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Brian & Birnam – When not hurling your six iron into the trees in a fit of pique – you may well have taken note of the utter beauty of Birnam Wood’s gemlike, pastoral links. How? Who? Meet Brian O’Laughlin.

Nelly’s Tailoring Tale – From Rivne to the Upper Village is about 6,202 miles, and Nelly Bondarenko’s adjustment period was bumpy – until a determined mentor taught her to see through his eyes what skills she possessed. 

Ka Nai’a and the 40-Year Old Paddle – Mike and Linda Ofner’s passion project reaches a milestone… and their son is paddling in their wake

What the FLOCK? – Should crime-fighting Montecito install FLOCK License Plate Readers in town? How many would it take? Will there be a record of you singing in your car? The Montecito Association discusses 

Roy’s Two-Month Memo – It’s been two months since 1st District County Supervisor Roy Lee took office… with several monumental votes already under his belt… how’s he doing? The MJ’s Gwyn Lurie asks for his own assessment

Parking Brake – Big cars… small roads… and Hot Springs… The County Supervisors give a red flag warning for those parking along Mountain Drive

Political Theater / Youth Theater – From pipeline disputes to salaries for the Supes, this week’s County Board of Supervisors meeting brought out contentions… and the community | With 13 cast members from local schools, YOUTHCLUSIVE and founder Chloe Voigt bring theater to all in SpongeBob the Musical

Health Status – The robot will see you now… Sansum-Sutter introduces the Intuitive da Vinci 5 Advanced Robotic Surgical System to its surgery center… Plus, Cottage Hospital’s new Board Chair, Eric Seale, talks goals, the CEO search, and future of the facilities

The Market Is Moving – January is a wrap – and boasts the largest number of sold homes in a single month in well over a year. Normally a slow month, this January may be the harbinger of a big year for the real estate market

Hello Belrose – There’s a sparkling new store on Coast Village… Say hello to Belrose Estate Jewelers

Leader of the Pack – WHO LET THE DOGS OUT? Jaclyn Sicilia – and she has a whole pack of ‘em. Don’t worry. They’re in good hands.

Farewell MERRAG – Through fires and natural disasters, the Montecito Emergency Response and Recovery Action Group, or MERRAG as it is lovingly known, has been here for the community… and after 37 years of dedicated service, the volunteer organization says farewell

Support from Montecito – The horrific L.A. fires continue to grip our attention and affect our neighbors to the south… Local schools and organizations have come together to collect donations and support evacuees that have landed here

Welcome to the Team, Roy! – Roy Lee is officially sworn in as 1st District Santa Barbara County Supervisor with the MJ’s Gwyn Lurie giving the Keynote Address

The OG SB Selfie – Before Instagram… before TikTok… this gal could get the shot around the clock… the saga of Jessie Tarbox Beals, who captured the early images and spectacles of Santa Barbara and Montecito

A Year in Review – Here’s a month-by-month recap of what 2024 had in store for Montecito

RH Montecito Has Arrived – Luxury furnishings, gustatory delights, and naturally… Gwyneth. The RH Montecito opening dazzles its audience, and gives The Old Firehouse a lovely new chapter

Faherty Forever – With two floors and even surfboard décor, the sought-after fabric finery has a new store on Coast Village Road. Come take a look inside Faherty Montecito

Stay Post-ed – With scenic views of the Andrée Clark Bird Refuge, new aesthetics, but the same iconic fountain, The Post is set to launch with the first shops opening and a Holiday Fair to kick off the space on December 14th. See what is coming to the complex

Light, Life, & Lois – A tree, a constellation of stars, a connected community – Hospice Santa Barbara’s annual Light Up a Life event, commemorates departed loved ones and links us through shared remembrance with Singer Lois Mahalia giving Montecito something to really remember