The future of any community is in the hands of its children. Children thrive when the ground beneath them is stable. Yet for many families, the essentials ...

This is the season of gratitude — and all of us at Noozhawk are deeply grateful for you. Whether you’ve read us for the last 18 years or discovered us ...

Let the games begin. Santa Barbara's iconic Game Seeker store is back, and seemingly better than ever. The game store plans ...

Pennies may be going away, but the Lucky Penny is here to stay. The U.S. Mint announced on Nov. 12 that after 232 years it would stop making pennies. The ...

For those who may not have a home to go to on Thanksgiving, the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission served a hot meal to homeless ...

The steep downhill trail to the early 19th century Forbush Flat campsite stretches only two miles, but you drop 1,000 feet ...

A former Santa Barbara Police Department commander recently surrendered his Peace Officer Training Standard license amid an investigation for misconduct ...

From exceptional performances to transformative outreach, State Street Ballet shows how dance can enrich lives and strengthen community ...

From the pool to the court, Carpinteria High athletics turned in several strong team campaigns competing in the Citrus Coast League this fall. Standout ...

Traditionally, we sure do spot a lot of blue sharks in November and December. They frequently come nosing around the boat when we are catching rockfish ...

A Santa Maria Valley man whose driver’s license had been suspended several times due to his seizure disorder must stand trial on a second-degree murder ...

Tucked into the cool coastal influence of Santa Barbara County, Lumen Wines continues to carve out a distinct identity rooted in place, philosophy and ...