Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel offers a unique boutique experience with 50 elegantly designed ...

Santa Barbara International Orchid Show was back for its 77th season. The theme: 'Exotic Gardens'. Merlie and I attended the ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Staying safe in today’s world can be a challenge, especially for individuals who face additional ...

The Ides of March were not kind to the No. 15 UC Santa Barbara Baseball team (15-3, 4-1 Big West), as the Gauchos and Hawai'i (13-5, 2-3 Big West) played ...

Museums are always a good excursion and educational trip during your next trip! Learn about a new culture, feel inspired by a ...

Santa Barbara’s vibrant food culture is experiencing a renaissance, thanks to the innovative Taste Makers Market—a unique pop ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service.

Make your trip to California unforgettable with insider tips on exploring the state's most iconic cities and landscapes.

The City of Santa Barbara has announced that free self-serve sandbag stations have been set up today and will remain open ...

Now in its 55th year, the Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival will return to Alameda Park April 26-27. This year’s theme Our Power, Our Planet invites the ...

Safety is key when enjoying the golden sands of California, so where better than the safest beach in the Golden State for ...