Carpinteria celebrated a very special Valentine’s Day last Friday. Instead of dozens of red roses, she was gifted the final 2.48 acres of bluff property to connect all segments of the Carpinteria bluff lands and trail system. Dubbed “Rincon Gateway,” the acquisition of the former King Ranch was brokered by the Land Trust for Santa […]
The Cannabis Ordinance is legally complex and so, as a long recovering attorney, I felt the need to clarify the overly rosy “things are about to change” reporting that I have read. Second District Supervisor Laura Capps and Fourth District Supervisor Bob Nelson are thoughtfully leading the way on Cannabis reform with a proposal that […]
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As one of the most visible legislative representatives of our 37th district, Assemblymember Gregg Hart has this past week provided accurate information regarding two important issues facing California: funding efforts for recovery from the Los Angeles fires and resident’s rights regarding DEI and immigration. Recovery Efforts & Funding Post Wildfires Hart reports that California Legislators […]
Tinted Vehicle Window & Outstanding Warrant / 1100 block Coast Village Road – Wednesday, January 22, at 23:21 hours Suspect vehicle was observed traveling eastbound on Coast Village Rd. with tinted front windows in violation of CVC 26708(a)(1). Driver was contacted and a records check revealed he had an outstanding warrant. Driver was arrested and […]
Westmont’s 36th annual Mathematics Field Day features about 100 students from eight regional high schools in a friendly competition Saturday, Feb. 8, at 1 pm in Winter Hall. The event includes college bowls with buzzers, written exams and Chalk Talks with student presentations. This year the Chalk Talk, a 10-12-minute presentation, is about base systems, […]
The Santa Barbara Christmas Bird Count (CBC) was held on January 4, 2025. This was part of the 125th National Audubon’s CBC. This year the Santa Barbara CBC Team leaders are: Libby Patten, Head CBC Compiler and Coordinator/Compiler for North SB and the Boat team; Glenn Kincaid, Scouting Coordinator, Head Data Coordinator, and the Compiler […]
The Montecito Association Annual and January meeting was held in person at the Montecito Library community room and on Zoom, Tuesday, January 21. MA President Doug Black called the Annual MA meeting to order, and held a vote to ratify the 2025 actions of the MA Board. He highlighted what the MA accomplished in 2024, […]
Join Juneteenth Santa Barbara for a low-key, family friendly happy hour at The Mill (Third Window Brewery/Potek Winery) at 406 E. Haley Street in Santa Barbara on Thursday, January 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is a great event for newly arrived townsfolk to come and meet our wonderful Juneteenth community.
The eighth annual Westmont Women’s Leadership Council Luncheon reached new heights with a goal of encouraging and empowering female students with scholarships and networking connections to help them thrive in their future careers. The event, which featured Henrietta Holsman Fore, a Santa Barbara native who served as executive director of UNICEF and USAID administrator, has […]
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Our thoughts are with all those impacted by the devastating Los Angeles County Wildfires, and we welcome those who have now joined our community. In light of current dry conditions and ongoing concerns, Montecito Water District would like to reassure the public of its preparedness and commitment to providing adequate water supply for the community. […]
The Los Angeles area fires are a reminder to be prepared for any emergency situation. Start by registering for the Santa Barbara Countywide ReadySBC Alerts. The system is managed by Santa Barbara County’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in partnership with local cities. ReadySBC Alerts provide timely and accurate information during emergencies. OEM’s robust emergency […]
Negligent Discharge from a Firearm, Victim Injured / 400 block Woodley Rd — Wednesday January 15, 11:35 hours Deputies responded to the 400-block of Woodley Road for a report of a shooting. When deputies arrived, they found an adult male victim who had been shot in the upper arm while he was walking his dog. […]
The Santa Barbara South Coast Firefighter Foundation – in conjunction with the Carpinteria-Summerland Firefighters and the Carpinteria Firefighters Local 3368 – set up a donation drop-off at the house next to the Carpinteria fire station on Walnut Street. Heading the drive from the SBSCFF is its founder Gail Kvistad of “Living Local,” who has served […]
Huge shoutouts to The Montecito Country Mart shops and restaurants for their immediate, dedicated, and generous aid for the evacuees and first responders to the L.A. Fires in toto. MCM owner James S. Rosenfield shares, “Our hearts go out to L.A. and everyone impacted by the devastating fires. Please know that we send our love […]
