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Law enforcement leaders join the UCSB Economic Forecast Project for a virtual webinar to discuss quality of life, specifically in relation to policing
Local leaders discuss plans for higher revenues and millions of dollars in federal funding during the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce event
Credit: UC Santa Barbara California, for so long a beacon of prosperity and fortune, is flagging in its ability to deliver on the promises that have attracted multitudes since the early 20th century. After decades of expansive growth, changes in priorities and governance have led to conditions that have become untenable for businesses and individuals, leading many to leave the Golden State, and causing others to reconsider their residency. On top of that, investment in the state’s infrastructure has been poor as the population has grown, leading to costlier measures down the line. That was ...
By Jade Martinez-Pogue, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @MartinezPogue December 11, 2020 | 8:06 p.m. With an ever-changing business climate and ongoing public health concerns, Santa Barbara County leaders gathered Friday for a State of the County address focused on the far-reaching economic impacts that COVID-19 has had on the community. “Ten months into the pandemic, we’re riding another wave of uncertainty as everyone is concerned about the rise in COVID cases throughout our county,” Kristen Miller, president and CEO of the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, said in intro...
| 8:30 a.m. Between the coronavirus, the chaos caused by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s latest stay-at-home order, and a terrible accident that took the life of a man who was just driving down the street, this past week provided the full range of reasons why Noozhawk is so important to your everyday life. Every day, we hear from readers that our reporting truly makes a difference for them, and that no one else covers Santa Barbara County like we do: » “Noozhawk keeps me feeling connected & up-to-date.” » “We have really benefited from your updates on local news. It is so important now more th...