Traditionally, bedtime revolves around a special routine for children, filled with soft, cozy pajamas and comforting stories read by a loving parent. But for many children—especially those living in unstable environments—such an ideal tradition isn’t necessarily a reality. The nonprofit Pajama Program collects and distributes new pajamas and books to children in need. Since its […]
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Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors postpones fee increase decision
After a brief discussion between board members and county staffers, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to postpone action on another fee increase proposal made by the Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder’s Office. The issue will come up again on Jan. 27. The Clerk-Recorder’s Office is recommending that fees charged by the county […]
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Good morning, Santa Maria!
Local officials and newscasters come together to give residents the scoop on news and sports
Santa Barbara County 4th District Supervisor Joni Gray put down roots in local public radio when she was a sophomore at Santa Maria High School. There, she co-anchored a weekly, half-hour show called Saint Speaking, in which she discussed everything “Saintly”—that is, everything about the goings-on at her now alma mater. “That was quite fun,” […]
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To serve Santa Maria
The City of Santa Maria recently extended its application deadline for several boards and committees, including the Santa Maria All-America City Committee, Code Compliance Board, and Landmark Committee. According to city officials, applications for the Santa Maria Code Compliance Board will be accepted until Jan. 16 at 5 p.m. There will be one appointment made […]
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Santa Barbara County reopens Disaster Loan Outreach Center
On Jan. 12, Santa Barbara County’s U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Center reopened to serve California residents impacted by a string of autumn wildfires, including the Tea Fire in Montecito. The Disaster Loan Outreach Center is located in the Santa Barbara County Administrative Building, 105 E. Anapamu St., in Santa Barbara. The […]
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To burn or not to burn?
A prescribed burn scheduled to begin on Jan. 12 in the Los Padres National Forest has been postponed because of unfavorable weather conditions, according to U.S. Forest Service personnel. The burn was supposed to cover 5,835 acres along Pine Canyon Road near Horseshoe Spring Campground. District Ranger Kathleen Phelps told the Sun, however, that recent […]
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Allan Hancock College will offer head START, faster classes
Allan Hancock College is inviting students to “attend college at the speed of life” by earning a full semester course’s credits in eight weeks through the college’s Fast Track/Term classes. More than 140 eight-week term classes are being offered during the spring 2009 semester. Almost 50 of the classes are being offered at the […]
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Cal Poly Rose Parade float wins first-ever Viewers’ Choice Award
On Jan. 2, “Seaside Amusement” translated into voter amusement when a parade float co-designed and built by the Cal Poly universities won the inaugural KTLA Viewers’ Choice Award for the Tournament of Roses. The float nabbed 3,219 out of a total of 10,618 votes, according to a Cal Poly press release. The float was […]
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Their wishes are your command
The local Make-A-Wish Foundation chapter is looking for more wish granters
When someone suggested in 2000 that Stefanie Hassett get involved with the local chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Santa Maria resident had her doubts.She wasn’t donating money at a fundraiser or volunteering her time—she was contemplating signing up her 10-year-old son, Alex, who was suffering from lymphoma, for his special wish. The decision […]
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New judges take the bench
The Santa Barbara County Superior Court recently announced that there are some new faces on the bench for 2009. Three judges have been sworn into the court system, including Judge Jed Beebe. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger appointed Judge Jean Dandona to fill the seat vacated by Judge Joseph Lodge, who passed away last year. Dandona […]
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Santa Barbara County Supervisors kick off the year with a ceremony
Santa Barbara County Supervisors kick off the year with a ceremony Before it could get down to business on Jan. 6, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors held its 2009 ceremony to install several incoming officials. At the top of the list was new 3rd District Supervisor Doreen Farr. The former Santa […]
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Community Corner
Locals are ‘Speaking of Girls’
Girls—and the successes they’ve achieved over the last few decades—will be the topic of discussion on Jan. 10 at a program presented by the American Association of University Women. “Speaking of Girls” will include presentations from Karen Skole, regional vice president of Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast, and association member Barbara Johnston. […]
