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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a glitch led to an FAA review, SpaceX resumed Falcon 9 flights yesterday from Vandenberg by launching 25 Starlink satellites at 12:58 p.m. SpaceX plans another Starlink mission on Wednesday (with booster recovery) to continue its debris reduction tests. Noozhawk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ethan Hawke received the American Riviera Award at the Arlington Theatre during the 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival Saturday, Feb. 7. The event honored his performance in Blue Moon and featured tributes by Jeff Bridges and country hero Charlie Crockett. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ At the Variety Artisans Awards in Santa Barbara, K Pop icon Ejae and other talents were honored for their work in film and music; the event featured panel discussions and interviews with industry masters including Alexander Desplat and Jack Fisk (notable honorees) as part of a celebration of excellence. KEYT
- ➤ You Had to Be There is a documentary that recalls Toronto's 1970s comedy scene through interviews with performers including Martin Short. It screens Feb. 10 as part of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival at the Arlington Theatre (Feb. 4 to 14). Edhat
- ➤ At SBIFF Day 3, local audiences see films like Cuba and Alaska, A Pale View of Hills, and Toitū: Visual Sovereignty, which blend documentary footage and narrative style (showing war, memory, and indigenous art). Bruce Goldish performs an acoustic serenade at the McHurley Film Center parking garage today. Santa Barbara Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SBCC’s School of Extended Learning now offers free one-on-one mental health counseling on Schott and Wake campuses starting this week to help students with stress management and personal growth. Appointments can be made by visiting the office next to the Welcome Center (call 805-898-8190). Santa Barbara Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation partnered with Hearts Aligned to sublet a pediatric support center steps away from Cottage Hospital — the space at 2323 De La Vina St. purchased in 2025 will soon see renovations to add private rooms, therapy spaces and a food pantry for families. Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UCSB Women’s Water Polo lost both games in a Saturday doubleheader as Cami Mras scored four goals and Lainey Weintre added key scores. The team will play two matches on Sunday starting at 9:30 a.m. against No. 20 Pacific plus Arizona State, with both games streamed live. Noozhawk
- ➤ At Russ Carr Field, Westmont Baseball claimed its first win of the season by defeating Cal State San Bernardino 14-3 on Opening Day with strong pitching and timely hitting, and the Warriors will face the Coyotes again Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Noozhawk
- ➤ UCSB softball lost two 4-0 games to Oregon State and Utah as the team failed to score in either contest. They will play Utah Tech and LMU tomorrow at Smith Field in Los Angeles, with the LMU game streamed on ESPN. Noozhawk
- ➤ Local high school basketball teams, including Santa Barbara High and Dos Pueblos, begin their CIF-SS playoff runs next week — games on Feb. 11 and Feb. 12 at various local venues will feature key matchups in multiple divisions. Noozhawk
- ➤ Nine local soccer teams will compete in the CIF-SS playoffs next week, with boys' matches on Wednesday, Feb. 11 and girls' games on Thursday, Feb. 12. Key rivalries at Carpinteria, San Marcos, Cate, Laguna Blanca and Bishop Diego will shape the divisions as local squads vie for playoff success. Noozhawk
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Outstanding Performer of the Year Award for Michael B. Jordan
8 PM – 2 AM — Arlington Theatre — $35 General Admission, $100 Priority Seating — Celebrate the incredible achievements of Michael B. Jordan at this prestigious film festival event.
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Sunday Yin Chill
7-8 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Entry fee not specified — Experience a restorative yoga class focused on connecting breath and body in a slow-paced environment.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
6:15-7:14 p.m. — Music Academy of the West — Ticketed event — Experience Taylor Swift's hits performed by Vapour String Quartet in a magical candlelight setting.
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Open Season Lucha Libre Pro Wrestling
7 PM — Franklin Elementary School — Tickets available — Experience high-energy lucha libre with renowned luchadores from Tijuana.
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Sunday Yin Chill
7-8 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost not specified — Unwind with a restorative Yin class focused on breath and relaxation.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
7-10 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — $26 General Public / $18 Youth / $15 UCSB students — Experience thrilling outdoor adventure films at a larger-than-life scale, showcasing the best mountain adventures.
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy an uproarious comedy night with the 'Teachers Off Duty' Podcast stars.
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La Chupitos Comedy and Mariachi Show
7-9 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant fusion of Mexican comedy and mariachi music featuring La Chupitos and the Grammy-winning Mariachi Divas.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:15-7:14 p.m. — Music Academy of the West — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer in an intimate candlelit setting.
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Kyle Watson Live Performance
9:00 p.m. — EOS Lounge — $12.36 — Experience Kyle Watson's unique blend of house music with rolling basslines and punchy grooves.
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