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August 9, 2026

  • News Roundup

Oil Company Wants to Seize Land With Eminent Domain

Other recent news: Former mayor Sheila Lodge has died; Sable Offshore continues to expand offshore drilling operations; no more free mooring at Fools Anchorage; El Capitán State Beach reopened. 1

July 8, 2026

  • Slow News Week

Parking, Santa Barbara Style (Part 2)

Who doesn't love complaining about other people's inability to park? 17

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Newsletter: July 8

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July 7, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

A Peek at the Biltmore’s Two Family Pools

Plus: Why there are story poles at N. Fairview Avenue and Calle Real; the Santa Barbara Studio Artists’ 25th annual Open Studios Tour; new club for car lovers; Separate Reality‘s first group show; a look at the new EV-charging station downtown. 15

July 6, 2026

  • Hot Property

Montecito Tuscan Sells for $3 Million Off the Initial Asking Price

Last week's sales also include the flip of a Padaro Lane vacant lot; two on the Riviera; Eucalyptus Hill fixer; charming Canon Perdido condo; Lower Village off-market; and more.

July 5, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Erewhon to Open in Thousand Oaks Next Month

More food news: Los Agaves on Milpas is back; new Roman-style pizzeria; what to expect from The Ellwood's snack shack; three new Goleta restaurants confirmed; Mendocino Farms has opened; soul food coming to Milpas; the restaurant where you should always save room for dessert. 3

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Newsletter: July 5

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1

July 3, 2026

  • Just Listed

A Pretty Little Cottage on the Lower Riviera

Noteworthy new listings also include midcentury moments on East Valley Road; funky floor plan in the Lower Village; Goleta ranch compound with water tower and "barndominium"; party-ready in San Roque; and more. 3

July 2, 2026

  • News Roundup

Trapeze School Dropped From Downtown Park

Other recent news: State Street closure extended; Gabe Escobedo announces city council bid; Heidi Merrick's new apothecary in Summerland; update on funding for the Santa Ynez Trail; CAMA's next season of performances; the tree of the month. 5

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