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February highlights Black History Month celebrating the historical achievements that Black/African-Americans have contributed to the region and the nation, with the 2023 theme "Black Resistance."

February First Thursday had us running non-stop from opening at 5PM on to 9PM, an hour after the official end.

January storms caused excessive flooding damage over $37,000 to the nonprofit's Goleta building.

"The Lost King" follows the true story of an amateur historian's efforts to find King Richard III's remains and correct his legacy in modern history.

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County has been working to purchase 48-acres of rolling hills along U.S. Route 101 State Scenic Highway and next door to the Arroyo Hondo Preserve.

A reader wonders if anyone has experience using POD storage in Santa Barbara?

Lyra McKee may not be a household name in North America, but she was that and much more in Northern Ireland.

Ed and the edhat staff wish you all a love-filled Valentine's Day!

The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning and freeze watch for Tuesday.

Montecito Fire Chief Kevin Taylor announced today his upcoming retirement from the Montecito Fire Department after 35 years of service.

A multi-vehicle traffic collision closed the intersection of E. Arrellaga and Santa Barbara Streets.

Santa Barbara County Fire Captain Eric Gray is on his way to Turkey to help find survivors from these devastating earthquakes.

People’s Self-Help Housing has received over $475,000 in funding from the California Public Utilities Commission to bring new, high-speed internet access to 10 of their affordable housing sites. 

Desperate Souls, Dark City and the Legend of Midnight Cowboy is a documentary that's a gift to film-lovers and everyone still trying to understand the tumultuous 1960s.

"Snow and the Bear" is a film from Turkey focused on a young nurse who begins a new assignment at a remote village during a long winter.

Lauren highlights some local restaurants to celebrate the annual day of love.

A local organization is asking residents to comment on the Santa Barbara County's Draft Housing Element before March 1.

Peggy Joan Thompson (March 4, 1961-January 20, 2023)

Here are the Santa Barbara City Council and Advisory Commissions meetings for the week of February 13, 2023

Three films featured in the Santa Barbara International Film Festival are centered around local happenings including a beloved pub, small town history, and student filmmakers.

Screenwriters from nine acclaimed movies this past year joined the Santa Barbara International Film Festival's "Writer's Panel" Saturday afternoon.

Valentine's Day can be a blissful time for couples to celebrate their love and share meaningful moments, but Valentine's Day can be especially painful for those who have lost a partner.

The Garden Street Dog is celebrating the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

As 2022 drew to a close, Tim and Ginny Bliss issued a challenge to Mission Scholars and the Santa Barbara community: raise $75,000 dollars from other sources, and the Bliss Family Foundation would match it dollar for dollar.

Cinema icon Jamie Lee Curtis received the Maltin Modern Master Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Saturday evening.

Meet Yvonne, a sweet mama looking for a new home.

Meet Velvet, a sweet kitty looking for an only pet home.

The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara honored Good Samaritan Shelter as its 2022 Outstanding Community Partner of the Year.

Cate Blanchett received the Outstanding Performer of the Year Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Saturday night to a sold out crowd.

Jerry Roberts' shares County Supervisor Das Williams' response to former Mayor Sheila Lodge on the housing crisis.