Why Is Part of This West Beach Mosaic Covered in Concrete?

"My husband and I have been perplexed about this piece of art on Cabrillo Boulevard. Was it damaged? Was there a depiction of the Chumash and/or other Native Americans that was offensive? Are there any plans to repair it?"

High-End Rentals Are Going Through the Roof

Plus: The new southbound carpool lane has opened; Coyote Road spec reno cleaned up its facade; a Summerland antiques store has closed; an old sign from the Alameda Saloon; Japanese Breakfast to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; "Stomp" at the Granada Theatre; the Harding school bridge on the Westside. 35

Newsletter: January 12

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 7

Contemporary Villa Atop Pepper Hill

Noteworthy new listings also include new construction on Las Canoas Road for $10.95 million; 1966 cottage by Lutah Maria Riggs; 22-acre view lot with a guest house; pretty Cotswold-style compound near the Mission; sprawling downtown penthouse; and more. 1

Eight Ways to Step Up Your Fitness Game This Year

The surest way to get results—and actually enjoy yourself—is to mix things up. Try something new in 2025!

The George Floyd Mural Has Been Painted Over

Other recent news: San Marcos Growers nursery will close at the end of the year; Las Alturas landslide house demolished; more on the Sandpiper Golf Club proposal; World War II relic destroyed by storm; Heal the Ocean's appeal of the Rosewood Miramar Beach project; Moby Dick mural needs attention. 8

Mother Dough Bagels Is Gearing Up to Open

More food news: The downtown outpost of Kyle's Kitchen has closed; Dawn Patrol has closed; Alma Fonda Fina will soon serve hard alcohol; more on The Ellwood; a visit to the Sando Truck. 5

Newsletter: January 8

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A Contemporary Masterpiece in Montecito

Ensconced within the private enclave of Pepper Hill is a home unlike any other. Resting on just over 2.5 acres of exquisitely manicured gardens across two separate parcels, the single-level residence at 356 Woodley Road offers breathtaking 180-degree views of the ocean, coastline, and mountains.