Purple Reign: Buellton Mayor Pushes Past Partisanship to Make City ‘Simply Fabulous’
Up for reelection this November, David Silva reflects on his rapid rise and practicality-first approach in the politically purple town.
Author: Christina McDermott
Santa Barbara Supervisors Uphold Limit on Seniors’ Rent Hike
The owner of Del Cielo Mobile Estates in Orcutt petitioned to overturn an independent arbitrator’s decision to limit a rent increase at the seniors-only mobile home park.
Buellton Sued over New Law Prohibiting Long-Term Stays at Motels on Avenue of Flags
The owner of the Farmhouse Motel has sued the city, alleging the ordinance illegally removes the motel’s affordable units and targets the Farmhouse specifically.
Community Members Talk Garden Use and Trail Access for Project Near San Ysidro Ranch
Santa Barbara County’s Trails Advisory Committee discusses botanic garden near luxury hotel in Montecito.
Santa Barbara Nonprofit Holds All-Hands Meeting on Homelessness
Topics included the rise in vehicular homelessness, the impact of federal cuts to social services, and new resources to help prevent homelessness.
All Booked | Hunger is So Heavy
Christina McDermott compiles a collection that centers around the theme of hunger.
Federal Judge Dismisses Mission LLC’s Lawsuit Against State, City of Santa Barbara
Judge Hernán D. Vera says the unripe lawsuit, which involves the proposed eight-story housing project behind the Santa Barbara Mission, raises “serious constitutional questions” and is allowing the developers to modify their complaint.
City of Solvang to Break Up 40-Year Partnership with Sheriff’s Office?
The city council has voted to start negotiations with the Lompoc Police Department for law enforcement services.
Santa Barbara County Nonprofits, Charities Working to Help Feed People Impacted by CalFresh Changes
About 5,400 people in the county face losing their food benefits due to the Trump administration’s new requirements.
Parading with Pride Around Santa Barbara County
Celebrations, drag history, and long-lost bars.
