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June 21, 2026

  • News Roundup

Highway 101 Construction Will Move North Starting This Spring

Other recent news: New emergency dispatch center; U.S. Women's National Team to play a game here; automotive garage to close; Goleta post office on the path to getting renamed. 4

December 11, 2025

  • Favorite Things

The 2025 Shop-Local Gift Guide, Part 5

Wrapping up this series with a grab bag of 14 gift-worthy suggestions from all around town. 6

December 10, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

First Look at the Music Academy of the West’s Downtown Venue

Plus: The Funk Zone lost two dozen free parking spaces; Iris Galerie has opened; new tenant for the cute space on De La Guerra Plaza; permanent conservation of 587 acres in the Los Alamos Valley; Preservation Hall Jazz Band in concert; Anacapa Architecture's handsome office on State Street. 1

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Newsletter: December 10

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December 9, 2025

  • Favorite Things

The 2025 Shop-Local Gift Guide, Part 4

Stuff those stockings with something good—and local—this year! In this edition: Upstairs at Pierre Lafond, Tecolote Book Shop, Eider Studio, Heritage Goods & Supply, Emily Joubert, and Cheese Shop Santa Barbara. 2

  • Odds & Ends

David Byrne to Play the Santa Barbara Bowl

Plus: Photographer opening a gallery on Santa Claus Lane; holiday market with wares made by kids; Lotusland's removal of 30 eucalyptus trees; La Cumbre Country Club update; the answer to a "Where in Santa Barbara...?" stumper.

December 8, 2025

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Conejo Hardwoods Now Open in Santa Barbara

Founded in 1981, Conejo Hardwoods is one of California's leading material suppliers, offering a wide selection of premium wood products, including hardwood flooring, decking, cladding, architectural millwork, and more.

  • Hot Property

Oprah Winfrey Sold Off a Piece of the Promised Land

Last week's sales also include a four-bedroom in Carpinteria's Casa Blanca community; the Japanese farmhouse in Montecito; Eucalyptus Hill home for $2 million off the initial asking price; midcentury spec reno; San Roque traditional; and more. 2

December 7, 2025

  • Food Stuff

Dart Coffee Co. Is Expanding to Summerland

More food news: A change of plans for the former L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele space; Aegean is now accepting reservations; the seating at Little Mountain; 'tis the season for hot mulled wine; more on Bistro Amasa; holiday pop-up of Meghan Markle’s line of jams, teas, etc. 19

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Newsletter: December 7

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Recent Comments

Saturday Fisherman's Market on the pier (by Brophys), every Saturday 6-11a. Meet your fishermen and get the freshest local seafood available, sooo good! — Mac

While I sympathize with the Padaro homeowners there are two noteworthy reasons to remove the majority of the trees and add the additional mile of… — Dennis Houghton

I think those Padero Lane residents would be concerned about the loss of trees which currently largely block the view of the freeway and reduce… — SeaKanda

Agree! — Christine

Many of these people who whine and cry about not enough housing are the same ones who bitch about losing trees in turn for improved… — Tomás

This is a disappointing take from the author. The railroad right of way, where this work will occur is where the railroad has a right… — NL

That’s a great list and going to check out the train museum with my 5 year old grandson. I would also add the natural history… — AFC

You don't need a kid to go to the Sea Center - it's fun and informative, and will bring out the kid in any adult. — Sarita

I’d like to get this as a tattoo. Or maybe a billboard. Probably a billboard. Bravo, regardless. “ You should remember that where you’re sitting… — Andy

I suspect the residents of Padaro Lane are more concerned with losing their parking carve outs on Union Pacific property than with losing the trees. — BG

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