Our Democrat Congress and president have on their agenda universal health care for all. I commend them on this effort. It is a good start, but it does not go far enough. Consider, how often does one go to a medical doctor or a hospital? Does one go once a month? Once a week? Once […]
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Support the lesser of two evils
Christina Renfroe’s letter (“Every human life has value,” Jan. 22) is a fine example of the left-leaning media’s influence on people who do not take the time to research issues for themselves. A simple example of this misinformation is the fact that F-16s (even with Israeli modifications) are classified as fighters, not bombers as Ms. […]
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In-the-mood food
Holidays have long been associated with food and drink, necessities that transform into hedonistic pleasures at certain, festive times of the year. With Valentine’s Day looming, lovers everywhere are combing cookbooks and menus searching for just the right treats to set a romantic mood. For those who harbor a powerful sweet tooth, whipped cream, decadent […]
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Arts Briefs
Students meet Peter and the Wolf Fourth grade students will get an introduction to the Santa Maria Philharmonic Society with a free concert of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf played by the full orchestra. Led by maestro John Farrer, the concert will take place at 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. on Feb. 17 at Calvary […]
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You gotta have hearts
Happy Valentine’s Day! Who doesn’t want to hear those words, accompanied by a heart-shaped box of chocolate, a bouquet of flowers (preferably roses), and a card covered in hearts and flowers (preferably roses)? I know that men, in particular, go nuts this time of year, trying to figure out what the perfect Valentine’s Day gift […]
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Divine comedy comes to Santa Maria Civic Theatre
The work of beloved playwright Neil Simon returns to the Santa Maria Civic Theatre with God’s Favorite. Simon’s small-ensemble casts and intimate settings are perfectly suited to the civic theater stage, and SMCT’s list of past productions is full of them. Simon penned such hit Broadway comedies as Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, […]
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‘Fighting back’ against drugs
A handful of local students, along with three representatives from Fighting Back Santa Maria Valley, are currently participating in the five-day Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America conference in Washington, D.C. Alexis Zamora of Lakeview Junior High, Alison Lodes of Tommie Kunst Junior High, Cynthia Salazar of El Camino Junior High, Virginia Yanez of Fesler Junior […]
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Mothers For Peace accepts applications
San Luis Obispo County’s Mothers For Peace, a local nonprofit concerned with the dangers of nuclear power, is offering two annual scholarships to local students who are passionate about peace, social justice, or the environment. The first award is a $1,000 scholarship available to a college or university student with junior or senior standing. […]
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Learn about Chapman University
Chapman University will be holding two information sessions—Feb. 17 and 18—to educate potential students about the college’s various degrees and learning opportunities. The Feb. 17 session will discuss education programs only. The Feb. 18 meeting will discuss all undergraduate and graduate programs. Both sessions are free, and begin at 5 p.m. at the Santa Maria […]
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Find a new Bluetooth on the sidewalk
Lompoc Phone and Wireless is taking to the sidewalk with a celebration on Feb. 21. From noon to 2 p.m., guests can learn about the business, hear music from “The Beat” (95.7 FM), enjoy free food from Mi Amore Pizza, and enter a drawing to win a Bluetooth headset. The company will also handle refurbishing […]
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Feel the love from the Nipomo Swapmeet
Valentine’s Day may come and go in just a day, but the Nipomo Swapmeet is extending the love to Feb. 15, when kids can pick up Valentine’s Swapmeet Bucks starting at noon. Swapmeet Bucks can be used like cash with participating vendors. Pick them up at the Nipomo Swapmeet office at 263 N. Frontage Road […]
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Santa Maria Town Center tenants open for business
It happened just in time for Valentine’s Day. Gerald’s Chocolate Candies opened on Feb. 5 in the Santa Maria Town Center. Owner Gerald Reed makes fresh treats each day on the lower level of Center Court. Stop by for a sample. On Feb. 6, Semplice Italian Eatery began serving up pizzas in a variety of […]
