The Threat of “South American Theft Groups”
Other recent news: Renderings of the apartment complex proposed for the Sears lot at La Cumbre Plaza; new Goleta housing development to rent by the bed; county supervisors are thinking of giving themselves a raise; CADA sold its E. Haley building; possible funding cuts to local public radio stations; Meghan Markle renamed her forthcoming lifestyle brand; history of the Cold Spring Canyon bridge. 2
Mission City Sandwich Shop Feels Like a Winner
More food news: La Lieff Winery is looking for a new food partner now that We Want the Funk has closed; Rolld Ice Cream opens this weekend; Takashi Ramen soft-opening date; Zen Yai Thai has closed; Rusty's Pizza is returning to Isla Vista; Ventura is getting an outpost of Corazón Cocina. 5
What’s the Housing Development Under Construction Next to the Polo Fields?
"A fairly large new housing development is being built near the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. I would estimate a few dozen homes are under construction, with a sound wall to block freeway noise. Mature, old-wood olive trees were just planted by the entrance. Any news about these homes?" 2
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