Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara is a town known for stunning landscapes and rich history but there’s another layer that most people overlook – ...

“It is important to me that clients feel heard, seen, and supported,” said Jetta Harris, who’s winning this category for the first time. And she does that “by meeting them where they are individually.

From architectural details to beautifully designed patios, these two Santa Barbara restaurants offer design lovers a reason ...

Santa Barbara balances luxury living with a laid-back vibe. The city offers a range of activities fitting any budget. Unique shopping, breathtaking views, and historical hotels make for a great ...

Q: What types of fundraisers and/or programs does your nonprofit run? A: Santa Barbara New House’s yearly fundraising event is called (The Heart Of New House). This is a Luncheon to celebrate an ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Independent Living Resource Center, a Santa Barbara organization dedicated to promoting independent living for individuals with disabilities, is expanding its services for ...

Those who say it is more difficult to choose between two rights than two wrongs are correct—just look at the real estate market of Santa Barbara. The dramatic landscape of beaches, bluffs and hills ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Some people hired a trolley to visit the living nativity at the Old Mission Santa Barbara. They noticed baby Jesus wasn't placed in the scene, just yet. But on both sides of the ...

A century-old California estate, nestled on a hill up the winding roads of the Riviera neighborhood in Santa Barbara, California, and overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains is seeking ...

Chanee, left, and Mel at their new home on Gibbon Island at the Santa Barbara Zoo. (Courtesy photo) The Santa Barbara Zoo has welcomed two white-handed gibbons Chanee (pronounced SHAW-nee) and Mel to ...