wellness
Santa Maria Chefs Turn Peak July Harvest Into Five Seasonal Meals
Santa Maria kitchens can turn July's peak harvest into five straightforward meals built around valley strawberries, corn and tomatoes.
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Santa Maria Voters Must Check Registration Status Before Local Elections
Residents need to check their registration status, polling locations, and key dates now to avoid being turned away on election day.
wellness
Santa Maria Parks Staff Rates Five Popular Walking Trails by Difficulty
City parks staff released updated difficulty ratings this week for five popular routes across Santa Maria neighborhoods.
wellness
Santa Maria Heat Demands More Water: Adjust Intake For 80-Degree Days
Santa Maria's dry summer air and frequent 80-degree afternoons push residents to adjust fluid intake beyond standard guidelines.
finance
Santa Maria Warehouse Project Adds 800 Jobs as Retail Expands
New developments including an 800-job warehouse and retail sites are adding positions while agriculture and local banking continue to support employment.
Politics
Santa Maria Voters Decide Sales Tax for Hundreds of Construction Jobs
Voters in Santa Maria will decide on a sales tax measure that could fund transportation projects expected to support hundreds of construction positions and improve bus routes serving downtown neighborhoods.
wellness
How to eat well on a tight budget: local tips
Santa Maria residents stretch grocery dollars with seasonal produce and community resources amid steady price pressures.
wellness
Why people are sleeping worse and what to do about it
Santa Maria residents report shorter nights tied to evening screen habits and work stress, with local programs offering concrete fixes.
finance
S&P 500 fell 0.43% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Santa Maria investors and retirement balances.
wellness
Santa Maria Studios Match 5 Yoga Styles to Your Lifestyle
Santa Maria studios are matching yoga formats to daily routines as more locals seek structured mindfulness options.
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Santa Maria Parks Suspends Online Services, Offers Phone and In-Person Alternatives
The department suspends online reservations and registrations during scheduled maintenance while directing users to phone and in-person options at its McClelland Street office.
news
UCSB Wins Two AI-for-Science Grants From Department of Energy
Two faculty-led efforts at UCSB enter Phase I support under the national AI-for-science program, shifting focus to practical steps for execution and collaboration.
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Multi-Day Weddings in Santa Maria: From Event to Weekend Getaway
Santa Maria couples are transforming weddings into extended weekend celebrations. Learn how multi-day wedding trends, welcome parties, and farewell brunches create memorable guest experiences.