Taylor O'Connor

2 months ago | news10.com | Taylor O'Connor

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Coming off the program’s 11th NCAA Tournament appearance, the University at Albany men’s lacrosse team has lofty aspirations for the 2025 campaign after returning five of the top six point scorers from last year’s team. What transpired in the Great Danes’ season opener Friday against Colgate University was far from what is to be expected of this squad. UAlbany fell into a six-goal, first-quarter deficit, and it was mostly downhill from there.

2 months ago | newtimesslo.com | Camillia Lanham |Bulbul Rajagopal |Taylor O'Connor |Samantha Herrera

The only one preventing you from trying new things is you. Take a page out of Andrea Rooks’ book and step out of your normal life into the unknown. She tried archery last year and it shot her in the heart. She’s all in on the sport now and chatted with Central Coast Archery about its decade in business, the pros who teach there, and why it’s such an exhilarating hobby. Other outdoor activities that could fit into your 2025 calendar include running, yoga, surfing, biking, and skiing.

Dec 26, 2024 | santamariasun.com | Taylor O'Connor

Whether it’s sipping on a sweet agua fresca, munching on smoky roasted corn, or chowing down on a juicy burger and crisp fries, Lompoc residents can find a variety of goodies at the city’s new Food Truck Collective. “This is a great opportunity for families to come out to experience some of the wonderful food trucks in Lompoc,” Lompoc Parks and Recreation Division Recreation Supervisor Chad Dawson said in a statement.

Dec 19, 2024 | santamariasun.com | Taylor O'Connor

There are emergencies where calling 911 isn’t possible. “An example we had in 2021 was [a] passenger with a drunk driver,” Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Raquel Zick told the Sun. “They can’t just say, ‘Hey, this person is driving me down the San Marcos Pass and they’re drunk’ … situations where someone is within earshot and they want to reach out for help.” Power outages can impact cellphone towers and people can’t call, but they can still text.

Dec 19, 2024 | santamariasun.com | Taylor O'Connor

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the first-of-its-kind Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance, closing years of time and effort poured into one document. “The AEO [Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance] supports the continuation of farming and ranching on agricultural lands,” Santa Barbara County 3rd District Supervisor Joan Hartmann told the Sun.