Third District Santa Barbara County supervisor candidate Jenelle Osborne is heading into the March 5 primary election with only $100 in her coffers, according to campaign finance filings. She’s raised the least among the three candidates, so far. “I got into the race late so I didn’t start funding or did any appeals for funds, […]
Incumbent Joan Hartmann leads fundraising for 3rd District race
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Hancock’s first rodeo
Spring roundup Contact ahcrodeo@gmail.com or (805) 357-6324 for vendor or sponsor information, or if you are interested in volunteering to help Allan Hancock College host its first college rodeo. Gates open at 5 p.m. at the Elks Rodeo Grounds on March 14 and 15, and the college rodeo begins at 6:30 p.m. each day. Paloma […]
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New tasting room in Los Olivos showcases Donnachadh Family Wines, made with grapes from their Sta. Rita Hills vineyards
By the glass, flight, bottle Call (805) 699-5802 or visit donnachadh.com for more info on Donnachadh Family Wines and its new tasting room, located at 2938 San Marcos Ave., No. 101, Los Olivos. The venue is open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. One mascot found in a new […]
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Local photographer captures vistas from a kayaker’s perspective, highlights conservation projects
Paddle up Visit chuckgrahamphoto.com for more info on photographer and author Chuck Graham and his new book, Paddling into a Natural Balance: Stories of Kayaking & Conservation Around Channel Islands National Park. The author plans to recount some of his kayaking stories during his lecture on Jan. 26 at 4:30 p.m. at the California Nature […]
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Affordable housing is a foundation for strong communities
A crucial concern that directly impacts our citizens’ well-being lies in the heart of our community: affordable housing. As the CEO of the SLO County Housing Trust Fund, a nonprofit affordable housing revolving loan fund, I want to share the significance of this challenge and advocate for its role in shaping our community’s future. Here’s […]
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Lompoc City Council ignites discussion about ‘safe and sane’ fireworks program finances and enforcement
On Jan. 16 the Lompoc City Council reviewed a report on the safe and sane fireworks program, specifically the “Finances and Options for use of Surplus Fireworks Program Funds.” In order to acquire a permit to sell safe and sane fireworks in Lompoc, the applicant must pay a 4 percent surcharge, and according to the […]
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Rule the roost
Breeding flocks need one rooster for every 10 hens to be successful. You know, fertile eggs, baby! As in eggs that can produce little chickee chicks. With Santa Barbara County’s new rooster regulations, you can’t really breed a flock of more than 10 hens on less than 1 acre, 20 chickens on 2 to 5 […]
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One805 reflects on funding year-round counseling services for firefighters, new equipment purchases for first responders
One805 launched as a nonprofit supporting Santa Barbara County first responders after the 2017-18 Thomas Fire and 2018 Montecito mudslides. “First responders are an essential part of our community, and part of our mission is to encourage people to understand that they need us to appreciate them and help them, and that it’s not an […]
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Political Watch: January 25, 2024
• U.S. Reps. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) and Val Hoyle (D-Oregon) recently introduced comprehensive housing legislation to implement a range of housing and homelessness policy solutions to make affordable housing more accessible for working families across the United States and combat the increase in the number of children and families experiencing homelessness, according to a […]
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Santa Ynez high school district superintendent announces departure
The Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District has two leadership positions to fill after Superintendent Andrew Schwab announced that he will be leaving the district in March. The high school is still searching for a permanent replacement for principal. “The opportunity presented itself to lead a 2,300-student unified K-12 district in the Central Valley […]
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Solvang discusses potential wastewater connection with Los Olivos
Two neighboring communities in the Santa Ynez Valley are looking into possibly aligning their wastewater lines, while some locals worry the project would lure unrelated developers to stream in with it. In early January, the city of Solvang received a request from the Los Olivos Community Services District (LOCSD) to consider exploring the potential impacts […]
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County forecasts balanced budget, despite 3rd District supervisor candidate’s deficit concerns
Santa Barbara County refuted allegations from 3rd District supervisor candidate Frank Troise that the county would be facing a $15 million to $20 million deficit for the next three to four years. Kelsey Gerckens Buttitta, Santa Barbara County’s public information officer, told the Sun that the county is forecasting a balanced budget for its upcoming […]