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Opening the Door to Homeownership: The California Dream for All Program

For many Californians, the biggest obstacle to buying a home is not the monthly payment. It is the down payment. Saving that amount, especially in higher-cost areas like Santa Barbara, can feel out of reach even for households with solid incomes and stable jobs. That challenge is even greater for first-generation buyers who do not have family resources to fall back on.

Reconsidering the Closing of State Street

As a small business owner who spends a significant amount of time downtown, I feel compelled to share my perspective on State Street because its current configuration directly affects my business and the overall health of the downtown economy.

Earth Drums

Regarding the Santa Barbara Drum Circle, here’s a little local history.

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