Ellery Wakeman, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Community By Ellery Wakeman | Tue Dec 10, 2024 | 11:30am

Louise Lowry Davis Center Reopens in Downtown Santa Barbara

New features open access to senior center after nearly a decade of renovations.

Community By Ellery Wakeman | Fri Nov 22, 2024 | 3:25pm

Santa Barbara Foundation and United Way report progress toward increasing infant and toddler spaces and trained caregivers in Santa Barbara County.

Schools of Thought By Ellery Wakeman | Wed Nov 20, 2024 | 9:00pm

Innovate DP cultivates independent, critical thinkers.

Schools of Thought By Ellery Wakeman | Wed Nov 20, 2024 | 9:00pm

New series highlights job openings across a variety of fulfilling career paths.

Public Safety By Ellery Wakeman | Fri Oct 25, 2024 | 4:32pm

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office and UCSB release annual regulations for Halloween festivities.

Courts & Crime By Ellery Wakeman | Thu Oct 17, 2024 | 2:00pm

“Starr was dead wrong to argue that the claim was not covered and that it acted reasonably,” said Richard Lloyd, an attorney for the jet owners.

By Ellery Wakeman, photos by Luke Stimson | Wed Oct 16, 2024 | 11:04pm

Locals gather to enjoy trapeze performances and learn about the American Cancer Society’s work.

Public Safety By Ellery Wakeman | Wed Oct 16, 2024 | 4:19pm

A duo who searched for survivors following Montecito’s 1/9 Debris Flow are among the teams sent to states hit by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Community By Ellery Wakeman | Thu Oct 10, 2024 | 1:43pm

More than 60 nonprofits receive grants in the categories of Behavioral Health and Health Care, Food, and Shelter and Safety.

Community By Ellery Wakeman | Mon Oct 07, 2024 | 3:04pm

The nonprofit LEAP collaborates with Central Coast businesses and residents during National Diaper Need Awareness Week.