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February 4, 2026

  • News Roundup

Shortfall in Santa Barbara Sales Tax Revenue

Other recent news: Tunnel Road to Inspiration Point to close for more repairs; the Katy Perry/Carl Westcott real estate battle continues; weekly rally in support of the Constitution; the tree of the month. 1

September 3, 2025

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  • Walk With Me

A Five-Block Adventure in Downtown Ventura

Given how close Ventura is and how much I like to explore, I know remarkably little about the city. The car-free stretch of E. Main Street was the perfect place to start. 12

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Newsletter: September 3

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September 2, 2025

  • Hot Property

Mini Compound Near Butterfly Beach Sells for $7.3 Million

Last week's sales also include the cool Lower Riviera contemporary; Montecito Mediterranean on a gated street; handsome spec reno with sweet backyard; Cielito three-bedroom on three acres; Cold Spring renovation; and more.

September 1, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

Another Downtown Building to Become Self-Storage

Plus: New gallery in Carpinteria; Douglas Family Preserve dog bench; surfing museum debuts inside Surf 'n Wear; Bellosguardo beach house complex; progress for the Modoc Multi Use Path; the first Carpinteria Film Festival; "Where in Santa Barbara...?" answer. 8

August 31, 2025

  • Food Stuff

The Name of Barbareño’s Sister Restaurant

More food news: Dart Coffee Co. is a welcome addition to Carpinteria; more on the rooftop bar at Linden Square; Sweetgreen really is opening in Goleta; Intermezzo has cut back service; expanded hours at Gracie on the harbor; Upper Village restaurant repositioning; Ventura's Room Service Coffee soft-opens this week. 12

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Newsletter: August 31

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 2

August 29, 2025

  • Just Listed

The Mansion of Hope Ranch Annex

Noteworthy new listings also include a zhushfest on East Valley Road; divorcé special in the Upper Village; renovated 1902 Queen Anne just above Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden; TV Hill Mediterranean; Hedgerow starter home; Rancho Guacamole; and more. 5

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Recent Comments

With 9 out of 10 stores downtown focused on women's apparel and accessories, god forbid there's a tiny space in the back of a building… — Jefferson A.

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