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20 – 27 MARCH 2025 | VOL 31 ISS 12 www.montecitojournal.net
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SERVING MONTECITO AND SOUTHERN SANTA BARBARA
Sable Town Hall – Tempers flare as government officials, environmental advocates, and the public gather for a town hall on the Sable-Exxon deal, P.10
Spring at Lotusland – The perfume of nature’s bloom is in the air… Spring Equinox is here and just in time for Lotusland’s floral fun this weekend, P.16
What the
FLOCK? Trish’s History Trish Davis, legendary local historian, talks about the beginnings of Montecito’s History Committee and Women’s History Month, page 12
Discover Your Private Paradise coralcasinobeachclub.com | @coralcasinobeachclub | 805.455.2587
New hope with Faith of a Child Foundation, page 11
Main Stage Staple – From Teen Star to SB fave, the ongoing journey of Jackson Gillies and his mission to rock local streets and stages, P.20
Should crime-fighting Montecito install FLOCK License Plate Readers in town? How many would it take? Will there be a record of you singing in your car? The Montecito Association discusses (Story starts on page 5) Clear the Way
Montecito Fire gives tips on clearing your property for fire hazards, home hardening, and being better prepared for fire season, page 31