Take the high road Call (805) 623-5911 for more info on Seoul Street, located at 230 Betteravia Road, suite D, Santa Maria. Formerly known as Mochilicious Society, the eatery is owned by Teresa Choi, who also operates MilkT Society boba shops in Pismo Beach and San Luis Obispo. Choi plans to rebrand both locations under […]
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County resource constraints prevent better jail health care, according to sheriff
During a special meeting to discuss jail health care, Santa Barbara County residents and the Board of Supervisors expressed concerns about care transparency, inmates’ access to timely care, and continued care for individuals once they leave the jail system. While the Sheriff’s Office shared ongoing efforts to address these concerns, jail staffing shortages, inadequate infrastructure, […]
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Good Witch Farm in Lompoc delivers microgreens across the Central Coast, makes them more than a final flourish
Micro-education Keep up with Good Witch Farm’s organic microgreens and edible flowers on Instagram @good_witch_farm. For queries, contact owner Jane Darrah at (805) 757-4120. Often forgotten about until it’s time to make a plate of food look pretty, microgreens and edible garnishes are at the forefront of Lompoc cultivator Jane Darrah’s mind. “I found microgreens […]
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Santa Maria amends ADU ordinance amid lingering frustrations
Since 2018, Santa Maria’s approved 1,526 accessory dwelling units (ADUs), equivalent to eight apartment complexes, leaving residents frustrated with overflowing trash bins, increased traffic, and less parking. “It’s not uncommon for us to see a single-family property with one or multiple ADUs and so it begins to take on a neighborhood characteristic of something that’s […]
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Gallery Los Olivos’ April show transports viewers to a historic cattle ranch
Home on the ranch Voices and Vistas 2024 runs through April 30 at Gallery Los Olivos, located at 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. Visit gallerylosolivos.com for more info on this new solo exhibit of Jim Tyler’s pastel paintings. On Sunday, April 28, Tyler will host a special plein air pastel workshop at the Camatta Ranch […]
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Roy Lee elected as new 1st District Supervisor
Incumbent 1st District Santa Barbara County Supervisor Das Williams called candidate Roy Lee on March 14 to congratulate him on becoming the next supervisor representing Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, and Cuyama come January 2025. “I wanted to do what none of my opponents in 21 years had done, actually have a personal concession and wish him […]
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Local thespian Gale McNeeley brings a poet cockroach to life
Catch the show Email friendssyvlibrary@gmail.com for more info on Gale McNeeley’s upcoming one-man show, sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Santa Ynez Valley, at the Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall. To find out more about McNeeley, visit galemcneeley.org. For better or worse, some actors are inseparable from certain roles they play well, often, […]
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Lompoc’s Off Base at Hangar 7 is a wood-fired heaven
Pizza port Off Base at Hangar 7 is located at 107 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc. The restaurant is open Wednesday through Saturday, from 5 to 9 p.m. For more info, follow the eatery’s Instagram page, @offbaseathangar7. Pepperoni. Pineapple. Prime rib. Pear slices. Curry sauce. Some wood-fired pizzas at Off Base at Hangar 7—a cozy pub […]
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Beso Cocina in Nipomo plates up fusion fare with a Mexican twist
Skip the rush Grab dinner and cocktails at Beso Cocina, 1050 Willow Road, Nipomo. Beso is open Thursday through Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. It’s open until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Reserve a table at 1-(805) 931-7177. Follow it on Instagram @besonipomo. The red flame insignia of Beso Cocina glowed invitingly […]
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SLO REP takes on emotions and deep thinking in What the Constitution Means To Me
Go see it What the Constitution Means To Me will run from March 29 through April 14, Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. SLO REP is located at 888 Morro St. in San Luis Obispo. For more information, visit slorep.org. With the nation smack-dab in the middle […]
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Preliminary election results show low voter turnout during March 5 primary
While ballots are still being counted, Santa Barbara County election results show lower voter turnout than in previous presidential primaries. Michael Daly—Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder, Assessor, and Elections Office chief deputy assessor and registrar of voters—told the Sun that 41.6 percent of registered voters had their ballots counted so far during the March 5 primary. […]
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Firedance Academy showcases Irish dance at Buellton Wine and Chili Festival
Green day The Buellton Wine and Chili Festival takes place on Sunday, March 17, from noon to 4:30 p.m., at the Flying Flags RV Resort and Campground, located at 180 Ave. of the Flags, Buellton. Visit buelltonwineandchilifestival.com for more info. As part of the festival’s live entertainment lineup and in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, […]
