Local Author Debbie Jenae Receives 2026 Eric Hoffer Book Award
SANTA YNEZ, CA. May 19, 2026—Debbie Jenae has received Honorable Mention from the 2026 Eric Hoffer Book Awards in self-help
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The Arlington Theatre Hosts an Opening Night VIP Experience for ‘STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU’ on the Arlington Courtyard Patio
Santa Barbara, California ¾ May 19, 2026 – The Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara, CA will host a special VIP event on
Loss of Innocent Life Leaves a Lasting Effect
A visiting judge’s decision to impose a sentence of probation instead of prison left Carly Howard’s family deeply disappointed and struggling with the feeling that the impact on the victim and her loved ones was overshadowed by the focus on the defendant.
Erin Brings Fin-tastic Energy to The Indy Awards
Thank you to everyone who joined us in person at our Indy Awards — the results will be out in
County Clerk, Recorder, Assessor: Time for a Change
Melinda Greene has a distinguished career at the county and is widely admired for her dedication, honesty, and commitment to the people of this county.
Kyle Slattery for Auditor-Controller
It is with pleasure that I endorse my friend and trails colleague Kyle Slattery for Santa Barbara County Auditor-Controller.
How Many Times?
It’s odd that the Independent failed to report that Mitchell Grant Grote was arrested in 2023 for critically stabbing in the neck another man, even though it covered that 2023 incident.
Costly Blunder of Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant
If past is prologue, extending Diablo Canyon will be a costly blunder.
The 40th Annual I Madonnari Festival Returns
A beloved cultural tradition transforms the Mission plaza and opens creative pathways for new generations of artists.
Prepárate para el Verano de Read-A-Palooza que comienza el 1 de junio
GOLETA, CA, 19 de mayo de 2026 – ¡Celebra el verano con nuestro Programa de Lectura de Verano Read-A-Palooza en
