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Santa Barbara
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara BCycle will expand its bike share program in May by installing 25 new stations and adding 60 e-bikes to serve underserved neighborhoods, and it will ask locals to fill out a survey to help shape future transportation improvements — the city plans to make biking cleaner and more convenient. Edhat
- ➤ County officials released preliminary figures from the unsanctioned Deltopia spring break street party in Isla Vista held Apr. 3 to 5 — showing a nearly 95% drop in EMS contacts and over 90% fewer citations compared to previous years. The permitted Soltopia festival drew over 12,000 attendees and saw a shift in crowd behavior. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Thomas Tighe, a veteran in global humanitarian aid with over 20 years at Direct Relief, has joined the Santa Barbara Search & Rescue Foundation board. His appointment will guide strategic planning and fundraising to strengthen local emergency response across the county. Noozhawk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Located downtown next to Granada Theatre, The Grand on State has begun a soft opening in April offering live jazz and curated dining from Thursday to Saturday — at 1218 State Street. The venue will fully open in May and charges $20 for general admission and $40 for reserved seating. Edhat
- ➤ Santa Barbara’s Franceschi Park has a long history of change and effort to save its aging house. The City Council decided in 2018 to tear it down — and community groups now worry new costs keep rising as plans to reimagine the site continue. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ On Monday, April 13, crews will install an Oaxacan-inspired asphalt art mural (funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies) at the intersection of Carrillo and State streets, with modified weekday traffic until completion on April 24 while normal flow resumes on weekends. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Independent celebrates 40 years with a special display of iconic covers at the Faulkner gallery in the Santa Barbara Library (featuring editions chosen from over 2000 issues). The exhibit runs through May. KEYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fifty University of California researchers were named AAAS fellows — a lifetime honor recognizing significant scientific achievements. The selection, announced on March 26, included researchers from UCSB and other campuses, highlighting advances from climate science to neuroscience. Edhat
- ➤ Santa Barbara Unified School District is redeveloping the historic Armory site into a career technical education hub with 20 to 30 modular classrooms (district officials said they would adapt them to meet local job needs) and will ask community members for input on which jobs are most needed. Officials are also exploring converting a nearby parking lot into housing, with the project set to finish by 2030. KSBY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ BCycle secured a $1.8 million clean-mobility grant to expand its low-income bike pass program by adding 60 bikes, 96 docks, and 21 stations in local neighborhoods plus bilingual outreach. The program offers passes at $27.12 versus the regular $244.68 rate and aims to boost enrollment 1,600% over four years. Santa Barbara Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Electric buses begin running on the Coastal Express route (Routes 80-89) between Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, offering quieter commuting and cutting emissions and fuel consumption. The project is a partnership between the Ventura County Transportation Commission and the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments. Edhat
- ➤ Santa Barbara County’s co-response teams pairing deputies with mental-health professionals may face cuts if funding is not renewed, leaving only one team for North County. A funding vote is set for April 22 & city teams remain funded for now. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UCSB baseball defeated No. 14 USC 5-1 Tuesday at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium and extended its win streak to four — they will host first-place UC San Diego for a three-game series this weekend. Nate Vargas hit a key home run as returning player Calvin Proskey added extra strength on the mound. Santa Barbara Independent
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Invasion Latina Live at SOhO
8:30 PM - 1:30 AM — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Pre-sale tickets $20 — Enjoy an exciting night with Invasion Latina and dance to Latin beats!
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April Area Meeting
6-8 p.m. — The Community Arts Workshop — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions with artists and share creative struggles in a nurturing environment.
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John Milton's Hypnosis Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating performance of world-renowned hypnotist John Milton at the Arlington Theatre.
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How to Utilize the Services at Your Library
4-6 p.m. — Goleta Valley Library Express — Free assistance — Bilingual staff available to guide the community on using library services effectively.
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Cal St. Fullerton Titans vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
4:35-5:35 p.m. — The Cove Santa Barbara — Ticket prices may vary — Cheer on the Titans as they face off against the Gauchos in a thrilling collegiate baseball matchup.
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FREE Youth Learn-to-Row Event
FREE Youth Learn-to-Row Event EXCLUSIVELY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS GRADES 6-9 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 25th 9 - 11:30am WHERE: Santa Barbara Community Rowing, CACHUMA LAKE 2225-CA 154 Discover the ultimate team sport outside and in nature! It is one of the most open and welcoming sports and loads of fun. New rowers will practice basic rowing technique on rowing machines before rowing in boats on the water. EMAIL COACH GRACIE at [email protected] TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
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Hadestown Musical Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of Hadestown, where a song can change your fate.
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Integrative Flow Yoga Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost info not provided — Experience a dynamic vinyasa flow focusing on breathwork and relaxation.
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Integrative Restoration Meditation
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Accessible entry — Experience a calming iRest meditation class that promotes healing and well-being.
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Pat Metheny Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience an unforgettable evening with renowned jazz guitarist Pat Metheny.
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