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Thursday, September 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Architects and developers met on September 11 at Arnoldi’s Café to discuss funding challenges for nearly 5,000 below-market-rate housing units and alternative project assessments. Panelists including City Interim Community Development Director Allison DeBusk and land-use lawyer Beth Collins examined new state laws and planning strategies—aimed at overcoming the loss of redevelopment agencies. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Foundation started the Critical Needs Response Fund on Sept.16 to give flexible grants to local nonprofits facing cuts from federal funding changes and increased demand for services. The fund—supported by partners like Montecito Bank & Trust and private foundations—aims to help organizations keep essential services running for families, older adults, veterans and those experiencing homelessness. Noozhawk
- ➤ One805LIVE! is a benefit concert held this Saturday at Kevin Costner’s estate in Summerland to raise funds for Santa Barbara County first responders—co-founder Richard Weston Smith said the event will feature music by top artists and an online auction offering prizes like a signed Rickenbacker guitar with backstage access for meeting John Kay. A few tickets remain for this special show that combines live entertainment with community support. KEYT
- ➤ Unity Shoppe added a new refrigerated van to its fleet to boost fresh food supplies for those facing food insecurity. The van is filled five days a week with fruits, vegetables, and staples from stores like Grocery Outlet and Whole Foods (and others) to help clients save money on healthy food. KEYT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Wilkinson, a veteran viticulturist from San Luis Obispo County, rebranded his vineyard management firm—formerly Coastal Vineyard Services—on September 16th; the firm now manages over 1,400 acres and plans to expand its services into Santa Barbara County. Santa Barbara Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office filed 21 criminal counts against Sable Offshore Corp for pipeline work that allegedly violated the Fish and Game Code and Water Code by discharging pollutants into Arroyo Quemada and Nojoqui Creek tributaries— the criminal case will be heard on Nov. 4 in Santa Barbara Superior Court. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A majority of students in Santa Barbara and across California struggle to read at grade level, which puts them at risk for long-term challenges in school and life. The Santa Barbara Reading Coalition will host Todd Collins at Santa Barbara Central Library’s Faulkner Gallery from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 to discuss evidence-based reading instruction—methods that have significantly improved literacy outcomes statewide. Noozhawk
- ➤ In August, Santa Barbara lost community leader Dr. Peter MacDougall, who led SBCC for 21 years and introduced programs like semester study abroad to expand opportunities. His work transformed the college — his legacy continues to inspire local education. Santa Barbara Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara will hold its 26th annual Creek Week from Sept. 20 to Sept. 27—an event featuring Coastal Cleanup Day, tours, talks, and walks at select beach and creek sites. Local agencies and community groups will host these activities to teach residents about their local creeks, watersheds, and ocean. Noozhawk
- ➤ Volunteers are invited to join the 41st annual Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to noon at 34 sites across Santa Barbara County including Carpinteria Salt Marsh—participants can also try a treasure hunt with a prize of a two-night stay at a local hotel. Santa Barbara Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Northern Chumash Tribal Council is in contract to buy Dos Pueblos Ranch for $62 million on a 219-acre coastal site near Goleta with plans to restore its historic and cultural resources. Violet Sage Walker said the tribe will begin fundraising this week to raise $45 million by January — a key step for future conservation and education on the property. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved measures last Tuesday to protect immigrant communities amid increased ICE enforcement by updating its Legislative Platform to ban officer face coverings during public operations and allocate $340,000 for legal and mental health support for impacted youth. The board also signaled plans to join ACLU lawsuits and requested increased transparency from ICE & the sheriff's office. Edhat
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, 34 Santa Barbara restaurants launch the fifth annual Burrito Week with $9 burritos available through September 24—offering a range of flavors from traditional carnitas to creative twists. Santa Barbara Independent
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Back To La Lucha Libre III
7-10 p.m. — Franklin Elementary School — Ticket info at Tickeri — Experience an adrenaline-fueled night of exciting lucha libre wrestling for all ages.
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Jon Batiste Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience genre-defying music from Grammy and Oscar-winning artist Jon Batiste.
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Balanced Flow Yoga Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Donation-based — A gentle and slow-paced vinyasa class combining deep listening, breath, and meditation to illuminate and ground the body.
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René Vaca 2025 Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Paid — Experience the comedic talent of René Vaca as he brings his 2025 Tour to Santa Barbara.
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Dawes (Duo) Tour
7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Dawes with special guest Sam Weber in a night of folk rock and piano ballads.
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Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival
6 PM - 12 AM — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate surfing culture with film screenings, presentations, and honored guests.
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Goleta Lemon Festival
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Girsh Park — Free entry — Celebrate family fun with food, entertainment, and exciting activities at Goleta's premier Lemon Festival.
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James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash
3-4:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — $48 – $68 — Experience a faithful musical recreation of Johnny Cash's biggest hits with Garner and his band.
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Mac DeMarco Live
7-10 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — $41.50 - $66.50 — Experience Mac DeMarco's jangly guitars and off-kilter charm in a memorable live performance.
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Furia Tanguera Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an authentic Argentine dinner theatre with tango and folklore performances straight from Buenos Aires.
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