Newsletter: April 1

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88 Confirmed Cases of Covid-19 in Santa Barbara County

Other local news: Two more sheriff's deputies have contracted the virus; Governor Newsom creates California Health Corps of retired healthcare workers; Whole Foods workers planning a sick-out; home improvement spike.

Mony’s Is Back in Business

More food news: C'est Cheese deliveries; start-up growing microgreens; family meals from Barbareño and Los Agaves; Duo Catering & Events brunch baskets; the good works of Veggie Rescue.

Turnkey Ocean Views on the Mesa

This Edgewater Way property checks a lot of the boxes of what today's buyers want: It's a move-in-ready, new-construction, lock-and-leave house with ocean views, and it's within walking distance of the best of the Mesa.

The Tunnel Road Trailhead to Inspiration Point Has Reopened

Plus: New boat-share club opening in Ventura; residential real estate was added to the list of "essential services"; vintage Montecito Police Patrol sign for sale; progress on the Carpinteria phase of the 101 widening project; New England–style house sold.

The City of Santa Barbara Expects to Lay Off 400 Employees

Other local news: The county now has 68 confirmed cases, including two sheriff's deputies; Instacart and Amazon workers go on strike; California State Parks bans vehicular access.

Newsletter: March 29

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The Santa Barbara Zoo Has a New Baby Giraffe

Plus: Where to get updated coronavirus stats over the weekend; the library is now offering delivery; new online rentals from the Riviera Theatre; county website for economic recovery resources; one cool cow.

Brand-New House on 105 Acres in Hollister Ranch

The week's other top price reductions: Partial ownership of a funky oceanfront compound on the Mesa; Montecito mansion that needs new surfaces and a sculpturectomy; stylish Upper East renovation with location issues; sprawling California cottage in Cielito.

The Lark and Lucky Penny Are Now Offering Curbside Pickup

More food news: C'est Cheese shifts to pre-order only; chef Justin West will shop the farmers' market for you; an updated list of area CSAs; Satellite is giving away wine tonight.