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Massive 245,000-Square-Foot Warehouse Approved in Santa Maria After Heated Debate
The Santa Maria Planning Commission has greenlit a delivery package warehouse project on Stowell Road after a heated public hearing on May 6, 2026. The proposed warehouse is expected to be built on a 32-acre site at 1680 W. Stowell Road in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County. The site, consisting of two vacant parcels, was earlier used for row crop production and is located within a heavy commercial manufacturing designation.
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LVMC Perinatal Team Earns BETA Healthcare Awards for Patient Safety and Care
Lompoc Valley Medical Center’s perinatal team has been recognized for achieving the highest standards of care by the BETA Healthcare Group. Led by Perinatal Services Manager Angela Fichtner, BSN, RNC-OB, the department was cited for its “meticulous preparation.”. BETA is California’s largest provider of professional liability coverage for...
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Santa Maria Planning Commission Delivers Narrow Approval of Warehouse Project
With a large turnout of supporters and opponents filling the audience Wednesday, the Santa Maria Planning Commission narrowly approved a package delivery warehouse eyed for the western edge of the city. Commissioners voted 2-1 in favor of the project planned for 1680 W. Stowell Road, with Tim Seifert and Yasameen...
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LVMC Lactation Consultant Honored with BEE Award for Exceptional Effort
Congratulations to Lactation Consultant Kayla Dunavan, BS, IBCLC, on being recognized as a “BEE” award recipient for her perseverance in helping the family of an ill newborn. The BEE awards recognize Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Comprehensive Care Center or Lompoc Health staff for “Being Exceptional Everyday.” The award...
Santa Barbara Edhat
Ventura County Health Care Agency Announces New VCMC/SPH Director
Ventura County Health Care Agency (HCA) today announced the appointment of Danielle Gabele, DNP, RN, as Chief Executive Officer of Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) and Santa Paula Hospital (SPH), effective May 10, 2026. Dr. Gabele holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and serves as President-Elect of the Association...
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New Outpatient Lab Draw Station Enhances Care for Hematology/Oncology Patients
Lompoc Health has opened a new outpatient lab draw station designed specifically to support the unique needs of our hematology and oncology patients. This new service supports our broader mission: delivering high-quality, compassionate cancer and blood disorder care close to home, with a focus on both clinical excellence and quality of life.
Santa Barbara Independent
Cottage Health Adds Organ Donation Registration to MyChart, Empowering Patients with Lifesaving Choice
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA BARBARA—April 28, 2026—In recognition of National Donate Life Month, Cottage Health has introduced a new tool that allows patients to register as organ, eye and tissue donors directly through MyChart, the same secure portal they already use to manage their care. This enhancement expands access to donor registration at a time when more than 23,000 Californians are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.
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WINGS Infant Center to Mark Opening in Santa Maria
Children’s Resource & Referral of Santa Barbara County (CRR) will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its WINGS Infant Center, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 at 2861 Airpark Drive, Santa Maria. The WINGS Infant Center represents “a significant expansion of high-quality, inclusive early care for...
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Outpatient Programs Provide Flexible Behavioral Health Care
COPE (Cottage Outpatient Program Experience) Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provides flexible, accessible behavioral health services for individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorders and mental health conditions across the Central Coast and throughout California, Cottage Health reports. With more than 30 years of experience, COPE offers structured, evidence-based outpatient care...
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Santa Barbara Independent
Dr. Vejas Skripkus Joins Cottage Primary Care–Santa Barbara–Bath St.
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA BARBARA—April 16, 2026—Dr. Vejas Skripkus, a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine, has joined Cottage Primary Care – Santa Barbara – Bath St., where he practices alongside Dr. Barry Statner, Dr. Nastassia Sylvestre, Dr. Brett Trzcinski and Dr. Jane Varner.
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Dr. Vejas Skripkus Joins Cottage Primary Care – Santa Barbara
Dr. Vejas Skripkus, a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine, has joined Cottage Primary Care – Santa Barbara – Bath St., where he practices alongside Drs. Barry Statner, Nastassia Sylvestre, Brett Trzcinski and Jane Varner. Dr. Skripkus brings expertise in the full breadth of primary care, with emphasis...
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Lompoc Health Welcomes Family Medicine Physician Dr. Laura Nunes
Lompoc Valley Medical Center and Lompoc Health are pleased to welcome board-certified Family Medicine physician Dr. Laura Nunes to the medical staff. Dr. Nunes is now seeing patients at Lompoc Health – North Third Center. She is one of four new physicians recruited by LVMC to expand healthcare services in the community this year.
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Solvang Commission Approves Plans for MRI Facility at Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
The Solvang Planning Commission has approved plans for a new MRI facility at Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. The proposed 2,160-square-foot addition at 2050 Viborg Road would replace the hospital’s current mobile magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) trailer with a permanent facility. City staff said the new space would expand...