The Past Is Still Present in Old Town Goleta

Layers of history are visible everywhere, both on Hollister Avenue and the side streets. When was the last time you saw a sign for S&H Green Stamps? 8

Newsletter: March 10

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Santa Barbara County Is Getting Close to the Red Tier

Other recent news: Santa Barbara's mayor wants to create official homeless encampments; stylish hotel and intriguing restaurant opening in Ojai; how one organization would address the homeless situation; more on the cannabis operators hoping to open shops in the county; the push for a State Street master plan; local politician could be appointed to the California Coastal Commission.

A Sears Kit Cottage on a Sweet Little Downtown Street

Notable new listings also include a turnkey four-bedroom in the Golden Quadrangle, an Ortega Ridge property in want of updates, a nice Hedgerow house next to a construction site, Hope Ranch ocean views, and more.

The Nook Is Changing Hands—and Eventually Concepts

The restaurant sharing space with Topa Topa and Lama Dog will soon be under new ownership. [Update: The deal fell through.] 2

A Look Back at the Tea Gardens Above Montecito

Plus: The plan for a splash playground near the harbor; Carey Mulligan to be honored by the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and how to watch the festival from home; Hope Ranch rental comes with priority access to private jet; more on the plan to extend the new Hot Springs sidewalk; furniture showroom opening on State Street. 3

Malibu Farms at the Miramar Has Closed for Good

More food news: First look at the menu at Secret Bao, which officially opens this week; Wylde Works's new State Street brewery will include food service; Santa Barbara County approved commercial home kitchens; Merci added a vegetarian sandwich; Ventura's cool Frontside Cafe.

Newsletter: March 7

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1929 Riviera Stunner Sells for Almost $10 Million

Noteworthy sales this week also include one of the most stylish houses in Montecito, a glamour puss on Pepper Hill, a compound near the Miramar resort, Ladera Lane spec reno on the market for nearly two years, a Riven Rock fixer, and more. 1

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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