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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Seeing smoke on the Central Coast? Here's what's causing it

A large plume of smoke visible from parts of the Central Coast on Saturday morning came from a scheduled prescribed burn east of Santa Maria, according to Santa Barbara County Fire. Capt. Michael Gray, a department spokesperson, confirmed Saturday that the smoke was coming from a prescribed burn in Tepusquet Canyon. He said no other fire incidents were pending. The smoke was visible from Highway 101 near Nipomo and on the ALERTCalifornia Tepusquet Peak camera Saturday morning. The fire department announced plans to burn up to 289 acres of brush and oak understory from Friday through Sunday, depending on weather conditions. The prescribed burn is intended to reduce wildfire risks and improve native vegetation. The department advised people sensitive to smoke to limit strenuous outdoor activities. Residents can also check the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District’ s prescribed-burn map for information on planned and past burns.

Santa Maria, CA · 2d

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Report identifies SLO County beaches at risk for severe flooding

A new report from UC Davis identifies six areas of California at risk for severe coastal flooding during the winter of 2026-2027, including the Avila Beach and Pismo Beach areas of San Luis Obispo County. A combination of a Kelvin Wave, King Tides, and El Nino conditions are likely to...

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 1d

San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Record-breaking El Niño could hit SLO County. Join us for a live forum

As the Central Coast braces for a historic Super El Niño, the San Luis Obispo Tribune will host a virtual panel discussion on how residents can prepare for the rain, high tides and potential flooding. Meteorologist John Lindsey and SLO County Emergency Operations Center Director Scotty Jalbert will answer questions on Zoom about the El Niño on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 7 p.m. The panel will be moderated by San Luis Obispo Tribune reporter Stephanie Zappelli. People can register for the free event at bit.ly/4z1fVS7 . During the event, Lindsey will explain how an El Niño develops and how it is expected to impact the Central Coast. Forecasting models predict a record-breaking El Niño this winter, which would bring strong storms, elevate sea levels and create conditions for flooding in San Luis Obispo County — especially on the coast. So far, the forecast calls for a typical November and December, with large storms in January, February and March, but no one can be certain about the weather until it arrives, he said. Jalbert will also speak at the event to help county residents sign up for emergency alerts and take action to prepare their household for winter. The

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 1d

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Santa Maria veteran finds brotherhood, purpose after combat service

For Alejandro Arredondo, leaving the Army meant more than returning home. It meant learning how to live without the brotherhood, structure and sense of purpose that had defined nearly a decade of his life. A Santa Maria native, Arredondo served nine years on active duty in the U.S. Army, completing...

Santa Maria, CA · 3d

San Luis Obispo Tribune

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‘A sin to God': Pismo Beach candidate accused of harassing trick-or-treaters

A candidate for Pismo Beach mayor is being accused of screaming at children trick-or-treating at her Shell Beach home, even calling one of them a “sin to God.” When Pismo Beach resident Katt Winter took her three kids out for trick-or-treating on Halloween, she didn’t expect to encounter mayoral candidate Shelby Bowen, much less hear the candidate condemn her child, she told The Tribune. Winter and her kids — a pair of 12-year-old twins and 16-year-old River — were greeted by Bowen at the first house they stopped at while trick-or-treating in the neighborhoods near Dinosaur Caves Park, as they have for the past decade. River, an autistic transgender girl, said she was taken aback when Bowen offered her a Christian pamphlet along with candy. When she declined to accept the pamphlet — titled “ A Pumpkin Tale ” by Christin Ditchfield — the situation escalated, River said. “She grabbed me ... very firmly, and forced the pamphlet into my trick-or-treat bag that I was using to transport candy,” River said. “She was telling the little kids, like 5-year-old girls, to vote for her, and she said to little kids that ‘You have met the mayor.’” River said Bowen also

Pismo Beach, CA · 3d

Lompoc Record

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Veterans Day ceremonies, community events planned across Central Coast

Veterans, military families and community members across the Central Coast will gather Wednesday to honor those who served in the U.S. armed forces, remember those who died in service and recognize the sacrifices made by military families. Observances planned in Lompoc, Orcutt, Santa Maria, Guadalupe and Solvang will include memorial...

Lompoc, CA · 18h

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San Luis Obispo County under coastal flood, high surf advisories

Those living in low-lying San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara county’s coastal communities are under a flood advisory until Monday at 10 p.m. In a high-surf-advisory, the National Weather Service warns beachgoers that large waves can knock people of rocks and capsize boats. “There is an increased risk for...

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 2d

News Channel 312

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Turkey Drive: Good Samaritan Shelter helps local homeless veteran through stroke recovery

After suffering two strokes, a local Army veteran is now rebuilding his life, overcoming major obstacles and finding a fresh start with help from Good Samaritan Shelter. The post Turkey Drive: Good Samaritan Shelter helps local homeless veteran through stroke recovery appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Maria, CA · 17h

Santa Barbara Independent

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Design Review Board to Consider Hollister Avenue Roundabout Monument Sign on November 10

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. GOLETA, CA, November 5, 2026 – The City of Goleta invites the public to participate in an upcoming Design Review Board (DRB) meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Goleta City Council Chambers (130 Cremona Drive). The DRB will review three design concepts for a proposed monument sign at the eastern roundabout of Hollister Avenue and Ward Drive as part of Project Connect.

Goleta, CA · 1d

KSBY News

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Local leaders want your thoughts on the Updated Nipomo Community Plan

A plan for the next 30 years in Nipomo is almost finished, but local leaders still want to hear your voice.

Nipomo, CA · 1d

The Cool Down

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After 2023 floods, California county puts emergency kits and clean gutters on El Niño checklist

Preparations for heavy rain are only part of what Konopa recommended to locals.

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 1d

Santa Barbara Independent

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IVCSD Founding General Manager Jonathan Abboud Announces Departure Effective Summer 2027

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Isla Vista, CA — Isla Vista Community Services District (IVCSD) founding General Manager Jonathan Abboud announced that he will step down in Summer 2027, concluding nearly a decade leading the local government he helped establish and more than 16 years of involvement in the Isla Vista community.

Isla Vista, CA · 20h

KSBY News

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Measure extending Pismo Beach mayoral term in close race

As of Monday, early San Luis Obispo County results show Measure E-26 leading, with 55% of voters supporting four-year terms for mayor instead of two.

Pismo Beach, CA · 19h

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El Niño Is Back. Atmospheric Rivers Are Lining Up. And 98% of California Homeowners Have No Flood Policy

Oregon is getting hammered. A powerful atmospheric river swept across the Pacific Northwest this week, bringing flooding, landslides, and heavy coastal damage before the system turned south. Forecasters say another storm system is expected to reach San Luis Obispo County by mid-week, moving into Southern California by Friday, with more behind it.

California · 2h

News Channel 312

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Multiple Hospitalizations from Santa Barbara Half-Marathon Under Investigation

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Over the weekend, Santa Barbara cheered on the more than 7,500 runners who took part in the annual Half-Marathon and 5k. The event welcomed participants from 45 states and 18 countries to the scenic course that took them through State Street to the Mesa, to East Beach, and more. But the The post Multiple Hospitalizations from Santa Barbara Half-Marathon Under Investigation appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

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Ceremonies Set to Salute Service and Sacrifice of Military Veterans

Veterans Day ceremonies are planned across Santa Barbara County on Wednesday including the inaugural Field of Honor featuring lighted flags at a Santa Maria park. Assorted events will mark the day to honor the sacrifice and service of current and former military members. In Santa Barbara, the Veterans of Foreign...

Santa Barbara County, CA · 1d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Downtown Santa Barbara to Celebrate Grand Opening of Cuso’s with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA – The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) is pleased to celebrate the newest chapter of Cuso’s with a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, November 14, at 2:00 PM at 609 State Street.

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

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Officials work to protect new olive ridley sea turtle nest in Ventura County

VENTURA, Calif. — An olive ridley sea turtle laid its eggs on a beach in Ventura this month. This marks the first olive ridley nesting in the city’s history. This follows two other Southern California olive ridley nestings in Seal Beach and Huntington Beach in September. Those were the first documented instances of any sea turtle naturally laying eggs on the U.S. West Coast ever, according to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA).

Ventura, CA · 2d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event for City of Santa Barbara Residents

SANTA BARBARA, CA – November 9, 2026. The City of Santa Barbara’s Sustainability & Resilience Department and MarBorg Industries are hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Santa Barbara City College’s La Playa Stadium Parking Lot 2-C (136 Loma Alta Dr, Santa Barbara). City of Santa Barbara residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste.

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

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El Niño Just Pushed California’s Ocean to the Highest Levels Ever Recorded, and NOAA Says More Is Coming

Roads flooded, water pushed into homes and businesses, and tide gauges that have been recording for more than a century logged numbers they had never seen before. That was the California coast between Oct. 24 and 30, and NOAA has now explained what made it happen. The NOAA National Ocean...

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