Branded Content
From SBCC Theater to Hollywood: Michael James Lazar’s Journey
A former SBCC theater student reflects on the long road from community college stages to television roles.
From SBCC Theater to Hollywood: Michael James Lazar’s Journey
What Color Is Your News?
Santa Barbara expert on political division drops a truth bomb.
What’s Private About Your Privacy?
How the Homeowner Privacy Protection Act changes the game to protect your information.
Coastal Design Done Right
How to harness the calm, breezy essence of the beach in your home.
Here Comes Santa Barbara Coffee Week!
Introducing the ‘Independent’s first-ever 10-day celebration of our caffeinated culture.
Santa Barbarans’ Gardens
Share your garden with the Santa Barbara Independent! Have the chance to see your garden featured in our Home &
Venezuela Wins World Baseball Classic Title
As of March 17, 2026, Venezuela is now known as having one of the best baseball teams in the history of the game.
Why Trump’s Order to Restart Oil Production Along Santa Barbara’s Coast May Not Be the Final Word
History shows that in California, the battle over Sable Offshore is still ongoing.
Selective Sources
A couple of articles in last week’s issue concerned me.
Lively Lompoc
Lompoc is a town rich in culture, friendly people, a booming space industry, affordable housing, and is a wonderful “bedroom community” close to many Central Coast points of interest and jobs.
