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Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX launched 25 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base early Wednesday (Feb. 25 at 6:17 a.m. PT) using a Falcon 9 rocket. The booster landed on a droneship in the Pacific, and residents in nearby counties may have heard sonic booms. Edhat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scammers contacted local residents on Wednesday, Feb. 25, urging them to download unfamiliar banking apps and deposit cash using mobile ATM features; banks never request such actions, so verify any instructions with your financial institution (call 805-568-2442 for help). Santa Barbara Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UCSB Dance Company will present its new concert "Convergence: into the center" from Mar. 11-13 at the Hatlen Theater on campus. Developed over six months with premieres by guest choreographers, the program will tour Europe in April with workshops and master classes in Istanbul, Cologne, Poland and Prague. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Applications for the 2026 Central Coast Impact Scholarship open March 1. Students from Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties must apply online by April 30 at 11:59 PM PST to support higher education. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ UC Santa Barbara Assistant Professor Phillips (former environmental policy fellow) has produced a guide (npj Ocean Sustainability) to add ocean policy training to courses by recommending embedding policy topics and offering funding opportunities. The guide aims to give students skills to address climate challenges and marine issues. Edhat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Coast Habitat Restoration and the U.S. Forest Service completed a fish passage project at Wheeler Gorge Campground above Ojai — removing four barriers and adding two bridges to reopen 13.3 miles of creek for endangered steelhead trout. The $6 million project improved camper access and restored natural creek conditions. Edhat
- ➤ Santa Barbara Clean Energy has relaunched its Community Trees Program, offering eligible residential customers free 5-gallon drought-resistant trees by reservation. The initiative supports the city’s Climate Action Plan by reducing greenhouse gases and beautifying neighborhoods. Santa Barbara Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a new ordinance on Feb. 24 to update waste service rules in Isla Vista, addressing chronic litter and outdated trash containers. The law mandates larger trash carts and updated recycling requirements for property owners. Edhat
- ➤ A new peak-service commuter train is set to return by late April or early May with stops at Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, and Goleta using a daily schedule. SBCAG and Ventura County Transportation are finalizing details with LOSSAN to boost reliability. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue is recruiting volunteers to respond to call outs on local trails and emergencies. Applicants must be at least 18 (in excellent shape and with a valid driver’s license) to join the all-volunteer team. KEYT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 1973 mid-century home designed by Robert Garland at 1988 Inverness Lane in Montecito has been listed for $9.99 million; the property offers seamless indoor-outdoor flow, panoramic golf course views, and luxury amenities, and is available for sale and rent by Don Johnston Sutton—reflecting a competitive buyer market. Edhat
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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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Nachle Deewane 2026
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Proceeds aid South Asian charities — Experience a vibrant annual Bollywood-fusion dance competition featuring teams from across the country.
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March 2026 Area Meeting
6-8 p.m. — The Community Arts Workshop — Free entry — Engage in an open forum of critiques and insights from local artists while enjoying a keynote from ceramicist Erin Smith.
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St. Patrick's Day in Ireland
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate Irish culture with music, dance, and high-energy performances from champion dancers.
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California Agave Symposium
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort — $125-$350 — Network with industry leaders and explore the future of California's agave industry.
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Live Concert by Booker T. Jones
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of soulful music by the legendary Booker T. Jones.
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