Tajiguas Landfill Officially Opens Recycling, Methane-Energy Plant
Santa Barbara County officials celebrate turning trash into black gold.
Author: Jean Yamamura
Color Theory
According to former VP Mike Pence, “Critical Race Theory teaches children as young as kindergarten to be ashamed of their skin color.”
Sidewalk Trippers
Along with my fellow neighbors, I am submitting this letter to demand that something be done to level out our sidewalks such that we don’t plunge head first into the concrete.
Liberty and Justice for All?
The Supreme Court doesn’t think so.
Bouncy Dogs, Boorish Owners
On July 8, I was surf fishing at the west end of the Santa Claus Lane beach when two large, off-leash dogs bowled into me and knocked me down in shallow water.
The Benefits of Multilingual Learning
Data shows that Latinx and Black students continue to face serious inequities, and as a community we continue to fail to meet their educational needs.
A Neighborhood-Altering Decision
A contested development plan for a smallish lot in Los Alamos is soon to come before a county decision maker.
Caltrans Turns Spotlight on Roadkill Hotspot
A wildlife crossing study for Santa Barbara’s Gaviota Pass begins in August.
A Win for Cannabis and Cuyama Community
Water usage agreement made part of settlement between grower and community; hoped-for template for future marijuana farms.
Four Seasons ‘Furlough’ Contagion Spreads
Montecito Biltmore employee mediation sparks interest in New York flagship hotel, which closed last month for renovations.
