Parents and children of all ages can enjoy cooking and crafts Friday, Nov. 13, at the Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA’s monthly Friday Fun Night. Every second Friday of the month, the YMCA hosts an activity with a different theme for a different age group. Full Story »
“Cowboys for Kids,” a day of competition and fun for people of all ages was hosted Sunday by the Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Association. The day featured numerous roping and gymkhana events, children’s activities, raffles and a tri-tip barbecue. Full Story »
Longtime Santa Ynez Valley resident Bill Burns, an active equestrian and retired Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s lieutenant, died Sunday, Nov. 1, two weeks after suffering a head injury in an accident at home. Full Story »
A large crowd of law-enforcement officers and civilians were expected to mourn together at a public memorial service Wednesday for Buellton CHP Officer Jarrod Martinez, who died last week in a motorcycle accident in Los Olivos. Full Story »
Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of bicyclists will return Saturday, Nov. 7, for the eighteenth Solvang Prelude bicycle ride organized by Specialized Coronary Outpatient Rehabilitation (SCOR), a recreational bike club that promotes cycling as rehabilitative therapy for people with heart conditions. Full Story »
On Veterans Day, we honor and salute all of the many American veterans who, throughout our history, have unselfishly placed their lives on the line for freedom. Full Story »
The Cold Spring Canyon Bridge towers above a picturesque gorge in the Santa Ynez Valley, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and a means to avoid the narrow and winding former stagecoach route in the rugged canyon below. Full Story »
The first showdown between supporters and opponents of a law that would mandate spaying and neutering for cats and dogs was expectedly heated Tuesday at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting. Full Story »
For both children and adults, the frights began even before they entered the “Swamp of Screams.” As they waited in line Friday and Saturday nights to enter the community haunted house at the Solvang Festival Theater, people could hear bone-chilling screams coming from inside. Full Story »
“Cowboys for Kids,” a day of competition and fun for people of all ages was hosted Sunday by the Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Association. The day featured numerous roping and gymkhana events, children’s activities, raffles and a tri-tip barbecue. Full Story »
Longtime Santa Ynez Valley resident Bill Burns, an active equestrian and retired Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s lieutenant, died Sunday, Nov. 1, two weeks after suffering a head injury in an accident at home. Full Story »
A large crowd of law-enforcement officers and civilians were expected to mourn together at a public memorial service Wednesday for Buellton CHP Officer Jarrod Martinez, who died last week in a motorcycle accident in Los Olivos. Full Story »
Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of bicyclists will return Saturday, Nov. 7, for the eighteenth Solvang Prelude bicycle ride organized by Specialized Coronary Outpatient Rehabilitation (SCOR), a recreational bike club that promotes cycling as rehabilitative therapy for people with heart conditions. Full Story »
On Veterans Day, we honor and salute all of the many American veterans who, throughout our history, have unselfishly placed their lives on the line for freedom. Full Story »
The Cold Spring Canyon Bridge towers above a picturesque gorge in the Santa Ynez Valley, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and a means to avoid the narrow and winding former stagecoach route in the rugged canyon below. Full Story »
The first showdown between supporters and opponents of a law that would mandate spaying and neutering for cats and dogs was expectedly heated Tuesday at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting. Full Story »
For both children and adults, the frights began even before they entered the “Swamp of Screams.” As they waited in line Friday and Saturday nights to enter the community haunted house at the Solvang Festival Theater, people could hear bone-chilling screams coming from inside. Full Story »
Longtime Santa Ynez Valley resident Bill Burns, an active equestrian and retired Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s lieutenant, died Sunday, Nov. 1, two weeks after suffering a head injury in an accident at home. Full Story »
The musical documentary “Michael Jackson’s This Is It,” will be a revelation to some moviegoers more than others. Hard-core fans will attend the film ready to embrace and appreciate the last recorded glimpses of the late entertainer. Full Story »
Santa Barbara County 3rd District Supervisor Doreen Farr is holding open office hours from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday in her Solvang office at 1745 Mission Drive. Full Story »
For antique clock owners, last weekend’s end of daylight saving time posed unique problems. Turning back the clock counterclockwise can damage an old clock’s intricate mechanism. However, there are ways to safely reset an antique clock, according to one of the owners of the Solvang Antique Center. Full Story »
Local state parks are remaining open in the wake of California’s budget cuts, but might be dirtier and more unkempt than visitors are used to. Full Story »
The city of Solvang has mailed out notices reminding that business certificate renewals are due Jan. 1. Business owners in Solvang are required to renew their certificates each year for $30 annually. Full Story »
A 30-year-old California Highway Patrol officer killed in a motorcycle accident in Los Olivos was remembered by colleagues Friday as a young man whose career was maturing into a model of dedication to public service. Full Story »
Solvang Elementary School Superintendent Tom Allcock transformed into Uncle Sam for the annual Halloween parade through downtown Solvang on Friday afternoon. Full Story »
A morning moonset peeks through the autumn foliage near Bradfordton, Ill. AP Photo/Seth Perlman
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