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April 22, 2026

  • Food Stuff

The Beachside Bar-Cafe Is Closing for Good

More food news: The Miramar Beach Bar is open for takeout drinks; new locally produced food publication is about to launch; profile of Triple Chip delivery bakery; Gipsy Hill Bakery ordering is now easier.

January 21, 2021

  • News Roundup

Southwest Announced Which Cities It’ll Serve From Santa Barbara

Other recent news: Smaller counties such as Santa Barbara got less state pandemic funding; UCSB to resume most in-person classes in the fall; history of the Hilton's rotunda; the grand Potter Hotel that used to be on the beach. 1

  • Food Stuff

More Details on Corazón Cocina’s New Sister Restaurant

It'll serve Mexican food, but different from the original establishment.

January 20, 2021

  • Odds & Ends

More Hotels Join the Day-Pass Trend

Plus: Hendry's Beach improvements completed; hotel conversion on State Street seeks submissions by local artists and craftspeople; Blue Sands Inn is getting an upgrade; fancy Riven Rock estate back on the market after a $4.25-million price cut; bike-share perks for early adopters.

  • Just Listed

Is This the Oddest House in Hope Ranch?

Noteworthy new listings also include a splendid 1938 Hedgerow hacienda, a grand six-bedroom on one of the Riviera's best streets, a flip attempt on School House Road, a Campanil fixer with dramatic views, and more.

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Newsletter: January 20

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January 19, 2021

  • News Roundup

Junior High’s Wooden Flagpole Is a Victim of Vandalism

Other recent news: Buyer of Ortega Ridge architectural statement revealed; "road diet" proposed for Hollister Avenue in Old Town; Carpinteria library on its way to becoming independent.

  • Burning Questions

What’s Up With the “No E-Bike” Signs on Local Trails?

"A friend saw these signs today, and they make no sense to us," wrote PJ. "Mountain bikers only use pedal assist while going uphill—going downhill, without pedal assist, they're going at the same speed as a friction bike. (Even with pedal assist, you can't go fast uphill as it’s too steep in Santa Barbara.) Wondering if you know anything...." 5

January 18, 2021

  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this photo was taken? Prove it in the comments. 3

  • Food Stuff

Secret Bao Is Opening a Restaurant Downtown

More food news: Prepared foods at Duo Catering & Events; Fatty Vegan menu preview; popcorn recipes from the Lark; Mōr Doughnuts profile; baking Merci's cookies at home; Mesa Verde's amusing menu typo.

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Just Listed

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