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Santa Ynez businesses look to organize
They came thinking it was an organizational meeting for Santa Ynez businesses, when what it turned out to be was an invitation to join the Solvang Chamber of Commerce.
Thursday | Santa Ynez Valley Journal
Surrounded by dozens of friends, family and fellow members of the Boy Scouts of America, Kenny Spaar III received the Scouts' highest honor over the Memorial Day weekend as he was sworn in as an Eagle Scout.
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Acquires Hadsten House
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians announced Wednesday that it has closed escrow on the purchase of the Hadsten House Inn in Solvang.
Birthday Surprisea a truckload of vintage Hondas
A May 24th was my Beatle Birthday and beyond a nice stream of congratulations , I received an unexpected phone call, from someone who I didn't know, about some bikes that I did know about.
Solvang Family Turns Sights to Ethiopia, and a One-Way Ticket for Their Mission
That's when the family of five will leave their Solvang home with a one-way ticket to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
With all its beauty and bittersweet moments, the 2012 version of Centre Stage is ready to transport viewers to 'A Night in Manhattan...New York, New York.' The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to hold off on supporting an agreement that would transfer developmental agreements for the proposed Santa Barbara Ranch residential ... (more)
A deputy patrolling Highway 246 saw two subjects sitting in a sedan parked at Park & Ride.
What I heard was incorrect. I was contacted by one of the actual new owners: Matt of the Brothers Restaurant fame, recently of Mattei's Tavern, called to correct the misinformation.
Diamond Bar, Walnut Community News
This Memorial Day weekend, the Diamond Bar/Walnut Sheriff's Station will join the Click It or Ticket campaign to enforce seat belt laws.
Chumash Liquor License Hearing Postponed
The public hearing on the proposed expansion of the alcohol license issued to the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has been postponed.
Foley Family Wines purchases Sawyer Cellars
Foley Family Wines is expanding again, announcing a deal Monday to acquire a winery in the heart of Napa Valley, Sawyer Cellars.
Democrats vie for likely second-place position in 44th Assembly District
Elections in low-turnout primaries can be unpredictable events when there are candidates on the ballot who most voters have never heardA of.
Inaugural Chefs' Picnic in the Park to Serve Up Good Food for a Good Cause
Join the inaugural Chefs' Picnic in the Park this Memorial Day weekend, from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 27 at the Solvang Festival Theater , 420 Second St.
After their two children grew up and moved away from home, Leonard and Nancy Morrell were unsure of what to do with their nearly 2 and a half acres of land nestled just off Alamo Pintado Road in Solvang.
Now casting for 'Legally Blonde' dog
The Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts has put out a casting call for a Chihuahua to fill the role of Bruiser, the main character’s dog, in its upcoming production of “Legally Blonde.” To pass the audition, the dog should be tan-colored, must be comfortable riding in a purse and wearing a sweater, and must be up for a ... (more)
Solvang Without the Tour of California
For just the 3rd time in 7 years the Tour of California will not make a stop in Solvang.
Crews Respond to Late-night Vegetation Fire in Solvang
The blaze, which was burning in a creekbed, was reported at about 10:30 p.m., and was in the vicinity of Alamo Pintado Road and Dermanak Road, according to county fire dispatch.
A woman contacted authorities after her Kindle reader was stolen from a clinic. The woman said on April 10 she went to an appointment at Sansum Clinic in Solvang and left her kindle device on the counter in the third patient room.
Improvements in California RV Resort Paid Off
When a group of investors acquired Flying Flags RV Resort in Buellton, Calif., seven years ago, they initially planned to demolish the property and replace it with single family homes.