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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pacific Pride Festival returns to Chase Palm Park Field on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to mark 50 years of Pride on the Central Coast with more than 30 performances — including a headline by drag superstar Jessica Wild— while organizers offer immersive art installations, expanded family activities, and vendor booths at this free, all-ages event. Noozhawk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for Huasna Valley and the Lopez Lake area due to the Gifford Fire, which has burned nearly 100,000 acres and threatened over 1,500 structures while officials closed key roads and canceled campground reservations. Shelter sites such as Arroyo Grande High School—where pets are welcome—have been opened for evacuees as nearly 3,000 firefighters work to build control lines and contain the blaze. KSBY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials ordered all visitors to evacuate Lopez Lake as the Gifford Fire threatened the area — canceling all campground reservations from Aug. 7 to Aug. 21 and issuing full refunds. Public access remains closed until further notice. KSBY
- ➤ The Falcon 9 rocket will launch today from Vandenberg Space Force Base (between 7:05 and 11:05 p.m.) after the base adjusted its liftoff window to address neighbor complaints. The booster will deliver 24 Starlink satellites into orbit and return to land on a droneship in the Pacific Ocean. Noozhawk
- ➤ Highway 166 has been closed for a week since the Gifford Fire started and will remain closed for several more days as Caltrans repairs fire-damaged guardrails—officials noted that some residents and workers are permitted through strict checkpoints despite an ongoing evacuation order. Noozhawk
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Direct Relief is giving free N95 masks at several sites in Santa Barbara County to help residents breathe easier during the Gifford Fire, which started on August1 in northern Santa Barbara and is 15% contained. The masks are available at its main office, the YMCA in Santa Ynez, and local public libraries—they will provide masks until supplies run out. KEYT
- ➤ The California Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment has issued a fish consumption advisory for Cachuma Lake that limits safe-eating levels for black bass, Common Carp, and Threadfin Shad — due to mercury from historic mining and coal burning. Santa Barbara residents are advised to follow these guidelines to protect vulnerable groups from mercury exposure. Edhat
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Gem Faire
12-6 p.m. — Earl Warren Showgrounds — $7 weekend pass — Explore an array of gems, jewelry, and crafts in a vibrant market atmosphere.
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Robert Glasper at Lobero Theatre
7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the genre-defying brilliance of Grammy-winning artist Robert Glasper live in concert.
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Slightly Stoopid Concert
6-10 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — $56.50 - $82.50 — Experience the reggae-rock vibes of Slightly Stoopid in a dynamic live performance.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Participation fees apply — Enjoy an exciting evening of swimming and running events against a stunning beach backdrop.
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Social Meetup at Kim's Service Department
6-8 p.m. — Kim's Service Department — No cover charge — Enjoy drinks and mingling at this vibrant downtown meetup for the Santa Barbara social crowd.
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An Evening with Pete Yorn
7-10:30 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a special performance from critically acclaimed artist Pete Yorn following his exciting past year.
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An Evening with Mt. Joy
7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the uplifting sounds of Mt. Joy, the band behind the hit 'Silver Lining.'
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Community Song Circle
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — No cost mentioned — Experience the joy of group singing and connect through music in a welcoming environment.
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2025 Nite Moves Aquathlon and 5K Run
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Registration required — Participate in exciting swimming and running events against the stunning backdrop of Santa Barbara.
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Tab Benoit Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of blues with the acclaimed Tab Benoit and his extensive back catalog.
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