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Santa Barbara
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stanley Isaac Clothier, a WWII veteran — whose life went from frontier times to early tech breakthroughs — turned 105 recently. Born in Montana and later building an electronics business, he now lives on the South Coast and stays active by golfing and engaging with his community. Edhat
- ➤ Camy, a 2-year-old brindle Pit Bull Terrier weighing about 48 lbs, is available for adoption at Lompoc Animal Center in Lompoc, open Tuesday through Sunday. Staff describe her as gentle and car-friendly, and adoption fees include spaying + vaccinations. Edhat
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman was rescued from Buena Vista Trail in Montecito after a rattlesnake bit her ankle on Sunday; despite limited cell service, she texted a loved one for help and was guided by a whistle until firefighters and rescue teams reached her + she was taken to a hospital. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Historical Museum is celebrating a decade of community donations with an exhibit called 'The Gift: New Additions to Our Story' on display through June and featuring artifacts like WWII shrapnel piece + vintage paintings that highlight local history. Admission is free. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UC Santa Barbara physics doctoral candidate Skyler Palatnick has been named to Heising-Simons Foundation’s 51 Pegasi b Fellows and will advance his ultraviolet research at UCLA on a three-year project to develop compact metasurfaces that help NASA detect exoplanet life (a breakthrough in lightweight optics). Edhat
- ➤ At Campbell Hall, seven UCSB graduate students competed in the 10th annual Grad Slam, each delivering a three-minute talk on innovative research. Kaylee Laub won the competition and will join a statewide event with winners from other UC campuses. Noozhawk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Audubon Society has installed two bilingual signs at Nojoqui Falls County Park to inform visitors about the endangered Purple Martin and its reliance on mature sycamore trees. The project, developed with Santa Barbara County Parks and funded by a local grant, aims to boost awareness of the bird’s behavior (including its migration to South America). Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara County Public Works Department reopened the closed section of the Maria Ygnacio Bike Path by constructing a temporary bridge over the storm-damaged undercrossing from Calle Real to Lassen Drive. Maintenance staff will begin permanent repairs once the creek is dry — likely late summer. Edhat
- ➤ The County Planning Commission approved the first phase of a plan to end oil and gas that stops new onshore wells in North County (it may take six months) and sent it to the Board of Supervisors; the later phase will study a ban on active wells. Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ William Joseph Martin (Smokey Joe) made his MLB debut with the New York Giants on April 21, 1936, after shifting from Santa Barbara State during the Depression. He played only eight major league games and later moved to the minor leagues, marking an early milestone in local baseball history. Noozhawk
- ➤ UCSB Baseball clinched an 11-10 extra inning win over UC San Diego on Saturday at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium after Xavier Esquer’s walk-off RBI single sealed the victory. Freshman Josh Jannicelli earned his first collegiate win with three strong relief innings. KEYT
- ➤ Santa Barbara High School junior Elina Stump set a Dons record with an 18-foot, 11-inch long jump at the Arcadia Invitational (in Arcadia) today. She also finished second in the triple jump and ninth in the 100-hurdles. KEYT
- ➤ The UC Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball Team lost its final home match Saturday night 3-0 to No. 3 Long Beach State and celebrated seniors (Joe Wallace, Andreas Schuetz, Ben Pearson, Owen Loncar). They will play their last game at UC San Diego on April 18 at 6 p.m. Noozhawk
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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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Candlelight Tribute to ABBA & Queen
6:15-9:30 p.m. — Music Academy of the West — Enchanting concert — Immerse yourself in a magical evening with live string renditions of iconic hits in a stunning candlelit setting.
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