Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Santa Barbara Police Department invites residents to join MADD Tri-Counties in a 3K walk to support safer roads and raise awareness about impaired driving, scheduled from 9 a.m.-noon Sunday, Oct.
18 at Chase Palm Park Field on E. Cabrillo Blvd. Community resource booths will offer local safety services and information.
🎭 Culture
On September 27, Judy Collins performed at the Lobero in Santa Barbara.
The 87-year-old legend delighted the crowd (accompanied by pianist Russell Walden) with beloved classics and newer songs from her Spellbound album.
Michael Long, a longtime local artist, suffered severe injuries in a fall and now faces a challenging recovery.
His family has launched a GoFundMe campaign (to help cover his medical costs) as he begins rehabilitation.
For the third year, Goleta’s Calle Real Shopping Center is hosting Monster Mash on Friday, Oct.
30 from 3-6 p.m. as organizers present trick-or-treating, costume contests (including a pet costume contest at The Pet House) and dance tunes for a festive Halloween celebration.
Trinity Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara will host a noon concert featuring vocal motets from the Renaissance to the present by musicians including Becky Hoffman, Jennifer Johnson, Holly Hoffman and Thomas Joyce, from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Friday, Nov.
6. Admission is free with tax-deductible donations accepted at the door.
Opera Santa Barbara opens its 33rd season with Verdi’s Rigoletto on Nov.
6, 8 and 10 at the Lobero Theatre. The 2-hour 45-minute production (featuring returning baritone Ben Lowe and debuting tenor Arnold Geis) is sung in Italian with English captions.
Condé Nast Traveler released its 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Tuesday showing Santa Barbara ranked as the nation’s fifth best small city.
Nearly 800,000 readers voted to honor its vibrant tourism and the five local hotels recognized for excellence.
🎓 Education
Santa Barbara school board candidates faced questions from students Monday at Joanie Caines Theater at La Cumbre Junior High — they outlined plans to tackle racism, tech policy issues and academic challenges while voters will decide between them on Nov.
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UC Santa Barbara launched a minor in environmental humanities so students can explore environmental issues by linking culture, history, ethics and storytelling.
The program draws courses across 12 departments in the College of Letters and Science — preparing students for work in public service, advocacy and environmental communication.
🏛️ Government
Public comments have backed the State Street Master Plan with 84 percent in favor of a car-free zone, including 23 of 26 business owners supporting the change in a June 30 City Council record.
The city will build on the plan — aiming to boost local business, tourism and community life.
🏥 Health
Santa Barbara Women’s Imaging Center is lighting up its building (2320 Bath St.) in pink each evening through Oct.
31 for Breast Cancer Awareness Month while offering reduced flat self-pay rates for mammography and ultrasound through its Pink Program.
🏈 Sports
Dos Pueblos completed a season sweep over San Marcos with a 14-6 win Tuesday night at Warkentin Stadium.
The Chargers (17-3) keep their league title hopes alive as they have a bye on Thursday before facing Rio Mesa next Tuesday.
The San Marcos girls golf team defended their home course at Sandpiper on Tuesday with a win over Dos Pueblos, posting 255 to beat the Chargers’ 273.
Coach Sarah Ashton praised the team’s focus and added the victory boosted their record (11 to 1 in the Channel League).
Dos Pueblos boys water polo won 17 to 9 over San Marcos Tuesday at Elings Aquatics Center in Goleta.
The Chargers built their lead in the second half—featuring strong play from several grade levels—and will host Ventura on Thursday.
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