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Santa Barbara
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Maintenance worker Danny De La Cruz at the Ramada by Wyndham in Santa Barbara saved a young boy from drowning by pulling him from a pond and giving CPR and later rescued a choking guest by performing the Heimlich maneuver—he was honored at Wyndham’s 2025 Global Conference in Las Vegas for his life-saving actions. Santa Barbara Independent
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday afternoon, three kayakers called for help at 2:30 p.m. when their kayaks began taking on water about 1.6 miles off Coal Oil Point — Santa Barbara County Fire Department rescue crews used personal watercraft to bring them safely to harbor with no reported injuries. Noozhawk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vintage store Thrifty Beaches signed a lease for a 9,000-square-foot space at 710 State Street in downtown Santa Barbara and will open two weeks from today—following a popular Instagram vote that chose the location. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musician siblings Isata and Sheku Kanneh-Mason held a homecoming recital at Campbell Hall that closed the Arts and Lectures season and marked the end of curator Celesta Billeci's 25-year tenure. Meanwhile, the Live Oak Music Festival will relocate to El Chorro Regional Park and local venues like the Lobero Theatre will host diverse live music shows for Santa Barbara audiences. Santa Barbara Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UC Santa Barbara is holding commencement ceremonies this weekend to honor the class of 2025 and mark Chancellor Henry Yang’s final weeks after a 30-year tenure—graduates in the College of Engineering celebrated on Friday and additional ceremonies will be held today and Sunday—community members reflect on his lasting impact as they look toward the future. Noozhawk
- ➤ Graduations for Santa Barbara High’s class of 2025 took place Thursday evening at San Marcos and Dos Pueblos High School as students took a final walk through the stadium while their families cheered. Many graduates shared plans for the future—some headed to UC San Diego, others joined the Army or prepared to enroll at Santa Barbara City College. KEYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilmember Meagan Harmon was elected chair of the California Coastal Commission by a unanimous 12-member board and has served on the commission since 2021. She will simplify the permitting process and coordinate partnerships to address coastal issues—efforts that include reviewing a UCSB housing project and a fine against Sable Offshore Corporation. Edhat
- ➤ City of Goleta held a topping off ceremony on June 10 when workers placed the final steel beam at 27 S. La Patera Lane for the new train depot. The milestone marks the end of the framing phase plus work will continue through the summer with full completion set for early summer 2026. Edhat
- ➤ Santa Barbara County released its FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget totaling $1.69 billion and will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 17 at the Administration Building for discussion and possible amendments. A second day is reserved on Wednesday, June 18 if needed — county officials will consider public input as they set funding priorities amid economic uncertainty. Edhat
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Brandy Clark Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the renowned Brandy Clark and the legendary Mary Chapin Carpenter in an intimate live performance.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series - June 18
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Entry fee varies — Experience a stunning evening of swimming, running, and biathlon events with picturesque ocean views.
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Jaws in Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS with live orchestral performance by the Academy Festival Orchestra.
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Sandy Cummings & Jazz du Jour
12:30-3 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz with Sandy Cummings and Jazz du Jour in a vibrant venue.
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A.J. Croce: The Eternal Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Experience A.J. Croce's musical journey blending original work with the timeless hits of his legendary father, Jim Croce.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Various entry fees — Enjoy a stunning evening of swimming, running, and biathlon events at the beautiful seaside.
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Santa Barbara Lavender Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Santa Barbara City College — Free admission — Celebrate the luscious lavender plant with food, drinks, and lively company.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6-8 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Registration required — Enjoy an aquathlon, 5K run, and open water swim in the stunning Santa Barbara summer evenings.
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2025 Presidio Archaeology Camp
9 AM – 1 PM — El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park — $ — Dig, discover, and explore the archaeological history of Santa Barbara.
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Nite Moves Summer Sunset Aquathlon Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Various entry fees — Experience an evening of swimming, running, and biathlon events with a stunning Santa Barbara backdrop.
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~ Banksy
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