TUESDAY, DEC. 8 • The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has its regular meeting at 9 a.m. in the Betteravia Government Center’s Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, 511 E. Lakeside Parkway, suite 141, Santa Maria. Agendas are available at santabarbara.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx#current. • The Guadalupe City Council has its regular meeting at 6 p.m. in […]
Community Notebook 12.03
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Hobnobbing With Helen
Sometime after 7 p.m., one Saturday a year, the Elks Lodge on Bradley Road is filled with giddy, excited screams as 57 raffle winners of gift-laden, decorated trees are announced. The winners scream. Their friends scream. People who don’t even know them scream. What a hoot! The event this year was the 19th annual Holiday […]
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If Abel goes, who will take his place?
The Central Coast is on track to have one of its own in statewide office. On Nov. 23, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger named state senator and former Santa Maria mayor Abel Maldonado as lieutenant governor. As of press time, his confirmation by the Legislature was still pending. “I’m honored to take on the position of lieutenant […]
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Drawing the lines
A little more than a year ago, California voters narrowly approved Proposition 11, also known as the Voters FIRST Act, which changes the way the state’s legislative and Board of Equalization districts are drawn. Up until now, the state’s Senate and Assembly members have been responsible for drawing their own districts—a fact many people frowned […]
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Let your light shine at Marian Medical Center
For many people, the holidays are a time to gather with friends and family. Some they see every day, and others are seen on a rare basis. However, for some, loved ones have passed on. Marian Hospice will be holding an annual remembrance event, Light Up a Life, on Dec. 3 in front of Marian […]
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Former county employee pleads no contest to perjury charge
Gil Armijo, a former aide to 5th District Supervisor Joe Centeno, was scheduled to go to trial earlier this month over a felony charge stemming from a DUI case. On Nov. 16, however, the 58-year-old Santa Maria resident pleaded no contest to the single count of perjury. According to court documents, Armijo is scheduled to […]
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Santa Barbara County supervisors approve controversial spay/neuter ordinance
After months of deliberation and several lengthy public comment periods, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors voted 3-1-1 at its Dec. 1 meeting to approve an ordinance that will require pet owners living in unincorporated parts of the county to spay and neuter their dogs and cats. The ordinance is expected to take effect […]
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Santa Maria mourns former city councilman’s passing
Former Santa Maria City Councilmember Leo Trujillo, who was known for his fiscally conservative budgeting and active community involvement, died on Nov. 29 at Marian Medical Center in Santa Maria. He was 76 years old. Trujillo was admitted to the hospital on Nov. 24 and underwent surgery for a ruptured aortic valve, the city announced […]
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The fair’s looking for exhibitors
It’s never too early to start preparing for the 2010 Santa Barbara County Fair. The Santa Maria Fairpark is already beginning to register independent livestock exhibitors for the event, held next year from July 14 to 18. Independent exhibitors aren’t affiliated with 4-H, Future Farmers of America, or the Grange Club. Exhibitors must be at […]
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Play it loud
Calling all musicians! The Central Coast now has a unique place for kids and musicians of all ages and from all genres to practice their musical talents in a soundproof environment. Owner Brent Gorton has 30 years of playing experience and gives lessons in guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and vocals. Equipment is available for rental, […]
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Go Italian in Nipomo
Chef Miguel Zambrano invites Italian food lovers to tantalize their taste buds and enjoy great service at Tahlia’s, his new restaurant in Nipomo. Zambrano, formerly of Giuseppe’s in Pismo Beach, opened Tahlia’s to provide the authentic tastes and the quaint atmosphere of old-world Italy. Daily specials include fresh local seafood, pasta, and pizza. Located at […]
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Caroling, caroling
Catch the spirit of the season with children singing Christmas carols at the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas luncheon on Dec. 9. A group of 81 kindergarten through eighth-grade students from Orcutt Academy will perform at the event. A donation of $25 will help the chamber provide free lunches and gift bags […]