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In Santa Barbara, our local legendary figures might involve colorful personalities or  people of unique accomplishment. That’s our theme for today ...

Stephanie Nicks Janet Garufis The Granada Theatre has added two new members to its Board of Directors — Janet Garufis and Stephanie Nicks. Their passion

Peter and Gerd Jordano Peter Jordano, CEO of Jordano’s Foodservice Division and a member of a Italian American family who opened their local Santa Barbara

The Granada Theatre will host the 7th Annual  Granada Theatre Legends Gala honoring individuals and organizations that have illuminated and advanced

Angeles 'Mary' Perez Angeles "Mary" Perez recently passed away at the age of 93 years old in Santa Barbara. She was born on April 22, 1927 in El Paso,

What else is news in NoozWeek’s Top 5? Sexual harassment lawsuit clobbers Santa Barbara city hall, two fatal motorcycle wrecks, an alcohol ordinance, and death finally comes for a sadistic…

Jim Clendenen / Photo by Kirk Irwin In an industry loaded with gregarious personalities, winemaker Jim Clendenen, who died on May 15 at 68 years old, was cut from even more colorful cloth. With a flowing mane of wild hair, intense eyes and fierce confidence, Clendenen, the owner of Au Bon Climat winery, spent his entire career promoting the wines of Santa Barbara County around the world. He proved that Pinot Noir and Chardonnay could be made in a leaner, Burgundian style despite abundant Califo...