As a destination blessed by an abundance of loveliness, it’s no surprise that Santa Barbara has a superb zoo. The AZA-accredited Santa Barbara Zoo covers 30 acres and is home to more than 500 animals. Among them are giraffes, western…
Again this week, rising coronavirus cases dominated the news statewide and nationwide. Read on for the latest measures to curb cases and other news from across California… California Issues Curfew for Purple Tier Counties Covid-19 case rates increased by approximately…
By J.C. Thomas It’s easy to fit all of California’s wine country into a single vision, certainly a charming one. Picture miles of gentle rolling hills covered with neat rows of grape vines, interrupted only by chic cities offering tasting…
Surging coronavirus cases dominated the news in California this week. Here’s the latest from across the state… California Passes 1 Million Covid-19 Cases Johns Hopkins reports that California has passed the 1-million milestone for confirmed cases of Covid-19, with a…
Cookbooks are a go-to gift for the foodies in your life, but not all titles are gift-worthy. Don’t just grab any old recipe book! Read on for Part III of our holiday gift guide, in which we recommend some truly…
All eyes were on the national news this week, but let’s turn to California for a roundup of the biggest news stories in the state… Which Ballot Propositions Passed/Failed? Twelve statewide propositions were on the ballot in California this week.…
Do you have a few creative types to buy for this holiday season? We think that one of these kits might just be the perfect gift. Whether it’s a new craft you think they might enjoy or an activity that…
Reservations are no longer needed to drive into Yosemite National Park Read on for an update on other National Park Service properties in California The reservation system put in place from June 11, 2020 to limit entrance to Yosemite National…
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including coronavirus news, a wildfire update and the latest from Sacramento. Wildfire Update Earlier this week, around 345,000 PG&E customers in Northern California had their power shut off amid…
Museum stores are the best! They tend to feature interesting, original collections of beautiful, quirky, and cool items that make fantastic gifts. This year, most museums are closed to the public or are open only in limited capacities, but their…
In the serene Sierra foothills of Calaveras County is Copperopolis, a small town with a lot of stories to tell. Visitors come for the beautiful scenery, the lakes and rivers prime for fishing, hiking trails across rolling hills, top-notch golf…
The Golf Club at Copper Valley in Copperopolis, California
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including a coronavirus update and the latest from Sacramento. Scientific Safety Experts to Review Covid-19 Vaccines Before Distribution in California Governor Gavin Newsom has named a group of nationally…
