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December 8, 2025

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CEC WON’T STOP (and Neither Should You)

A to-do list for environmental action: The daily barrage of bad news punctuated by heartbreaking environmental crises is enough to make anyone shut down. But at the Community Environmental Council, we’re not stopping—and neither should you.

  • Just Listed

A Spacious Compound in Riven Rock

Noteworthy new listings also include a clean slate on E. Mountain Drive; Hedgerow floops; possible auction of a San Ysidro Road property; Mesa fixer in the mid-threes; Montecito Shores condo for $6.495 million; and more. 6

April 17, 2025

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A Serene Escape

Situated at the end of a winding driveway, this exquisite custom-built home seamlessly blends modern luxury, ultimate privacy, and sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the city, and the Pacific Ocean. See for yourself at the open house this Saturday.

  • News Roundup

Changes Likely for Santa Barbara Parking Fees

Other recent news: State Street test of "pedlets" that extend the sidewalk into the street; partial closures at Alice Keck Park; environmental groups are suing the state fire marshal in an effort to block Sable Offshore Corporation; check theft in Montecito; urgent-care facility Med Center to close. 7

April 16, 2025

  • Food Stuff

The New Owner of Shoreline Cafe

More food news: A peek inside Ospi, opening soon at The Post; the city is screwing over Cookie Plug; Lion's Tale to start taking reservations; Mercado El Rey grocery store has opened on Milpas; The Nugget's Carpinteria outpost should debut in the next few weeks; new tenant for the former We Want the Funk space; the third-annual Natural Coast Wine Festival; Pascucci moving update; Cutler's Public House profile; Cajun Kitchen in Goleta is closed for remodeling; changes may be coming to Shintori Sushi; Mothers Tacos in Ventura is looking increasingly interesting. 5

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April 15, 2025

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Coffee in the Hedgerow and a Morning Stroll on Miramar Beach

After a $295,000 price improvement, this turnkey Spanish-style home is looking pretty irresistible. Its simplicity and elegance are refreshing, and the location in Montecito's coveted Hedgerow neighborhood can't be beat.

  • Hot Property

Lower Village Spec Reno Sells for $6.85 Million

Last week's sales also include Birnam Wood for $3.2 million off the initial asking price; 1979 house on 65 acres (two parcels) east of Solvang; Mediterranean villa way above San Roque; townhouse near Butterfly Beach; early 20th-century barn converted to a home; and more.

April 14, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

Another Jeff Shelton House Is for Rent

Plus: Two more Santa Barbara Bowl shows (and so few women this season); double feature of documentaries about Montecito architecture; Lower State smoke shop status; Santa Barbara Fair & Expo is coming up; "Montecito: An Audio Soap Opera." 6

April 13, 2025

  • Burning Questions

What’s the Story Behind the Seal of the City of Santa Barbara?

"It has two boats and a bay that doesn’t look a whole lot like Santa Barbara." 11

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