‘Indy’ Interns and Me
Jean Yamamura explains our internship system, and how she started as a proofreader.
Year: 2026
Indy Origins: The Flavor and the Substance Keeps This Contributor Writing
What started as a column pitch turned into a decade of culinary and culture journalism.
Fundraiser Underway for Full Renovation of Children’s Park in Isla Vista
New playgrounds and a barbecue and picnic area are funded, but $1 million is still needed for other park features on the chopping block.
Artist Jonathan Smith Travels to Turkey to Volunteer at the Flying Carpet Children Festival
The Environment Makers Inc. co-founder works to spread joy to refugee children.
A Live Chat with Death Cab for Cutie
The ‘Santa Barbara Independent’ interviewed Death Cab for Cutie at Outside Lands 2026 in San Francisco.
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.
