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Community By Nestor Manzanares | Wed Jan 21, 2026 | 11:37am

Rethinking Wildfire Through Youth Art at Santa Barbara Central Library

The Santa Barbara County Fire Safe Council presents the winning works from its second annual Wildfire Art Contest.

Community By Ella Heydenfeldt | Mon Jan 12, 2026 | 1:19pm

Leah Weber King, the widow of Dr. King’s youngest son, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 19th annual celebration, which runs January 15-19.

Community By Callie Fausey | Fri Jan 02, 2026 | 4:13pm

Celebrating the first babies of 2026.

Sports By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Dec 18, 2025 | 10:48am

A dedicated youth sports facility and indoor gym is slated to be built on Hollister Avenue in 2027.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Nov 03, 2025 | 2:09pm

The neighborhood festival drew hundreds as Adelante Charter School celebrates 25 years in Santa Barbara.

Fiesta By Callie Fausey | Fri Aug 01, 2025 | 9:19pm

Despite no sponsorship from the official SBHS band, student musicians volunteer time to play with pride.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Jun 16, 2025 | 1:00pm

The library launched its busy summer of teen activities with a community event on State Street.

Community By Christina McDermott | Fri Jun 06, 2025 | 4:38pm

On Thursday, community members and government officials alike celebrated the start of major renovations to one of Santa Barbara’s oldest parks.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu May 15, 2025 | 1:14pm

The large-scale renovation with new multi-sport field and all-abilities playground to continue through spring 2027.

Community By Callie Fausey | Fri Jan 17, 2025 | 10:00am

Despite the city’s desperate need for childcare, prospective preschools face a development process that is often “restrictive, slow, and costly.”