These are indeed trying times. The hits on my 401k do not allow me to visit my friends in Canada, and my Canadian friends are telling me there is no way in hell they are going anywhere “south of the border.” I will miss them. I can no longer avoid buying Chinese products at Walmart […]
I’ll continue exercising my rights!
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Politicians must realize wind and solar power are not totally reliable
For decades California politicians, mostly Democrats and environmental activists—these days you really can’t tell them apart—have been hell-bent on eliminating fossil fuel as a source of energy. Their claims have been that natural power from the wind and sun was the way to go; isn’t there plenty of each in a state the size of […]
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Shady baby
Richards Ranch sure has a bee in its bonnet about 4th District Santa Barbara County Supervisor Bob Nelson. For the third meeting in a row, the development’s attorney, Beth Collins, has accused the county and Nelson of doing shady things in processing the two concurrent applications for the same project—one that aims to annex 58 […]
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Santa Ynez Band of Chumash opens museum and cultural center
Come on in The Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center is located at 3500 Numancia St. and open Thursdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for teenagers, seniors 65 and older, and active duty military members with identification; and $10 for children ages 3 to 12. […]
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Political Watch: May 15, 2025
• U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) recently announced the five regional winners of this year’s Congressional Women of the Year Award in the 24th Congressional District. “The 2025 Women of the Year winners represent the very best of our region—leaders, educators, advocates, and public servants who have dedicated themselves to uplifting others and driving […]
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Buellton restricts the size of secondary housing units
The Buellton City Council decided to restrict the size and height of accessory dwelling units at a meeting on May 8. An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a completely independent residence with its own kitchens and bathroom, Associate Planner Cara Miralles told the council. She said ADUs can be attached to the main house or […]
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Santa Barbara County Planning Commission supports new zoning to protect 11 senior mobile home parks
Six months after issuing an urgency order to stop mobile home parks for seniors from broadening to welcome all ages, Santa Barbara County is one step closer to something more permanent. Adopted last November by the Board of Supervisors, the temporary moratorium expires on Oct. 25. The board’s intent was to put protections in place […]
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Richards Ranch asks LAFCO to bar Bob Nelson from annexation hearings
A local developer’s lawsuit against Santa Barbara County didn’t delay a recent study session tied to 44 acres of proposed housing and commercial real estate in Orcutt. In a letter dated May 5, attorney Beth A. Collins asked the Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) to postpone its May 8 workshop centered on the Richards Ranch […]
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Free to Roam: Santa Barbara County doesn’t always pursue active felony warrants
Community action If anyone in the county knows the whereabouts of a wanted person, the Sheriff’s Office advises that they call the Santa Barbara Jail at (805) 681-4260. As of early April, more than 1,800 people are wanted on active felony warrants in Santa Barbara County, according to data from the Sheriff’s Office. Fifth District […]
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Ashley and Nik Ramirez’s journey to their Buellton restaurant, Na Na Thai
Thai-m to eat Na Na Thai is located at 225 McMurray Road, unit E, and is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from noon to 8 p.m. Check out @na_na_thai on Instagram and find the menu at nanathaisyv.com. When it comes to ingredients like monosodium glutamate, Ashley and Nik Ramirez don’t let misconceptions prevent them from trying […]
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Coming of age classic Breaking Away screens at the Palm Theatre on May 22
Breaking Away What’s it rated? PG When? 1979 Where’s it showing? The Palm Theatre of San Luis Obispo, May 22 at 7 p.m. Directed by Peter Yates (Bullitt, The Dresser) and written by Steve Tesich (American Flyers) based on his college experiences at Indiana University in Bloomington, this big-hearted film is simply one of most […]
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Your Friends & Neighbors chronicles a man’s fall from grace as it skewers the rich
Your Friends & Neighbors What’s it rated? TV-MA When? 2025 Where’s it showing? Apple TV+ Jon Hamm stars as Andrew Cooper (known as “Coop” throughout the series), an affluent hedge fund manager who finds himself pushed out of his firm and a bit adrift. His ex-wife, Mel (Amanda Peet), and kids live in the house […]