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Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Hosts 27th Annual Intertribal Powwow

Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Hosts 27th Annual Intertribal Powwow

By Christina McDermott

Dancers and drummers from across North America competed and danced in vibrant and often intricate regalia over the hot weekend.

Carpinteria Sees Green at Annual Avocado Celebration

Carpinteria Sees Green at Annual Avocado Celebration

By Leslie Dinaberg, photos by Ingrid Bostrom

The California Avocado Festival is one of the largest free music festivals in the state.

Diaper Drive in Santa Barbara County Raises More than 11,000 Diapers

Diaper Drive in Santa Barbara County Raises More than 11,000 Diapers

Community By Ellery Wakeman

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

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Free Will Astrology

Free Will Astrology

Astrology By Rob Brezsny

‘Moving Together Brings Us Together’

‘Moving Together Brings Us Together’

Community By Clarissa Rios

New Santa Barbara Company Launches Seaweed-Based Scrubs

New Santa Barbara Company Launches Seaweed-Based Scrubs

Business By Caitlin Scialla

Santa Barbara’s Iconic Chaucer’s Books Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Weeks of Festivities

Santa Barbara’s Iconic Chaucer’s Books Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Weeks of Festivities

Business By Hadeel Eljarrari

The Jedi Returns to Santa Barbara, Thanks to DJ Javier

The Jedi Returns to Santa Barbara, Thanks to DJ Javier

Community By Ryan P. Cruz

Cornhole Craze Takes Santa Barbara by Storm

Cornhole Craze Takes Santa Barbara by Storm

Sports By Caitlin Scialla

Artists Shine Bright For Unite to Light

Artists Shine Bright For Unite to Light

Community By Leslie Dinaberg

A Blessed Life: My Father, the Preacher, the Santa Barbara Legend

A Blessed Life: My Father, the Preacher, the Santa Barbara Legend

My Life By Watsuki Harrington

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

History By Sarah Sinclair

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Community

Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Hosts 27th Annual Intertribal Powwow

Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Hosts 27th Annual Intertribal Powwow

By Christina McDermott

Carpinteria Sees Green at Annual Avocado Celebration

Carpinteria Sees Green at Annual Avocado Celebration

By Leslie Dinaberg, photos by Ingrid Bostrom

Diaper Drive in Santa Barbara County Raises More than 11,000 Diapers

Diaper Drive in Santa Barbara County Raises More than 11,000 Diapers

Community By Ellery Wakeman

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History

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

History By Sarah Sinclair

‘We Knew What Was Important’

‘We Knew What Was Important’

History By Cynthia Carbone Ward

The Storke KTMS Towers

The Storke KTMS Towers

History By Justin M. Ruhge

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My Life

A Blessed Life: My Father, the Preacher, the Santa Barbara Legend

A Blessed Life: My Father, the Preacher, the Santa Barbara Legend

My Life By Watsuki Harrington

My Life By Paul Forster

Looking Back at What Was Once the Future

Looking Back at What Was Once the Future

My Life By Cynthia Carbone Ward

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Animals

‘Huge’ Great White Shark Spotted Eating Elephant Seal in Santa Barbara Channel

‘Huge’ Great White Shark Spotted Eating Elephant Seal in Santa Barbara Channel

Environment By Callie Fausey

Birds of Two Feathers Flock Together

Birds of Two Feathers Flock Together

Birding By Hugh Ranson, Member of the Santa Barbara Audubon Society

‘Condor Express’ Evokes Cetacean Elation in Santa Barbara Channel

‘Condor Express’ Evokes Cetacean Elation in Santa Barbara Channel

Animals By Callie Fausey

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Adoptable Pets

Cleo

Adoptable Pets By Lisa Acho Remorenko

Adoptable Pets By Lisa Acho Remorenko

Dude, Teacup, Spoon, Trivet, Stuart, and Kevin

Dude, Teacup, Spoon, Trivet, Stuart, and Kevin

Adoptable Pets By Lisa Acho Remorenko

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Travel

Hip Hotel in the Heart of Solvang

Hip Hotel in the Heart of Solvang

Travel By Leslie Dinaberg

Bikepacking Through Los Padres National Forest

Bikepacking Through Los Padres National Forest

Travel By Alia Salim

Location, Location, Staycation

Location, Location, Staycation

Travel By Leslie Dinaberg

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Society Matters

S.B. Sea Shells Hosts Sips & Ships Fundraiser

S.B. Sea Shells Hosts Sips & Ships Fundraiser

Society Matters By Gail Arnold

Community Environmental Council Hosts Green Gala

Community Environmental Council Hosts Green Gala

Society Matters By Gail Arnold

The Granada’s Centennial Legends Gala is a Grand Affair

The Granada’s Centennial Legends Gala is a Grand Affair

Society Matters By Gail Arnold

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Science & Tech

UCSB Takes On Father Time

UCSB Takes On Father Time

Science & Tech By Tyler Hayden

UC Santa Barbara Art Professor Lisa Jevbratt Explores History of Plants Through Textiles

UC Santa Barbara Art Professor Lisa Jevbratt Explores History of Plants Through Textiles

Science & Tech By Debra Herrick, UCSB's 'The Current'

UC Santa Barbara Undergrads Design Innovative Weight Workout Machine That’s Accessible to People Who Use Wheelchairs

UC Santa Barbara Undergrads Design Innovative Weight Workout Machine That’s Accessible to People Who Use Wheelchairs

Science & Tech By James Badham, UCSB’s ‘The Current’

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Cardio Confidential

Bridge to Fitness in Santa Barbara’s Loreto Plaza

Bridge to Fitness in Santa Barbara’s Loreto Plaza

Cardio Confidential By Amy Ramos

Hiding in Plain Sight

Hiding in Plain Sight

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos

Hot Stuff, Cool Vibes

Hot Stuff, Cool Vibes

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos

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Sports

San Marcos Water Polo Defeats Rival Dos Pueblos 9-4 in Channel League Contest

San Marcos Water Polo Defeats Rival Dos Pueblos 9-4 in Channel League Contest

Sports By Victor Bryant

SBART Press Luncheon: Liliana Rodriguez and Oscar Mauia Receive Athlete of the Week Awards

SBART Press Luncheon: Liliana Rodriguez and Oscar Mauia Receive Athlete of the Week Awards

Sports By Victor Bryant

UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly Battle to 0-0 Tie in Men’s Soccer

UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly Battle to 0-0 Tie in Men’s Soccer

Sports By Victor Bryant

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The Cannabis Corner

Iration x Autumn Brands Launch Party

Iration x Autumn Brands Launch Party

Cannabis By Leslie Dinaberg

Megan’s Organic Market Opens Friendly Dispensary in Old Town Goleta

Megan’s Organic Market Opens Friendly Dispensary in Old Town Goleta

Living By Samantha Durbin

Santa Barbara’s Happy Chance Gets Concentrated

Santa Barbara’s Happy Chance Gets Concentrated

The Cannabis Corner By Matt Kettmann

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Outdoors

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

Blending Beauty and History on a Riviera Hillside

History By Sarah Sinclair

Buellton Community Garden to Have Official Opening on September 7

Buellton Community Garden to Have Official Opening on September 7

Outdoors By Lauren Chiou

Hugging the Big Sur Coast

Hugging the Big Sur Coast

Outdoors By Chuck Graham

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Art

UC Santa Barbara’s Art, Design & Architecture Museum Gifted with Kendrick Bangs Kellogg Archives

UC Santa Barbara’s Art, Design & Architecture Museum Gifted with Kendrick Bangs Kellogg Archives

Art By Debra Herrick, UCSB’s 'The Current'

‘Today’s Today Is Today’ Brings Multi-Generational Artists Together at UC Santa Barbara

‘Today’s Today Is Today’ Brings Multi-Generational Artists Together at UC Santa Barbara

Art By Debra Herrick, UCSB’s ’The Current'

Profile of an Alter Ego

Art By Debra Herrick, 'UC Santa Barbara Magazine'

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Business

Santa Barbara’s Soul Bites Stays Open

Santa Barbara’s Soul Bites Stays Open

Business By Christina McDermott

Laetitia Winery Bought by Longtime Winemaker

Laetitia Winery Bought by Longtime Winemaker

Business By Matt Kettmann

Battle over 250-Room Garden Street Hotel in Santa Barbara Continues

Battle over 250-Room Garden Street Hotel in Santa Barbara Continues

Business By Ryan P. Cruz

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Education

From Online to On-Campus, from Death Valley to Del Playa

From Online to On-Campus, from Death Valley to Del Playa

Education By Tia Trinh

High School Students Get a Jump Start Through UC Santa Barbara Summer Research Programs

High School Students Get a Jump Start Through UC Santa Barbara Summer Research Programs

Education By Tia Trinh

UC Santa Barbara and Tuskegee University Join Forces

UC Santa Barbara and Tuskegee University Join Forces

Education By Debra Herrick, UCSB's 'The Current'

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