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This Saturday, July 18th, from 11 AM to 1 PM, join thousands across the nation at the Dolphin Fountain on Stearns Wharf for a powerful, peaceful rally celebrating democracy and the right to vote—honoring John Lewis’s legacy of making “good trouble.” Organizers urge citizens to stand firm against voter intimidation, including ICE and National Guard presence, and to show up with signs demanding free...

Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation just awarded $53,000 in scholarships to 12 local students pursuing healthcare careers, fueling a growing initiative that’s now seven years strong and backed by community generosity. These recipients—recent grads, current students, and even hospital staff—are building the future of local care, from nurses to radiology techs, while many already give back...

Karen Ann Cornick, a devoted Air Force major and nurse who touched countless lives with her grace and strength, passed away at 69 from colon cancer complications. A standout swimmer from Santa Barbara, she earned her nursing degree and later a master’s, dedicating decades to service, faith, and family. After retiring from the Air Force in 2016, she found joy in Idaho’s mountains with her husband R...

Jeanne Paredes, beloved wife, mother, and community pillar, passed away at 78 after a lifetime of love and service—her legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched, from her Minnesota roots to her California youth, and finally in the quiet grace of her South Carolina home with her devoted husband Leonard by her side. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/d...

Goleta’s unveiling a major new draft plan for its coastline — the Local Coastal Program — and you’re invited to weigh in before it becomes law. This legally required blueprint, set to become Chapter Eleven of the city’s General Plan and Title Eighteen of its zoning code, outlines how land use, development, and coastal protection will be managed. Shaped through collaboration with state regulators a...

Santa Maria’s holiday season turned explosive — literally — as illegal fireworks caused severe injuries, including the loss of fingers and a hand, and sparked eleven fires, overwhelming emergency crews. Mayor Alice Patino sounded the alarm, noting a dramatic spike compared to past years. A multi-agency task force, even deploying an aircraft, is cracking down with over 120 expected citations, while...

Boaters, get ready for a major change at Stearns Wharf—Fools Anchorage is shutting down the free anchor days and rolling out seventeen new mooring balls by summer’s end. No more just dropping your anchor; now you’ll need a permit, proof of insurance, and Harbor Patrol approval. This upgrade isn’t just cosmetic—it’s a safety and infrastructure lifeline, protecting critical pipelines and sensitive w...