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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch 25 Starlink satellites today from Vandenberg Space Force Base with a liftoff window — 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. PT, and residents may hear sonic booms. A community meeting is set for April 22 in Carpinteria to address local questions on rocket noise and base updates. Edhat
- ➤ A free Clean Slate Clinic will be held on Friday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Colleges of Law (20 East Victoria Street) to help residents apply for criminal record expungement and felony reduction, reducing barriers to housing and work. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara Humane will waive adoption fees for most animals at its Santa Barbara and Santa Maria campuses on Friday, Apr. 18 during its 139th Birthday Giving Day (celebrating 139 years of service), offering community members a chance to bring home a pet. Noozhawk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Validation Ale announced a summer pop-up, the Annex @ the Shop on Milpas Street that will open on Fridays and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. + during Santa Barbara Bowl show nights, offering beers, cocktails with Novel Cocktail Co, and hearty food in a modern space. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stanley Clothier, a 105-year-old local veteran, shared his story of service, innovation and family while reflecting on his early work in drone development during World War II. He credits his long life and optimism to decades of forward-thinking. KEYT
- ➤ Metro Entertainment in Santa Barbara will host National Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 2 from 11am to 9pm, offering 5,000 comic giveaways, a storewide sale and photo ops with cosplayers and the 501st Legion for over 1,000 fans. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Six new docents completed a 10-week training program at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse on April 11, 2026, and they led free daily tours, group sessions, and school tours while promoting historic conservation projects. The program was led by Robert L. Ooley and Rodney Baker. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara Public Library is hosting National Library Week from April 19 to April 26 — featuring events, prizes and community collaborations at library branches and via the Mobile Library. Santa Barbara Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laguna Blanca School’s student journalists earned the Gold Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for their 2024-2025 hybrid edition of The Fourth Estate (guided by advisor Trish McHale), cementing the school’s reputation for excellence in journalism. Noozhawk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wayne Mellinger’s piece explains how Santa Barbara County’s well-run agencies can accidentally leave homeless individuals without proper shelter. He notes that when each agency follows its strict protocols, the gap between administrative processes and immediate human needs can lead to fatal outcomes. Noozhawk
- ➤ A UCSB report alleges PG&E inflated operating costs at Diablo Canyon to extend its run past the planned 2025 shutdown, adding roughly $658.6 million in public financing and $2.65 billion in ratepayer fees. PG&E denies the claims (citing justified loan expenditures) as state legislators are urged to review the deal. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UCSB Athletics will join the West Coast Conference on July 1 to boost sports programs and create must-see campus events. The Isla Vista press conference featured UCSB leaders outlining plans to continue the Blue-Green Rivalry and expand competitive opportunities for student-athletes. Noozhawk
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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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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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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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California Baptist Lancers vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Baseball
4:35 – 5:35 PM — The Cove Santa Barbara — Cost info not provided — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup in the beautiful Santa Barbara setting.
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