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Friday, September 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A free Welcome Back Concert will be held in Anisq’Oyo Park on Sept. 27 from 1–4 p.m. as Isla Vista Recreation and Park District teams up with UCSB Community Housing Services and Isla Vista Community Services District to welcome students with live music, a vendor market, lawn games and free ice cream sandwiches courtesy of IV Drip—organizers say it marks the start of Fall Quarter. Noozhawk
- ➤ The ACT On Homelessness Collaborative will share survey findings and its new three-year plan to help those facing housing loss at a community meeting from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.30 at the Goleta Community Center auditorium, 5679 Hollister Ave. Noozhawk
- ➤ Terry Delaney, founder of Veggie Rescue, will be honored as a 2025 Champion of the Valley on Oct. 12 at Camp Carmina in Los Olivos — the Santa Ynez Valley Foundation said the event will recognize his work saving surplus food for local nonprofits. Noozhawk
- ➤ On Saturday, September 20, Kevin Costner’s estate in Summerland was turned into an exclusive stage for a benefit concert featuring names like Trisha Yearwood — ending with a $10 million endowment announcement for local first responders’ mental health — and an aviation demo that showed new safety tools while hundreds lit red glow sticks as a tribute. Edhat
- ➤ Adrian Garcia was named a Youth Community Champion by the Santa Ynez Valley Foundation for his work helping classmates and bridging language gaps at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School—he will get a $1,000 scholarship at the awards ceremony on Oct. 12 at Rancho Carmina. Garcia also revived his school’s Rotary Interact Club and served as treasurer of the Environmental Club, showing his strong dedication to volunteer work. Noozhawk
- ➤ Weather permitting, the International Space Station will be visible in Santa Barbara skies today at 8:13 p.m. as it appears low over the mountains and then passes through well-known constellations like the Big Dipper, Cassiopeia, and Boötes — with one bright pass scheduled for October 1. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three film festivals will take place in Goleta this fall, including the 2025 NatureTrack Film Festival on Oct. 9th-10th, the Ceylon International Film Festival on Oct. 13th-17th and the inaugural Wild and Free Film Festival on Nov. 14th-16th. NatureTrack's Opening Night Celebration is scheduled for Oct. 9th at the Riviera Courtyard and Theater in Santa Barbara—promising to showcase films that celebrate nature and outdoor adventure. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At UCSB's Thunderdome, the university held a Gaucho Welcome rally on September 25 — chancellor Dennis Assanis and his wife addressed new students amid adjustments like shorter library hours and updated safety measures. UCSB will host the Blue Green soccer rivalry at Harder Stadium on Saturday. KEYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara County APCD has updated its Old Car Buyback program to accept vehicles of model year 2002 or older and will pay $2,200 per eligible car—up from $1,000. The program aims to reduce smog by permanently removing older vehicles that meet registration and smog certification requirements. Edhat
- ➤ Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law that require school staff to obtain a judge's warrant before letting immigration agents into private areas and to notify families when ICE is on campus; local enforcement rules will be updated by March 1, 2026. Santa Barbara Unified Superintendent Hilda Maldonado welcomed the measures but said they do not protect students off campus—leaving families still at risk. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara officials named Allison DeBusk as the new director of Community Development. She has over 20 years of planning experience (having served as assistant planner and city planner) and will assume the permanent role on September 30. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The city of Santa Barbara collected $4 million in transient occupancy taxes in August 2025 as part of an $8.2 million year-to-date total from hotels and short-term rentals. Total revenue was 2.0% above budget, and the tax rate was 12.0%, with 10.0% funding the General Fund + 2.0% going to the Creeks/Clean Water Fund. Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ice In Paradise will celebrate its 10th anniversary with its annual Another Day In Paradise event on Saturday, October 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., which will launch its Year of Celebration; guests will enjoy a skating show+ skating lesson+ public skate party+ Learn To Play Hockey+ broomball+ curling as tickets cost $10 per person. Noozhawk
- ➤ Westmont Men's Soccer pulled a 3-2 comeback win over Cal State East Bay on Wednesday afternoon by scoring twice in the final 10 minutes while playing a man down—senior midfielder Guerrero scored both late goals. The Warriors will head to San Diego on Saturday to face the Sea Lions as a final tune-up before PacWest play begins on October 2. Noozhawk
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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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I'm With Her Concert
8-11 p.m. — Campbell Hall — Tickets required — Experience the ethereal harmonies and expert musicianship of Americana trio I'm With Her.
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Mark Farina Live
7-11 p.m. — EOS Lounge — Entry fee varies — Experience the iconic House Music DJ Mark Farina spinning his signature beats.
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Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of The Marshall Tucker Band, a Southern rock pioneer since 1972.
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Colin Hay Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the confessional and intimate sounds of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Colin Hay.
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Benise: The Spirit of Spain
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the captivating music and dance of Spain with guitar virtuoso Benise and his talented ensemble.
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HAIM Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — $55.50 - $165.50 — Grammy-nominated HAIM brings indie rock and R&B hits to life in a dynamic live performance.
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