Having served on the Montecito Sanitary District Board in the past, I understand what may not be apparent to most residents: The decisions facing the District are far more complicated than “the slate” of candidates Wicks, Francis, and Barrett suggest in recent paid advertising, mailers, and an MJ editorial. Today, the District faces decisions about […]
These are our daily traffic concerns going into the roundabout, with road closures, people not letting you in, people not sharing. The road is all long lines. It seems to be heavy traffic, daily now, and with the overpass being built, what is it that local traffic can do to bypass some of this inconvenience? […]
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Jeffrey Harding’s column on socialism lacks nuance and greatly oversimplifies what socialism can mean. Below is AI’s answer to the question, “Have there been successful experiments in socialism?” Jeffrey doubts that there are any progressives with “a well-rounded knowledge of history, economics, and philosophy,” a statement that might have surprised Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus. […]
Recently, I attended the best SBUSD meeting I have witnessed in my 28 years of following local school board issues. The facilitator, Dr. Suzette Lovely, presented a creative and thought-provoking workshop on “Governance.” Two slides set the tone for the day: 1. Definition of the Greek root of the word governance (“to steer”); and 2. […]
I have so much admiration for Mayor Sheila Lodge. I can’t imagine Santa Barbara without her. The impact she had was as deep as the love she shared for our community. In fact, the profound way she shaped our city, decade after decade, is unmatched. Sheila was the first mayor I knew as a child, […]
Montecito resident Keith Yeager traded FIFA gear during an exchange with FIFA/Qatar football club staff, one local example of promoting international friendship and cooperation, at the Rosewood Miramar on June 25th. The Qatar team was well hosted by Montecito, staying at the Rosewood Miramar hotel as their base camp, and training on Westmont’s Thorrington Field. […]
About a month ago I enjoyed the surprise of having my photo on the cover of the Montecito Journal (May 14-21, 2026). The feature article highlighted an important, but perhaps little-known nonprofit in our community called Veggie Rescue. I had no business being the face of the article. In case you didn’t read the article, […]
Most people don’t know how important the office of Clerk-Recorder-Assessor is. We vote for that person because they oversee our records, property taxes, and perhaps most importantly, our elections. That’s why we need someone who shows up and knows the work. That person is Melinda Greene. Melinda has been the Chief Deputy Clerk-Recorder-Assessor for 12 […]
Oh, my dear Jeff!I’ll be the first to confessYour acerbic finesseSinges my skin like a spark to a dress. But your piece on Ms. Flagg–Well, on that I will brag!I laughed out loud–truly cackled, by gag!Every phrase, every turn,Had a bright comic burn;What a picture you painted–what language! What swag! So bravo, good Wing–Let the […]
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I am extremely concerned about the over-budget costs incurred by our Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Dept. As a tax paying, full-time resident of Santa Barbara County I am extremely disturbed to learn about the millions of dollars in overtime spending that has already cost our county dearly. In these difficult times, with the withdrawal of […]
He was happy, dancing in his nearly empty kitchen. And then sad, because of all the memories he had in this den. Fragmented, emotionally and overwhelmed physically with moving; what’s a bear to do? Dance!! His clouds lifted, and he felt better with his radio on KTYD, playing the rock and roll that he grew […]
Many immigrants have come to our country as desperate refugees, some fleeing for their lives. The fact is most immigrants are honest, hardworking people, and this group has a lower crime rate than U.S. citizens. Unless you’re a Native American, you’re an immigrant or come from immigrants. Many of the immigrants we came from were […]
Carlos the Bear was pacing back and forth while twiddling his claws. He was worried but thinking objectively. He had time, having been verbally told the new owners wanted to sell and that he had until March 1st to vacate the premises. Not a lot of time. His needs were few. A place to hibernate, […]
Only Jeff Wing could walk us through a crash course in evolution biology, anatomy, AND his own colonoscopy in the stand-up comedy mode, all the while lying on his side. LOL! The lesson: our gut health is so integral to the gut-brain axis, but pooping will always be hilarious. Sincerely, LeeAnn Morgan A Lasting Lesson […]
