Tucked amid the green of the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, Solvang is a quaint destination that appeals to locals and tourists alike. Surrounded by rolling hills and vineyard-covered knolls, Lucky Dogg Winery has found an idyllic setting to call home. The business venture of local vintner Brent Melville, Lucky Dogg has all the makings of […]
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Spotlight on: Poetry and Pose Yoga
Jenya Hubbard, owner
A yoga mat can be much more than a place to stretch and unwind. It can also be a place of discovery and learning, for those who are willing to listen. Jenya Hubbard began taking yoga classes at her local gym 10 years ago. She started classes for the health benefits, but soon discovered that […]
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Ride on: Santa Barbara Segway takes a different route
I love working. Having specific tasks to accomplish and the feeling of finishing them to my best ability—that’s what makes a job well done feel satisfactory. But even the most wonderful workdays need to be balanced out by some fun. When thinking of adventures to embark on, my mind always flashes to normal activities like […]
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Spotlight on: Resolutions Nutrition
Hannah Reed and Patrick Snow, co-owners
Resolutions Nutrition is an instantly inviting business. With lime-green walls, comfortable couches, and a friendly atmosphere, the health club offers not only a wide variety of nutritional shakes, but also the perfect venue to sit down and stay for a spell. Owners Hannah Reed and Patrick Snow moved to California from Newport, R.I. Snow spends […]
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Blake Lockhart
Success isn’t achieved overnight—it’s something that’s derived from countless hours of training. Going into his third year at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, Blake Lockhart has already seen his share of success on and off the volleyball court. Just by the numbers, Lockhart had a standout season during his sophomore year. Making 214 total […]
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Ethan Clardy
Ethan Clardy goes the distance. As the Ernest Righetti High School graduate spends his summer before college in the pool, he is looking forward to what the future has in store and is grateful for the many years he has spent swimming. So many years of practice and payoff have shaped Clardy into the swimmer […]
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Treasures abound at the Nipomo Swapmeet & Fleamarket
As soon as visitors step out of their cars and through the bustling gates that mark the entrance to the Nipomo Swapmeet & Fleamarket, it’s apparent that there is something special about this place. A safari-inspired train chugs along the perimeter of the swap meet, passing by a tranquil garden and festive, brightly painted buildings. […]
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Movies in the Park series provides family-friendly entertainment to Santa Maria in a lively outdoor atmosphere
Santa Maria’s resident fun generator is People for Leisure And Youth, known more colloquially as PLAY Inc. Created in 1997, the group organized for the primary purpose of funding recreational programs in Santa Maria Valley’s parks. Now, PLAY and the city of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department are behind what’s sure to be a […]
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Spotlight on: CA Massage Center
Beth Spinner, Owner
In Santa Maria, there is an 800-square-foot office space that has been completely transformed into something that could not be more different from a stressful work environment. The new CA Massage Center on South Broadway is alive with positivity. An indoor fountain babbles quietly in one corner, and ambient music puts visitors instantly at ease. […]
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Community Corner: Locals help a custody deputy in need
Trevor Carpenter, a father of four and 10-year veteran of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department, was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) on July 5, 2013. After going through several rounds of chemotherapy in the months that followed, he went into remission. This April, he learned that cancer had returned. His doctor told him […]
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Chrisshnay Brown
Playing one sport requires skill and perseverance. But participating in three sports is a feat that some would consider downright impossible. For Lompoc High School senior Chrisshnay Brown, athletics are an important part of her high school experience. Performing her best during the volleyball, basketball, and track seasons isn’t only possible for Brown; it’s a […]
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Spotlight on: Birdeez
Jeff Simeon, founder/CEO, Thomas Kuo, founder/COO
According to the 2011 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife Associated Recreation, 46.7 million Americans consider themselves birdwatchers. What may seem like an uncommon pastime to some is actually a popular activity that encompasses a vast network of enthusiasts who enjoy observing and identifying all types of birds. It’s so popular, two men decided […]