Each fall on the Central Coast, a group of amateur chefs delivers a display of culinary wizardry with a distinctly masculine flair. With October well underway, it’s time to head to the westernmost wilds of Solvang for Real Men Cook, a vital fundraiser disguised as a friendly competition and local wine showcase. Slated for Oct. […]
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Everybody dies from life
Tamales, mole, bread, candies, and tequila, set against a backdrop of bright orange marigolds, candles, and colorful flags—together these treats make up a feast fit for a king of yore, but these days, such a spread is likely intended to pamper the dead. Dia de Los Muertos is a holiday Latinos set aside to […]
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If you could pick one famous person to play you in a movie about your life, who would it be?
Nate Bodary park ranger “Jack Black. This last summer, at Lake Cachuma, there was a comedy of errors.” Joseph Bodary student “Morgan Freeman. He’s just a cool actor.” Shena Grizzanti health worker “Angelina Jolie. She’s a strong woman—at least in her movies—and that would represent me perfectly.” Joe Heliler postal office employee “Derek Jeter. I […]
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Political Watch 10-15
• Santa Maria Valley Republicans Inc. invites members of the public to its monthly membership meeting on Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. at Ambrosia Restaurant, 122 E. Boone St., in Santa Maria. The guest speaker will be Billie Jo Cravello, owner of Cravello Insurance Services, who will be sharing her views and insights on the […]
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Community Notebook 10-15
FRIDAY, OCT. 16 • The Santa Maria City/County Coalition for the Homeless has its regular meeting from 10 a.m. to noon at the Betteravia Government Center conference room, 511 East Lakeside Parkway. • The Lompoc City/County Coalition for the Homeless has its regular meeting from noon to 1 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors Conference […]
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The race is on
[image-2] It seems like just yesterday Santa Barbara County residents were waiting to see who would replace the retiring Brooks Firestone as 3rd District Supervisor. And now, a little more than a year later, the race to replace 5th District Supervisor Joe Centeno—set to retire in 2010—is well underway. The election is set for […]
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Buddhist Church celebrates longevity
On Oct. 17, the Buddhist Church will be celebrating its centennial anniversary in Guadalupe at 1070 Olivera, starting at 10 a.m. with a group picture in front of the church, followed by a centennial service 30 minutes later. Bishop Koshin Ogui, who is coming from the Bay Area, will head the special service. “There will […]
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Santa Maria housing plan is up for discussion
The city of Santa Maria is in the process of updating the housing portion of the Santa Maria General Plan, and is seeking written comments from the public. This section of the plan includes the city’s policy for the development, maintenance, and improvement of housing within Santa Maria city limits. The proposed document also includes […]
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Santa Barbara County prepares for (swine) flu season
Earlier this month, the H1N1 virus—commonly referred to as the swine flu—claimed its first known victim in Santa Barbara County. According to a press release from the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, the girl, whose name and age weren’t released, had suffered from a chronic medical condition prior to contracting the flu. In an […]
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Union Valley Parkway lawsuit may be dismissed
The city of Santa Maria has reached a settlement with local nonprofit Orcutt Citizens for Better Environment over a lawsuit contesting the extension of Union Valley Parkway through the Orcutt area. Santa Maria’s Senior Assistant City Attorney Wendy Stockton told the Sun the settlement has been “completed from the city’s end” and approved by Mayor […]
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Delta II rocket carrying imaging satellite launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base
Roaring off into clear, blue skies, a Delta II rocket successfully launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base on Oct. 8, carrying an advanced Earth imaging satellite into polar orbit. “There really is nothing quite as exciting as seeing one of these powerful little rockets jump off the pad,” 30th Space Wing commander Col. David Buck […]
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Clubs & Meetings
4-H welcomes anyone interested in the group to sign up now. Find a nearby club by contacting the Santa Barbara County 4-H Office at 692-1730 or zmhughes@ucdavis.edu. ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL, INC. of SANTA MARIA, a nonprofit business and professional organization, meets the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., in the Altrusa Theatre of the Santa […]