Santa Barbara Expands Lawn Rebate Program to Include Rain Gardens
New incentives encourage residents to save water, recharge groundwater, and rethink their yards as part of the local watershed.
Year: 2025
The Magic of J. Woeste
For nearly three decades, Jefferson Woeste has welcomed locals and visitors alike to his Los Olivos garden shop, where every corner holds a story.
Rooted in Santa Barbara
From coast live oaks to buckwheat, native plants are key to conserving resources, supporting wildlife, and creating resilient gardens.
Organize with Santa Barbara’s Neat Method
Kat Pettey, owner of Neat Method Santa Barbara, helps clients transform messy spaces into streamlined sanctuaries — proving that a tidy home really does mean a clearer mind.
Walls with Personality
How thrifting and a little creativity can turn any blank wall into a statement.
Run Over by ‘Big Car’
David Obst’s new book details how lead in gas drove us all crazy.
Netanyahu, Amalek, and 65,000 Dead Gazans
What happened to Biblical Jericho is happening to Palestinians.
Conception Compassion
Jerry Boylan was an amazing captain who handled his duties as captain very seriously.
Brandon Beaudette Named City of Santa Barbara Library Director
The Santa Barbara City Library will be officially led by Brandon Beaudette, who has been the library’s acting director since April 2024.
Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Alleged ‘Fragrant Felons’
Three suspects arrested for reportedly stealing hundreds of dollars’ worth of cologne and perfume from Ulta Beauty in Goleta’s Camino Real.
