The Battle Over Access to Hollister Ranch Beaches

More local news: Photos from the recent drone show in Solvang; New York Times travel columnist visits Santa Barbara, declares it "almost too pleasant"; a good Samaritan left scarves in Chase Palm Park; Goleta massively misbudgets for new sidewalks.

This Is What a $100,000 Rental Looks Like

Plus: The stars are coming out for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival; Oscar-shortlisted documentaries being screened at the Riviera Theatre; San Ysidro roundabout meeting; new Goleta space for Coast Supply Co.

Brainstorming New Locations for the Saturday Farmers’ Market

More local news: Two mountain lions spotted along Arroyo Burro Trail; Santa Barbara County to raise prices for annual park passes; Montecito Sanitary District's new building makes progress. 1

Newsletter: December 23

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Montecito’s Prestigious Picacho Lane

When you slow down for a stroll, you see so much more. In this installment: Picacho Lane, one of the most desirable streets in Montecito. 2

This Glamorous 1934 Montecito Estate Is Now $1.5 Million Cheaper

The week's other top price reductions: The funky oceanfront compound in the Mesa; 1904 house steps from Miramar Beach; Don Nulty Mediterranean mansion; fourth chop for 2.3-acre Ennisbrook property.

Downtown Santa Barbara Is Getting a Bike-Share Program

More local news: County to finally start process for cannabis retail; Lotusland CEO steps down; city council pushes back on the state's new laissez-faire ADU laws; W. Montecito Street hotel approved; MarBorg gets more time for its new building.

Lighthouse Coffee Is Taking Over the Breakfast Culture Club Space

More food news: The Enterprise Fish Co. building is for sale; delicious gift ideas from Sama Sama Kitchen, Merci Montecito, and Bree'osh; permanent taco truck parked at State and Haley; Brasil Arts Café got a reprieve.

Newsletter: December 19

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The Funk Zone’s Next Major Restaurant

Plus: Brad Pitt is coming to town; three Montecito houses slated for demolition; 1929 estate now available for less; Caltrans to replace the San Jose Creek bridge on the 101 in Goleta; meeting about Cave Fire area flood control.