project/money pit; spec reno in the Hedgerow; Coyote Road hovel.
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ODDS & ENDS
••• Lotusland’s Japanese Pavilion is coming along nicely.
••• The mania for Montecito real estate is creeping up past the $6 million level.
••• William Laman sale.
••• More info on Bird Island off the Goleta coast.
••• Campground update from the Los Padres Forest Association.
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