Santa Barbara County will need to fund three new positions in the public guardian’s office, consolidate office space, and eventually purchase more mental health beds to come in compliance with a new state mental health law. “Some of our precious discretionary revenue will be going to this, as it is a mandate,” County Executive Officer […]
County Behavioral Wellness could implement mental health care changes next July
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Buellton youth gymnastics center moves forward with traffic caveats
When it comes to activities geared toward families in Buellton, some city officials fear the list rarely lends itself to young children other than those who love feeding ostriches. While reviewing a conditional use permit request for a proposed youth gymnastics center at the Buellton Planning Commission’s Aug. 15 meeting, two commissioners described the project […]
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Guadalupe wants project bids for Royal Theater remodel
Guadalupe recently released the Royal Theater renovation project’s construction bid and request for proposal for its operator while facing a $3 million funding shortfall. “It’s a key piece of the chain where we need to make sure this does happen,” Guadalupe Mayor Ariston Julian told the Sun. “We’re gathering around what the community needs and […]
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Terri Buzzard takes on new role as Roblar Winery’s executive chef
Wine and dine Call (805) 686-2603 or visit roblarwinery.com for more info on Executive Chef Terri Buzzard’s seasonal menus at Roblar Winery, located at 3010 Roblar Ave., Santa Ynez. While bringing some fresh and exciting additions to Roblar Winery’s brunch, lunch, and dinner menus, the Santa Ynez staple’s new executive chef has some old habits […]
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Best of NSBC 2024
Are you ready to catch all the top dogs and cool cats as they fly by into the winners’ circle? You better hold on, because there are a lot in Northern Santa Barbara County! With more than 160 restaurants, bars, businesses, and community members in this formation, we barely had room in this issue for […]
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Buellton considers historic incentives to fast-track a new bowling alley
With an aim to entice more business developers to work within Buellton’s limits, city officials are hoping to spare some expenses for a long-running bowling alley project in flux. During its Aug. 8 meeting, the Buellton City Council directed staff to research ways to incentivize the project’s completion that could offset some fees associated with […]
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Domoic acid sickens Central Coast marine mammals, raises human health concerns
Mouth foaming. Lethargic and erratic behavior. Muscle spasms. Seizures. Death. Up and down Central Coast beaches, sea lions are suffering the effects of domoic acid poisoning—a neurotoxin produced by a harmful algal bloom that comes around every few years, possibly because of climate change and runoff impacts, Dr. Sam Dover told the Sun. “Sea lions […]
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Las Vegas-based boba chain links with Solvang on Copenhagen Drive
Smooth moves Visit hyggebobatands.com for more info on Hygge Boba Tea and Smoothies, located at 1665 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. The shop is open Sunday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. One Las Vegas resident’s decision to shift careers and buy a boba shop […]
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NEW FLICKS: It’s Just a Lifetime: A Portrait of Craig Nuttycombe
It’s Just a Lifetime: A Portrait of Craig Nuttycombe What’s it rated? Unrated When? Saturday, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m. ($33.98 at my805tix.com) Where’s it showing? The Cambria Center for the Arts (1350 Main St.) Tim Ursuliak and Carman Cookson-Hills co-direct this documentary about retired handyman, local musician, and irascible character Craig Nuttycombe, who in […]
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NEW FLICKS: Land of Bad
Land of Bad What’s it rated? R When? 2024 Where’s it showing? Netflix William Eubank (The Signal, Underwater) co-wrote and directs this action thriller about drone pilot Capt. Eddie Grimm “Reaper” (Russell Crowe), supporting a Delta Force team sent to rescue a CIA spy held by Abu Sayyaf terrorists. After a brutal firefight with the […]
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The Instigators is an amusing mismatched buddy flick
The Instigators What’s it rated? R What’s it worth, Anna? Matinee What’s it worth, Glen? Matinee Where’s it showing? Apple TV Plus Doug Liman (Swingers, The Bourne Identity, Edge of Tomorrow) directs this crime comedy about two hapless robbers—Rory (Matt Damon) and Cobby (Casey Affleck, who co-wrote the script with Chuck MacLean)—who find themselves on […]
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Elverhoj Museum showcases contemporary ceramics in new exhibit
Prolific ceramicist Marianne Steenholdt Bork is the featured artist of the Elverhoj Museum’s new solo exhibition, titled The Lion Has to Be Happy: Contemporary Danish Ceramics. The exhibit opened on Aug. 10 and is scheduled to remain on display through Oct. 27. According to press materials, the featured ceramicist’s works “invite viewers to a world […]