WALK WITH ME
In a city rich with amazing views, there may be none better than on two streets in the heart of Alta Mesa—and getting there is half the fun.
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ODDS & ENDS
••• Meghan Markle’s new lifestyle brand is called American Riviera Orchard.
••• Three more Santa Barbara Bowl shows were announced.
••• Aquarius Cocktail sample sale (above).
••• Details about the yoga and Pilates studio opening in the 700 Linden complex.
••• The CarPlay black hole at Milpas and the 101.
••• Carpinteria Valley Lumber is having a party.
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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• The plan to expand Santa Barbara Airport.
••• Roy Lee has an insurmountable lead over Das Williams.
••• Santa Barbara professional soccer team delayed.
••• Arrests in the murder of Violet Evelyn Alberts.
••• Peeks inside two historic homes.
••• Tattoo parlor chain opening on State Street.
••• New stoplight in Carpinteria.
••• Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park remain closed.
••• Buyer found for the News-Press’s online assets.
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