A Live Chat with Death Cab for Cutie
The ‘Santa Barbara Independent’ interviewed Death Cab for Cutie at Outside Lands 2026 in San Francisco.
Year: 2026
Feds Moving at Full Throttle to Reverse Roadless Rule Protecting National Forests
A public comment period is now open on the proposed rule change that would allow logging and roadbuilding on National Forest land — including 635,000 acres of Los Padres National Forest.
California Divided over Ocean Conservation Proposals, Including Creation of Marine Protected Area off Carpinteria Coast
Proposals to strengthen and expand the state’s MPA network get support from California’s Ocean Protection Council after the state’s Department of Fish and Wildlife recommends denial.
Tiffany & Co.’s ‘Bird on a Rock’ Collection Sparkles in the Afternoon Sun at the El Encanto
After stops in Aspen and the Hamptons, the high-end jewelry brand’s Summer Garden Series made its final stop in Santa Barbara.
Film Review | Legend Has It
‘Late Fame,’ a refreshingly subtle indie film, extends ripe spotlight to Willem Dafoe.
Wine Harvest Starts Super Early, But Could End Closer to Normal
Santa Barbara County winemakers report on the progress of vintage 2026.
Strong Support for Devon Wardlow
I am writing to express my strong support for Devon Wardlow as the next member of the Santa Barbara City Council representing the Fourth District.
How Hostages, Ayatollahs, Eisenhower, Trump, and Kinkos Lead to Santa Barbara
The Poodle explains the history of Iran that nobody remembers.
Put People First, not Cars
A renaissance of activity has happened with State Street remaining car-free.
Affordable Birthday Parties
I’ve had and attended many birthday parties at the beach and have never been disappointed.
