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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara CHP and UCSB partners will host a bike safety event on March 03 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 6550 Pardall Road — distributing 1,000 bike lights, helmets, and safety tips to boost visibility and reduce injuries. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Downtown Santa Barbara invites the community to celebrate the launch of its Window Beautification Program on Thursday, March 5 at 5:00 pm at 428 State Street, where vacant storefront windows become art displays by local artists in a collaboration aimed at boosting business and creating a vibrant downtown scene. Edhat
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara Airport earned the top ranking among 70 small U.S. airports after no flight was delayed over 60 minutes after 5 p.m. from May 2024 to May 2025 (AirAdvisor study), and it served a record 1.4 million passengers last year. Santa Barbara Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Choral Society will perform its Red, White, & Blues II concert on Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 15 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, featuring works by Copland, Rogers & Hammerstein and contemporary American composers to celebrate the nation’s diverse musical heritage. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Last week, the Venice Baroque Orchestra performed at the Lobero Theatre with substitute violinist Rachel Ellen Wong, who learned five demanding scores on short notice. The ensemble showcased Vivaldi and other early music in a Carnevale-themed event with period costumes and an energetic mix of baroque and rock & roll. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Women Winemakers & Culinarians Foundation is hosting its eighth annual Grand Tasting on March 7 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at 27 Vines in the Santa Ynez Valley to honor International Women’s Day and benefit S.Y.V. Community Outreach, where nearly 50 female producers will share wines and bites. Santa Barbara Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 24 the Santa Barbara Unified Board approved preliminary layoff notices for 66 positions due to a 9% enrollment drop since 2019-20; about 40 support staff roles are affected and final decisions will be reached by May 15 if conditions do not improve. Edhat
- ➤ Dos Pueblos High School was named a recipient of the 2026 First Amendment Press Freedom Award on Student Press Freedom Day. One of 26 globally recognized for its student press commitment, the school will be honored on April 16 at the Spring JEA and NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. Santa Barbara Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Fire Department is set to conduct controlled burns of fuel piles at San Antonio Creek next week if weather conditions allow. It is coordinated with local air quality agencies & state air resource boards to minimize smoke impact on nearby communities. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara County Public Works closed the Maria Ygnacio Bike Path at U.S. 101 due to storm damage and plans repairs when conditions improve; the path is expected to remain closed through summer & users should take Turnpike Avenue & Patterson Avenue as an alternate route. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara Historic Landmarks Commission approved the Del Sol Restaurant project at 628 State Street on Feb. 25, 2026, repurposing the former outdoor patio (previously used by Blush Lounge) next to Habit Grill, and the project enters a 10-day appeal period before moving forward. Edhat
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Family-owned Warren Resort Hotels bought the 53-room Franciscan Inn and Suites in West Beach for $22.5 million, facilitated by Colliers on Feb. 27. The new owners will begin remodeling the Spanish-style hotel to upgrade guest services. Santa Barbara Independent
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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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Los Inquietos Del Norte Concert
11 PM - 3 AM — Earl Warren Showgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Los Inquietos Del Norte and Los Caimanes de Sinaloa.
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