California reopening tier system will end in mid-June, ending capacity limits and some public masking requirements
Board of Supervisors Chair Bob Nelson says during Tuesday’s meeting that the state of California should align with the new federal masking guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Santa Barbara Public Health Director Van Do-Reynoso, right, said county representatives voted to do so, but were in the minority among California counties. (Screenshot via Santa Barbara County ) By Jade Martinez-Pogue, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @MartinezPogue
May 18, 2021
| 3:03 p.m.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new COVID-19-related mask guidance saying fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear face coverings in most indoor settings, but California, and Santa Barbara County, will not change the current mandates until June 15, Public Health Director Van Do-Reynoso shared at Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting.
Actual commencements resume after last year’s coronavirus cancellations with public safety protocols, of course
After last year’s drive-through and virtual commencement ceremonies, this year’s graduations will look a little more like that enjoyed by Lompoc High School’s Class of 2014 albeit with social distancing and reduced attendance. (Noozhawk file photo) By Brooke Holland, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @BT Holland | UPDATED 8:50 a.m.
May 9, 2021
| 8:30 p.m.
Many high school seniors in the Class of 2021 will be able to cross the stage to receive their hard-earned diplomas at in-person ceremonies in Santa Barbara County.
However, some local schools are finalizing plans as of this week.
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