Newsletter: December 6

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Three-Week Stay-at-Home Order Starts Sunday at Midnight

What must close and what may stay open, with restrictions. Other recent news: Sandpiper Golf Club wants to build a new underground clubhouse; Santa Barbara geologist Mike Hoover's new book about our water situation.

Over $100 Million in Sales Yet Again This Week

And that's just the properties that went for over $2 million. Noteworthy closings include the magnificent Sotto Il Monte mansion, gorgeous relic Stonehedge, an oceanfront fixer, and a 1910 gardener's "cottage." Plus: a big one from late October.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this photo was taken? Prove it in the comments. 2

A Few Interesting New Breakfast Options

From Mо̄r Doughnuts, Secret Bao, and JJ's Diner. More food news: Nella Kitchen & Bar in Los Olivos has started lunch service; the San Ysidro Ranch one day plans to return Plow & Angel to its previous incarnation; Poe & Co. Hanukkah dishes; activity in the virtual-reality studio downtown.

Imminent New Lockdown for Santa Barbara County

Other recent news: County sheriff dismisses idea of a civilian review board; Ortega Park renovation held up over murals; more on the Surfliner Inn meeting; Hot Springs Road walking path; leaky Summerland wells capped; Atascadero monolith destroyed by vandals; the artist behind the Candy Land house.

The City Seeks Input on the Future of State Street

Plus: Bodega Los Alamos is expecting another vacation rental; improvements at Summerland gas station; an attempt to regulate telecom infrastructure; no more Price Cuts posts; any ideas on how to donate a new door? 1

Newsletter: December 3

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1949 Mission Canyon Cottage With Sexy Potential

This week's noteworthy new listings also include a 10,000-square-foot mansion way up the hill in Montecito; a handful of snazzy Upper East spec renovations; historical quirkiness on Riven Rock Road; and more. 2

Where to Get a Covid Test (If They Haven’t Run Out)

Other recent news: Carpinteria residents oppose the plan for a new hotel on Linden Avenue; Santa Barbara County wants visitors and residents who have been out of town to quarantine for two weeks; serious upgrades at two high schools. 1