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Santa Barbara
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 17th, Santa Barbara Humane helped 209 pets and provided 601 free services at Waller Park – setting a record for its Day in the Park events over four years. The nonprofit will announce more free vaccine events at its campuses in the coming months. Edhat
- ➤ Elings Park is set to host Pints for the Park, a beer fest fundraiser on Saturday, Sept.6—new sites at Godric Grove and Singleton Pavilion provide hilltop views of the city, mountains and ocean. More than 500 locals will enjoy drinks, food and music while supporting the park's free and year-round access. Noozhawk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mexican artist Beatris Burgoin is showcasing her solo exhibit Entre Mundos at Art & Soul Gallery from Sept. 4 through Sept. 29 with an opening reception from 5-8 p.m. at 1323 State St., Santa Barbara — her paintings explore themes of migration, memory, and belonging — linking her roots in San Juanico with her current community. Noozhawk
- ➤ SCAPE’s Nature-focused art exhibit Nature’s Palette will open 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 at the Music Academy of the West with a 5-6 p.m. reception and will continue Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The free event will raise funds for Explore Ecology to support school gardens, field trips, and creative reuse art workshops—fostering local environmental learning. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Roosevelt Elementary in Santa Barbara welcomed its students back to school as the Garden Street Dog greeted them wearing Roosevelt swag — including an apple on its head to honor teachers. Edhat
- ➤ Superintendent Susan Salcido stays hopeful as she handles federal threats on immigration, funding and civil rights while caring for 70,000 students in Santa Barbara County schools. She is preparing plans for potential ICE actions and rising student anxiety—balancing safety measures with clear optimism. Santa Barbara Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office warns residents that scammers are making fraudulent phone calls demanding payment for fines or tolls—community members should hang up immediately and call the Sheriff's Office to verify the call. Edhat
- ➤ SBCAG and Santa Barbara MTD launched a free ride program on the 19X express bus from August 25 to Sept. 12 to help commuters avoid Highway 101 traffic, and the service runs weekdays from Carpinteria to Santa Barbara City College + riders who log four trips online will be entered to win free monthly passes. The initiative aims to ease travel stress as the new school term begins. Edhat
- ➤ Officials announced that plans for a new Metrolink service—linking Ventura County with Santa Barbara and Goleta—are delayed until January 2026 due to ongoing insurance negotiations with Union Pacific amid a potential merger with Norfolk Southern. The service, which stems from a 2008 voter measure and will offer up to 500 seats on morning and afternoon trips, is expected to ease traffic on the 101 Freeways. KEYT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Beginnings in Santa Barbara has hired paid counselors to cut a month-long waitlist for mental health services — a move backed by a two-year $150,000 grant and local support. With more staff and an improved center, the nonprofit expects more people to soon get the care they need. KEYT
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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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The Flaming Lips Live
6-7:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Tickets vary — Experience the psychedelic rock sounds of The Flaming Lips in an unforgettable concert.
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She.is.beautiful 5k & 10k Santa Barbara 2025
8:30 a.m. — Chase Palm Park — Registration fees vary — Celebrate resilience and fitness with your choice of a 5k, 10k, or SIB Challenge run.
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Darius Rucker Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Tickets required — Experience the blend of rock and country hits from the GRAMMY-winning artist.
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Healing Qigong & Breathwork Class
7:45-8:45 a.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost info not provided — Experience the gentle art of Qigong to enhance your life force and relaxation.
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Yoga + Weights Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Check venue for pricing — Engage in a dynamic fitness class blending yoga, strength training, and HIIT with energizing music.
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