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Goleta drone show video receives first-place award

The City of Goleta's Fourth of July Drone Light Show Highlights video received a first-place award at the 2026 California Association of Public Information Officials STAR Awards.

Goleta, CA · 12d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Future of Recreation in Santa Barbara County Deserves Our Attention

What do we want Santa Barbara County to look like in 25-50 years? Decisions will be made by the County Planning Commission about the Recreation Master Plan on November 4 and December 2, 2026. As members of WE Watch (Santa Ynez Valley), we support thoughtful planning for outdoor opportunities. However, one element demands immediate public scrutiny — the Recreation Benefit Program.

Santa Barbara County, CA · 12d

Santa Barbara Independent

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The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association’s “What’s Happening Downtown” Update

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA – The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) invites residents and visitors to experience a lively week of downtown events, including a head start on Halloween fun with the annual Downtown Halloween Trick-or-Treat, exciting activities like Fútbol on State Street, and the vibrant local arts and theater scene through ongoing ARTOBER events, live performances, and creative experiences. From family-friendly festivities to cultural celebrations and culinary experiences, there’s something for everyone in Downtown Santa Barbara! The full list of events can be found in our weekly e-newsletter here.

Santa Barbara, CA · 13d
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Voters Coming in Strong With Ballot Turn-In for the General Election

Ballots for the November 3rd election are coming in at a strong pace. Elections officials also say the white ballot drop boxes are preferred for the rest of the week after Tuesday. The post Voters Coming in Strong With Ballot Turn-In for the General Election appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara County, CA · 12d

Noozhawk

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Scrubbers, Equivalent Now Installed at All Active Carpinteria Cannabis Farms

All of Carpinteria’s 24 operational cannabis farms have installed multi-technology carbon filtration systems or an approved equivalent, while eight have their odor-abatement plans still under review by Santa Barbara County, a county spokesperson confirmed. Kelsey Buttitta said that the remaining 16 operations have had their odor-abatement plans approved by...

Carpinteria, CA · 12d

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Rad Power Bikes and California Shop Sued After E-Bike Front Wheel Allegedly Detaches

A California e-bike rider has filed a lawsuit against Rad Power Bikes, a bicycle repair shop, and related companies after alleging that his electric bike’s front wheel detached while he was braking, causing serious injuries. The lawsuit was filed October 9, 2026, in Santa Barbara County Superior Court. It...

Santa Barbara, CA · 13d

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Summerland Is Getting a New Fire Station

••• The Carpinteria-Summerland Fire District has purchased 2330 Lillie Avenue in Summerland for $5.3 million and will be moving there from 2375 Lillie Avenue (below); no word yet on what will happen to the current station. ••• Car-service company Blacklane announced that it has expanded to Santa Barbara....

Summerland, CA · 13d

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California makes CalFresh easier for college students as grocery costs keep climbing

"A lot of students are second-guessing whether they should apply."

California · 12d

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Polling: Offshore wind strongly supported in California coastal communities

Last week, the University of California, Santa Barbara’s Community Labor Center and The 2035 Initiative released a public opinion poll titled “Offshore Wind Energy on California’s Central Coast: Local Opinions and Priorities.” That poll surveyed 2,316 adult residents in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo — communities immediately offshore of the Morro Bay Wind Energy Area — and found broad support for offshore wind development and implicit agreement about potential community benefits offshore wind development might bring to the region.

California · 14d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Lompoc Unified’s 2026 California School Dashboard Shows Fewer Suspensions, a Graduation Rate Above the State, and Gains for English Learners

LOMPOC, Calif. — Lompoc Unified School District’s 2026 California School Dashboard results show progress in student engagement, school climate and English language development. The district earned the Dashboard’s second-highest rating, Green, for both its suspension rate and its graduation rate, and met the standard on all five local indicators.

Lompoc, CA · 13d

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When Hickey Bros. helped build downtown Carpinteria

Long before Linden Square was envisioned, the 700 block of Linden Avenue was helping shape the heart of downtown Carpinteria. In 1912, Floyd Wesley and Glen Hickey arrived in Carpinteria, purchased property in the 700 block and began building a general merchandise store. Their business, Hickey Bros. Co., is pictured here in an early photograph.

Carpinteria, CA · 17d

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New affordable housing for families opens in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara has a huge need for affordable housing. Rob Fredricks, the Executive Director and CEO of the Housing Association of the City of Santa Barbara, told KCLU, "It is a crushing need in Santa Barbara for affordable housing." He added that the 48 new rental units, 1-, 2-, and...

Santa Barbara, CA · 15d

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Salon Displaced by Bridge Project Sues Santa Barbara for Relocation Costs

A Santa Barbara salon forced to move because of eminent domain has sued the city, asking for more than $1 million in relocation costs. The city used eminent domain to seize and pay for several commercial properties near the De La Vina Bridge Replacement Project site, including the one leased by Mishay Salon.

Santa Barbara, CA · 14d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Full Closure of Northbound U.S. 101 On-Ramp at Linden Ave in Carpinteria Set to Take Place Wednesday, Oct. 28

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Travelers on northbound US 101 in Carpinteria will encounter a full closure of the Linden Ave. on-ramp on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Crews will access the sewer manhole located between the concrete barrier and the sound wall to install a new lining inside the sewer pipe. Northbound travelers will be detoured to enter US 101 at Casitas Pass Rd.

Carpinteria, CA · 15d

Lompoc Record

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Supervisors to discuss hotel, residential development at Vandenberg Village

Santa Barbara County Supervisors on Oct. 20 set for Nov. 17 a hearing in Santa Maria to consider construction of an extended stay hotel and a 60-unit residential development project in Vandenberg Village. County staff reported the Constellation Land Development LLC project seeks to subdivide into two parcels a 5.16-acre...

Santa Barbara County, CA · 15d

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Lompoc Council Grants 2 More Years for Space Base California to Meet Key Milestones

The Lompoc City Council granted another extension to the organization seeking to create a $150-million space-themed entertainment and educational attraction, allowing two more years to meet key milestones, including securing financing for the ambitious project. On Tuesday night, the council voted 4-1 to approve the second extension to Pale Blue...

Lompoc, CA · 14d

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Beloved Crossing Guard of 20 Years Retires from Hope School District

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Students and staff at Vieja Valley Elementary gathered for a rousing and heart-warming send off for the school's beloved crossing guard, Gwendolyn "Gwen" Clark, who hung up her stop paddle and florescent vest after Thursday morning's shift. The 94-year-old volunteer was a comforting presence for children and families getting to and The post Beloved Crossing Guard of 20 Years Retires from Hope School District appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara, CA · 15d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Carpinteria Residents Gain Expanded Access to Household Hazardous Waste Disposal at UC Santa Barbara’s Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. CARPINTERIA, Calif., October 22, 2026—As of October 1, Carpinteria residents can dispose of household hazardous waste for free at the Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center (CHWCC) at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) campus in Goleta. The facility is available to residents on most weekends and accepts a wider variety of household hazardous waste than the City’s twice-monthly collection, providing a convenient additional option for safe disposal.

Carpinteria, CA · 13d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Annual Downtown Santa Barbara Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Decor Contest

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA – Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun in Downtown Santa Barbara! This Saturday, October 24, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, families are invited to bring their little ghouls, goblins, superheroes, princesses, and other costumed characters downtown. More than 50 downtown businesses are participating in this free, family-friendly event, offering a safe and festive way for children to celebrate Halloween while families explore downtown and support local businesses. Look for the orange “Trick-or-Treat” window signs to find participating locations handing out treats and goodies. Costumes are highly encouraged!

Santa Barbara, CA · 13d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Goleta to Permanently Protect Mobile Home Park’s ‘Senior Housing’ Status

This article was underwritten in part by the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund for Social Justice, a proud, innovative supporter of local news. To make a contribution go to sbcan.org/journalism_fund. For decades, University Mobile Home Park in Old Town Goleta has served as housing for folks 55 and older, but until...

Goleta, CA · 16d