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UNCAGED: Domestic Violence Resources in Our Community
Domestic violence is a dark underside within our community. It comes in many forms, often…
How Did This Happen?
Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 there has been many reports of hate…
Antioch Alumni Angie Bryan: Advocating for Young Adults In Recovery
Antioch graduate Angie Bryan has been making a difference for Santa Barbara county youth. The…
A Reprieve from Technology
Nearly six months after COVID-19 hit American soil, many of us still work remotely, including students,…
The Swedish Reporter Interviews Locals
Although many restaurants and bars have now reopened in California, strict guidelines are still in…
A Shift from Car to Park: Reimagining State Street
Forks tapped on plates, glasses clinked, candles flickered and servers snaked through the din of…
COLORBLIND: Empathy in Activism
As a young mulatta, it was difficult to find my place in the world. I…
Corporate Social Responsibility: A Call to Action for Millennials
Despite only recently becoming a key term in business, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has been…
Do I Really Matter? An Insight on the Impact of the Covid-19 Closures on our Homeless Population and the Importance of Human Kindness
Yet again, they ignored me as I reached my hand out for support, …
Healing in Harmony: How Pura Luna Women’s Apothecary in Santa Barbara is “Helping Women Heal Themselves”
“A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down.” This is, after all, the famous…
Santa Barbara Community Gardens
Santa Barbara, California is home to one of the most moderate year-round climates in the…
Night Lizard Brewing Company: Brewing For A Cause
What pairs best with my craft beer? Local brewing company Night Lizard’s answer might surprise…
Meditating on Death to Commit to Living: Part 2
“As a Buddhist, I view death as a normal process, a reality that I accept…
Career Counseling At Antioch Santa Barbara
Many students will agree that considering post-graduation career options can be intimidating and overwhelming. It’s…
What Surfing Taught Me About Overcoming Trauma
When I first decided to learn to surf, I thought of it as nothing more…
One Book at a Time
Perhaps the best writing advice was given to me by a mentor of mine and…
Today’s Inmate is Tomorrow’s Neighbor
The United states incarcerates more of its citizens than any other country in the world.…
Falling Through Cracks: When The Safety Net for Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder Fails
Imagine spending days in the hospital emergency room with your child—who at times is strapped…
Ojai Trees: Working Towards A Greener Future
As Co2 levels continue to rise, contributing to global temperature changes and warming, humanity is…
Mija and Seven Lions Bring Invigorating Energy to Santa Barbara
It comes as no surprise that the Electronic Dance Music industry is alive and well…
New Youth Group for Trans Teens in SB
According to a new study by the University of Minnesota, more teens than ever before…
Santa Barbara’s Top Three Holiday Markets
Santa Barbara has always been a place of beauty. The rugged, chaparral mountains meet the…
Dinosaurs at the Zoo? Creating A Conservation Connnection Through Puppets
On a beautiful Saturday morning, young kids sit on the bright green lawn with their…
Tech805 Presents Borderline Benefit
The month of November is a time of giving thanks for the blessings that we…
Finding Your Inner Bliss
What if I told you it is possible to reach inner bliss even on a…