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Santa Maria-Bonita teachers engage in intensive literacy-development program - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria-Bonita teachers engage in intensive literacy-development program Santa Maria Times
Published on 16 June 2025 | 12:00 am
Authorities investigating fatal crash in Santa Maria Saturday evening - KSBY News
Authorities investigating fatal crash in Santa Maria Saturday evening KSBY News
Published on 15 June 2025 | 9:14 pm
Today In History: June 15, over 1,000 killed in New York steamboat accident - Santa Maria Times
Today In History: June 15, over 1,000 killed in New York steamboat accident Santa Maria Times
Published on 15 June 2025 | 8:10 am
One Person Killed When Vehicle Veers Off Highway 101 in Santa Maria - Noozhawk
One Person Killed When Vehicle Veers Off Highway 101 in Santa Maria Noozhawk
Published on 15 June 2025 | 5:58 am
More Than 10,000 People Protest Trump in Santa Barbara on No Kings Day - Noozhawk
More Than 10,000 People Protest Trump in Santa Barbara on No Kings Day Noozhawk
Published on 15 June 2025 | 4:48 am
Hundreds participate in “No Kings” protest Saturday afternoon in Lompoc | Photos - Santa Maria Times
Hundreds participate in “No Kings” protest Saturday afternoon in Lompoc | Photos Santa Maria Times
Published on 15 June 2025 | 4:20 am
Hundreds gather downtown for nationwide 'No Kings!' rally in Santa Maria Saturday | Photos - Santa Maria Times
Hundreds gather downtown for nationwide 'No Kings!' rally in Santa Maria Saturday | Photos Santa Maria Times
Published on 15 June 2025 | 3:31 am
"No Kings Day" demonstrators in San Luis Obispo voice concerns over ICE and military presence - KSBY News
"No Kings Day" demonstrators in San Luis Obispo voice concerns over ICE and military presence KSBY News
Published on 15 June 2025 | 12:25 am
Santa Maria-Bonita School District to host two-day job expo, aims to fill over 100 posts - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria-Bonita School District to host two-day job expo, aims to fill over 100 posts Santa Maria Times
Published on 15 June 2025 | 12:00 am
Classics with the Cardinals, Santa Barbara's Premier Car Show - Santa Maria Times
Classics with the Cardinals, Santa Barbara's Premier Car Show Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:20 pm
Midnight mission: Amy Smith is devoted to helping Santa Maria’s community cats - Santa Maria Times
Midnight mission: Amy Smith is devoted to helping Santa Maria’s community cats Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:00 pm
Buellton State of the City scheduled for June 26 - Santa Maria Times
Buellton State of the City scheduled for June 26 Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:00 pm
Midnight mission: Amy Smith is devoted to helping Santa Maria’s community cats - Lompoc Record
Midnight mission: Amy Smith is devoted to helping Santa Maria’s community cats Lompoc Record
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:00 pm
Dr. Lynda M. Gantt: Listen to the voices of sacrifice, 'keep calm and carry on' - Santa Maria Times
Dr. Lynda M. Gantt: Listen to the voices of sacrifice, 'keep calm and carry on' Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 9:00 pm
Minnesota's slain Democratic leader saw liberal victories, then brokered a budget deal out of power - Santa Maria Times
Minnesota's slain Democratic leader saw liberal victories, then brokered a budget deal out of power Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 8:56 pm
New nursing assistants graduate Lompoc Valley Medical's comprehensive care course - Santa Maria Times
New nursing assistants graduate Lompoc Valley Medical's comprehensive care course Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 5:00 pm
Dance and Play Thursdays - Santa Maria Times
Dance and Play Thursdays Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 4:41 pm
Road closures in place in San Luis Obispo during No Kings demonstration - KSBY News
Road closures in place in San Luis Obispo during No Kings demonstration KSBY News
Published on 14 June 2025 | 3:55 pm
A tardy student turned genius | Holy Cow! History - Santa Maria Times
A tardy student turned genius | Holy Cow! History Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 2:00 pm
'What you see is what you get' weather on tap for coming week | Central Coast Weather Report - Santa Maria Times
'What you see is what you get' weather on tap for coming week | Central Coast Weather Report Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 1:00 pm
Jack Garvin Obituary (2025) - CA, California - Santa Maria Times - Legacy.com
Jack Garvin Obituary (2025) - CA, California - Santa Maria Times Legacy.com
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:26 am
Don’t underestimate Antonio Villaraigosa in the race for California governor | Guest Commentary - Santa Maria Times
Don’t underestimate Antonio Villaraigosa in the race for California governor | Guest Commentary Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:00 am
Hancock College hosting wine festival Saturday - Santa Maria Times
Hancock College hosting wine festival Saturday Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 1:00 am
Santa Maria's Chanti Medina sets sights on a career as an artist, educator after graduation from CalPoly - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria's Chanti Medina sets sights on a career as an artist, educator after graduation from CalPoly Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 12:30 am
MLB Roundup: Giants lose, Dodgers remain alone in first - Santa Maria Times
MLB Roundup: Giants lose, Dodgers remain alone in first Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 12:30 am
Let’s not call it a gift until we know what’s inside | Ron Colone - Santa Maria Times
Let’s not call it a gift until we know what’s inside | Ron Colone Santa Maria Times
Published on 14 June 2025 | 12:30 am
Santa Maria officers arrest four people for gang related charges - Cal Coast News
Santa Maria officers arrest four people for gang related charges Cal Coast News
Published on 14 June 2025 | 12:09 am
Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground - Santa Maria Times
Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 9:58 pm
Israel strikes Iran's nuclear sites and kills its top generals. Iran retaliates with missile barrage - Santa Maria Times
Israel strikes Iran's nuclear sites and kills its top generals. Iran retaliates with missile barrage Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 9:14 pm
Craft Show & Maker's Faire at the Santa Maria Masonic Lodge - Lompoc Record
Craft Show & Maker's Faire at the Santa Maria Masonic Lodge Lompoc Record
Published on 13 June 2025 | 8:43 pm
Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal after Israeli strikes devastate Tehran - Santa Maria Times
Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal after Israeli strikes devastate Tehran Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 8:28 pm
California Legislature OKs proposal to freeze health care access for some immigrants - Santa Maria Times
California Legislature OKs proposal to freeze health care access for some immigrants Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 8:27 pm
Immigration raids are threatening businesses that supply America's food, farm bureaus say - Santa Maria Times
Immigration raids are threatening businesses that supply America's food, farm bureaus say Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:41 pm
New businesses coming soon to old Santa Maria Costco building, next door at site of closed restaurants - News Channel 3-12
New businesses coming soon to old Santa Maria Costco building, next door at site of closed restaurants News Channel 3-12
Published on 13 June 2025 | 6:09 pm
Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California - Santa Maria Times
Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 5:56 pm
Santa Maria Valley graduations celebrate Class of 2025 | Series - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria Valley graduations celebrate Class of 2025 | Series Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 5:55 pm
'Dream big, work hard': Delta High School graduates Class of 2025 - Santa Maria Times
'Dream big, work hard': Delta High School graduates Class of 2025 Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 5:47 pm
Penske driver Scott McLaughlin's tough month ends with hope for a fresh start at Gateway - Santa Maria Times
Penske driver Scott McLaughlin's tough month ends with hope for a fresh start at Gateway Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 3:10 pm
Earthquakes damage centuries-old monasteries in a secluded religious community in Greece - Santa Maria Times
Earthquakes damage centuries-old monasteries in a secluded religious community in Greece Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 1:51 pm
Newsom wanted to fast-track the Delta tunnel project. The Legislature slowed the flow | Dan Walters - Santa Maria Times
Newsom wanted to fast-track the Delta tunnel project. The Legislature slowed the flow | Dan Walters Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 1:30 pm
In LA riot standoff, Trump is right; Bass, Newsom are wrong | Byron York - Santa Maria Times
In LA riot standoff, Trump is right; Bass, Newsom are wrong | Byron York Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Rafael Rodriguez Obituary (2025) - Santa Maria, CA - Santa Maria Times - Legacy.com
Rafael Rodriguez Obituary (2025) - Santa Maria, CA - Santa Maria Times Legacy.com
Published on 13 June 2025 | 11:59 am
Crime is down, but chaos is up | Guest Commentary - Santa Maria Times
Crime is down, but chaos is up | Guest Commentary Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 11:00 am
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT - Santa Maria Times
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 4:04 am
Santa Maria Graduates Urged to Remember the Small Moments - Noozhawk
Santa Maria Graduates Urged to Remember the Small Moments Noozhawk
Published on 13 June 2025 | 3:55 am
Dozens gather in Santa Maria to protest against ICE activity - KSBY News
Dozens gather in Santa Maria to protest against ICE activity KSBY News
Published on 13 June 2025 | 3:33 am
Officials cut ribbon on Santa Maria Valley Railroad partnership with OmniTRAX - Santa Maria Times
Officials cut ribbon on Santa Maria Valley Railroad partnership with OmniTRAX Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 2:30 am
Santa Maria High School Class of 2025 celebrates milestone graduation - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria High School Class of 2025 celebrates milestone graduation Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 2:00 am
Santa Ynez Valley Pride Parade slated for Saturday - Santa Maria Times
Santa Ynez Valley Pride Parade slated for Saturday Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 1:06 am
‘ICE out of 805’ Press Conference in Santa Maria Urges Protection for Farmworkers - News Channel 3-12
‘ICE out of 805’ Press Conference in Santa Maria Urges Protection for Farmworkers News Channel 3-12
Published on 13 June 2025 | 1:01 am
Righetti grads celebrate fruits of their labor, bask in commencement ceremony - Santa Maria Times
Righetti grads celebrate fruits of their labor, bask in commencement ceremony Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 1:00 am
Ribbon-cutting event marks change in ownership at Santa Maria Valley Railroad - KSBY News
Ribbon-cutting event marks change in ownership at Santa Maria Valley Railroad KSBY News
Published on 13 June 2025 | 12:39 am
Santa Ynez' Malia Ortiz signs with Claremont Mudd-Scripps track, field - Santa Maria Times
Santa Ynez' Malia Ortiz signs with Claremont Mudd-Scripps track, field Santa Maria Times
Published on 13 June 2025 | 12:00 am
Santa Maria High School graduates Class of 2025 Thursday | Photos - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria High School graduates Class of 2025 Thursday | Photos Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:56 pm
For first time, ICE targets Central Coast farms in ‘major workplace raids’ - San Luis Obispo Tribune
For first time, ICE targets Central Coast farms in ‘major workplace raids’ San Luis Obispo Tribune
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:47 pm
New, safer Hwy. 46, Hwy. 41 interchange celebrated by CalTrans on Wednesday - Santa Maria Times
New, safer Hwy. 46, Hwy. 41 interchange celebrated by CalTrans on Wednesday Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:30 pm
Pioneer Valley Class of 2025 turns tassles as skies clear for Thursday commencement - Santa Maria Times
Pioneer Valley Class of 2025 turns tassles as skies clear for Thursday commencement Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:30 pm
Pioneer Valley High School graduates Class of 2025 Thursday in Santa Maria | Photos - Santa Maria Times
Pioneer Valley High School graduates Class of 2025 Thursday in Santa Maria | Photos Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:26 pm
2,200+ students graduate from Santa Maria Joint Union High School District - KSBY News
2,200+ students graduate from Santa Maria Joint Union High School District KSBY News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:14 pm
Righetti High School holds 61st commencement ceremony Thursday in Santa Maria | Photos - Santa Maria Times
Righetti High School holds 61st commencement ceremony Thursday in Santa Maria | Photos Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:03 pm
Central Coast leaders condemn ICE raids, demand state action to protect immigrant communities - Santa Maria Times
Central Coast leaders condemn ICE raids, demand state action to protect immigrant communities Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 11:00 pm
The road ahead after the NCAA settlement comes with risk, reward and warnings - Santa Maria Times
The road ahead after the NCAA settlement comes with risk, reward and warnings Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 9:11 pm
Santa Maria area high schools celebrate Class of 2025 during graduation ceremonies - News Channel 3-12
Santa Maria area high schools celebrate Class of 2025 during graduation ceremonies News Channel 3-12
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:53 pm
Paul Adolph Lopez of Santa Maria, 1948-2025 - Noozhawk
Paul Adolph Lopez of Santa Maria, 1948-2025 Noozhawk
Published on 12 June 2025 | 3:27 pm
OmniTRAX begins Santa Maria Valley Railroad joint venture - trains.com
OmniTRAX begins Santa Maria Valley Railroad joint venture trains.com
Published on 12 June 2025 | 1:35 pm
Why the legislature’s budget proposal would put California in an even deeper hole | Dan Walters - Santa Maria Times
Why the legislature’s budget proposal would put California in an even deeper hole | Dan Walters Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 1:30 pm
Make America hungry again | Steven V. Roberts - Santa Maria Times
Make America hungry again | Steven V. Roberts Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
She served the American people for 35 years. Now her retirement income is on the line - NPR
She served the American people for 35 years. Now her retirement income is on the line NPR
Published on 12 June 2025 | 9:00 am
Santa Maria farmworkers recount fear after reported ICE raid - KSBY News
Santa Maria farmworkers recount fear after reported ICE raid KSBY News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 4:41 am
2nd Carport Fire Damages Vehicles; Santa Maria Firefighters Investigating - Noozhawk
2nd Carport Fire Damages Vehicles; Santa Maria Firefighters Investigating Noozhawk
Published on 12 June 2025 | 2:47 am
County supervisors narrowly pass resolution opposing offshore oil drilling - Santa Maria Times
County supervisors narrowly pass resolution opposing offshore oil drilling Santa Maria Times
Published on 12 June 2025 | 12:30 am
Santa Maria-Bonita Educators Participate in Literacy Program - Noozhawk
Santa Maria-Bonita Educators Participate in Literacy Program Noozhawk
Published on 11 June 2025 | 11:54 pm
Longtime Santa Maria Valley Educator Jack Garvin Dies at 90 - Noozhawk
Longtime Santa Maria Valley Educator Jack Garvin Dies at 90 Noozhawk
Published on 11 June 2025 | 10:12 pm
Santa Maria offers free Fourth of July yard signs for noise-sensitive residents - KSBY News
Santa Maria offers free Fourth of July yard signs for noise-sensitive residents KSBY News
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:39 pm
Vehicles destroyed in carport fire in Santa Maria - KSBY News
Vehicles destroyed in carport fire in Santa Maria KSBY News
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:09 pm
Dr. Jack Garvin, longtime Santa Maria School Board Member, passes away - KSBY News
Dr. Jack Garvin, longtime Santa Maria School Board Member, passes away KSBY News
Published on 11 June 2025 | 6:20 pm
Allison Blecher captures Santa Maria Cup match racing championship - Capital Gazette
Allison Blecher captures Santa Maria Cup match racing championship Capital Gazette
Published on 11 June 2025 | 9:02 am
Another Santa Maria Carport Fire Damages Multiple Vehicles, Arson Suspected - Edhat
Another Santa Maria Carport Fire Damages Multiple Vehicles, Arson Suspected Edhat
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Community Rallies to ‘Keep ICE Out’ of Central Coast - The Santa Barbara Independent
Community Rallies to ‘Keep ICE Out’ of Central Coast The Santa Barbara Independent
Published on 11 June 2025 | 3:33 am
Armando Manriquez Obituary (2025) - Santa Maria, CA - Santa Maria Times - Legacy.com
Armando Manriquez Obituary (2025) - Santa Maria, CA - Santa Maria Times Legacy.com
Published on 10 June 2025 | 11:06 am
Santa Maria Valley graduations celebrate Class of 2025 | Series - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria Valley graduations celebrate Class of 2025 | Series Santa Maria Times
Published on 9 June 2025 | 9:12 pm
HOPE celebrates 7th annual Santa Maria Pride with biggest turnout yet - KSBY News
HOPE celebrates 7th annual Santa Maria Pride with biggest turnout yet KSBY News
Published on 9 June 2025 | 2:37 am
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo 2025 - vandenberg.spaceforce.mil
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo 2025 vandenberg.spaceforce.mil
Published on 1 June 2025 | 11:28 pm
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade 2025 - vandenberg.spaceforce.mil
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade 2025 vandenberg.spaceforce.mil
Published on 31 May 2025 | 8:33 pm
Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade Fills Broadway - Noozhawk
Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade Fills Broadway Noozhawk
Published on 31 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Pedestrian Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle in Santa Maria - Noozhawk
Pedestrian Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle in Santa Maria Noozhawk
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Pedestrian in critical condition following collision in Santa Maria - KSBY News
Pedestrian in critical condition following collision in Santa Maria KSBY News
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Suspected arson fire destroys cars at Santa Maria apartment complex - KSBY News
Suspected arson fire destroys cars at Santa Maria apartment complex KSBY News
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Santa Maria breaks ground on long-awaited 21-acre sports complex - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria breaks ground on long-awaited 21-acre sports complex Santa Maria Times
Published on 28 May 2025 | 11:41 pm
Santa Maria stabbing suspect pleads not guilty - KSBY News
Santa Maria stabbing suspect pleads not guilty KSBY News
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Santa Maria's Elks Rodeo returns with a new five-day lineup - KSBY News
Santa Maria's Elks Rodeo returns with a new five-day lineup KSBY News
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Preps underway for annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade - KSBY News
Preps underway for annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade KSBY News
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Okonite union workers continue strike after health coverage cut following contract rejection - KSBY News
Okonite union workers continue strike after health coverage cut following contract rejection KSBY News
Published on 27 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Suspect, 59, Arrested in Fatal Knife Attack in Santa Maria | Local News - Noozhawk
Suspect, 59, Arrested in Fatal Knife Attack in Santa Maria | Local News Noozhawk
Published on 26 May 2025 | 7:00 am
UPDATE: Victim in fatal stabbing in Santa Maria identified - KSBY News
UPDATE: Victim in fatal stabbing in Santa Maria identified KSBY News
Published on 26 May 2025 | 7:00 am
DMV’s New Santa Maria Field Office to Open This Summer - Noozhawk
DMV’s New Santa Maria Field Office to Open This Summer Noozhawk
Published on 24 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Santa Maria Valley Memorial Day events planned - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria Valley Memorial Day events planned Santa Maria Times
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
West Coast Kustoms returns to Santa Maria for annual car show, cruise - KSBY News
West Coast Kustoms returns to Santa Maria for annual car show, cruise KSBY News
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Santa Maria Speedway on track with renewed focus, new ownership - Santa Maria Times
Santa Maria Speedway on track with renewed focus, new ownership Santa Maria Times
Published on 22 May 2025 | 1:31 am
Restart your engines, SLO County: Santa Maria Speedway is back with a new owner - San Luis Obispo Tribune
Restart your engines, SLO County: Santa Maria Speedway is back with a new owner San Luis Obispo Tribune
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am