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Search for your ‘soil-mate’ at The Plant Shoppe New Solvang business at Woman's Club site dedicated to indoor plants By Serena Guentz Contributing Writer

ocated inside a little red house on the corner of Atterdag Road and Elm Avenue in Solvang, The Plant Shoppe is Santa Ynez Valley’s newest plant store dedicated entirely to indoor plants. The shop’s owner, Jennifer De Nunzio, who has been local to the Valley for the last 12 years, started out in the plant business about 20 years ago when she took over a plant maintenance business in Goleta, Exotica West Interiorscapes. De Nunzio said she trained with the former owner of the business for about three months before taking over and found it to be the “perfect job” as she’s always had an interest in plants. With Exotica West, De Nunzio installs and maintains plants in a variety of businesses, such as banks, tech companies, and within the medical field. Depending on the business, she returns weekly or bi-weekly to water, dust, trim and otherwise care for the plants. Before coming to the Valley, De Nunzio lived in Goleta, where she was born, with some time in between growing up in Ojai. “I just like making places homey and comfortable,” De Nunzio said. “I think plants

The Plant Shoppe in Solvang features many indoor plants, such as snake plants and monstera, also known as Swiss cheese plants.

Photos by Serena Guentz Owner Jennifer De Nunzio stands in the doorway of The Plant Shoppe, located at 533 Atterdag Road in Solvang.

make a huge difference.” Now, while De Nunzio continues to run Exotica West, she can also pass some of her plant knowledge on to others as she sells a variety of plants at The Plant Shoppe. De Nunzio stocks an assortment of different plants in the shop from orchids and bro-

meliads to air plants and succulents, along with many other types of indoor plants. Macrame holders, terrariums and different plant containers can also be found throughout the shop. The Plant Shoppe opened its doors on Feb. 6 and celebrated its six-month anniversary

on Saturday, Aug. 7, with snacks, giveaways and guest artists selling their products at the store. “There’s some people who don’t know a thing [about plants] and then there’s the people who know more than I do probably,” De Nunzio said about those who come into The Plant Shoppe. “So, I can give advice on how to take care of plants and what kind of lighting they need.” De Nunzio said she wants to support local artists and carries locally made pillows, aprons and tea towels in the shop. The Plant Shoppe also currently has artwork for sale by local artist Sherri Cassell and jewelry from Hammered Hoops by PLANT SHOPPE CONTINUED TO PAGE 23

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Housing Trust Fund awarded $1 million U.S. Treasury grant Fund also provides loan for 92-unit Buellton Gardens complex Staff Report

he Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara County (HTF) has received a $1,038,000 grant from the U.S. Treasury CDFI Fund under the Rapid Response Program, which provides necessary and flexible capital for CDFIs to respond to the recent economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in underserved communities. The U.S. Treasury awarded a total of $1.25 billion to 863 community development financial institutions (CDFIs). Funds can be used for eligible economic development and affordable housing activities, as well as to help CDFIs build capital and loan loss reserves. HTF will use the grant award funds in its Revolving Loan Fund Program, which makes low-cost loans to sponsors of affordable housing projects for site acqui-

sition, predevelopment and construction costs and permanent financing. Through its Revolving Loan Fund, HTF has funded $8,772,671 in loans to date, representing 404 units of newly constructed and rehabilitated affordable housing. The Revolving Loan Fund Program operates countywide and has facilitated the production of affordable housing for low-income families and individuals, the elderly, the disabled, homeless people and others with special needs. Go to www. eda.gov/rlf/ for more information on the program. In other HTF news, the fund has provided a land take-out and predevelopment loan to People’s Self-Help Housing Corporation to facilitate development of the 92-unit Buellton Gardens affordable housing project that will be built at 10 McMurray Road behind the Albertson’s shopping center in Buellton. The project will be developed in two phases, with Phase I consisting of the three-story Building A with 47 units, inTRUST FUND CONTINUED TO PAGE 23

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SB County prepares for Gov. Newsom’s Sept. 14 recall election Registrar of Voters dealing with second such election during his tenure By Jade Martinez-Pogue

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oe Holland’s first election as Santa Barbara County Registrar of Voters was the history-making 2003 recall of Gov. Gray Davis. Now, 18 years later, he and his office are scrambling to get ready for another recall election, this time the Sept. 14 vote that will decide the fate of Gov. Gavin Newsom. The 2003 election was the first gubernatorial recall attempt to qualify for the California ballot, and history was made again when voters recalled Davis, a two-term Democrat, and replaced him with Republican actor Arnold Schwarzenegger. “There was a lot of attention on the 2003 election, when you had movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger on the ballot,” Holland said. “We actually ran out of ballots because we had a 67% voter turnout, which no one really expected for a special election.” The County Elections Office had to make copies of the 2003 recall ballot so people could vote on those copies, which were then transferred over to official ballots, he said. “The 2003 election was very high profile, and I’m not getting the same sense with this election,” Holland said. “I’m hoping I’m wrong; I always want to see people vote … I would hope that we will get a 67% turnout at least.” The recall effort was fueled in large part by anger over Newsom’s closures of businesses, schools and houses of worship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rampant homelessness, drought and wildfire concerns, and a multibillion-dollar fraud scandal at the state unemployment agency also contributed. Proponents also point to what they describe as Newsom’s hypocrisy, after he was caught dining out — unmasked — with lobbyists and aides at

Photo by Jade Martinez-Pogue Ballots for the Sept. 14 gubernatorial recall election will be mailed to all registered voters on Aug. 16.

one of California’s most expensive restaurants, The French Laundry in the Napa Valley. At the same time, he was urging the public to avoid gathering with people outside their households. Recall supporters submitted 2.1 million petition signatures, with 1.5 million required for certification. Typically for an election, the close of candidate filing is 88 days before an election, Holland said, adding that this time the Legislature didn’t set the Sept. 14 date until about 60 days before. “We’re working on a very compressed timeline here,” he said. The special recall election will cost the county $2.8 million — an expense that was not included in the $1.35 billion 2021-2022 budget the county Board of Supervisors adopted in June. “We obviously knew in June that this was coming, so we worked with the county administrator and let them know what the cost would be,” Holland said. “It’s not in our budget as of right now, but obviously (the Board of Supervisors) is aware that this is not a choice that Santa Barbara County has.” Holland said he is hopeful the state will reimburse at least part of the cost of the election, but

that’s still up in the air. Voters will answer two questions on the recall ballot. The first will ask if they support removing Newsom from office, with the second giving them a list of candidates to replace him. “It’s honestly kind of weird,” Holland said. If more than 50% of voters oppose the recall, the second question is moot, he explained. But if a majority supports it, the replacement candidate with the most votes will be elected the state’s 41st governor. There were 135 candidates on the 2003 recall ballot, and there are 46 candidates on this one, according to Holland. Among Republicans running are businessman John Cox, who lost the 2018 gubernatorial election to Newsom by a double-digit margin; radio talk show host Larry Elder; former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer; and former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner. The most well-known Democrat is Kevin Paffrath, a personal finance influencer on social media. The last day to register to vote in the special election is Aug. 30, and the conditional voter

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registration period is open from Aug. 31 until Sept. 14. Click here to register to vote online, or paper voter registration forms are available at U.S. Postal Service and Department of Motor Vehicles offices. Voters can also check their registration status and update their address online. Holland said the Elections Office will mail every registered voter a ballot on Aug. 16. “People need to look out for their ballot on Aug. 16 because that is when we will be mailing them all out,” he said. “Many people will probably be on vacation, but they need to understand how to do this and when to vote.” While in-person polling places were open for four days during the 2020 presidential election to comply with COVID-19 protocols, in-person polling places for the recall election will only be open Sept. 14, Holland said. “We’re going back to the ‘just open on Tuesday model’ because we just don’t have the time to put together the four-day ordeal and, quite frankly, you just can’t find locations that are willing to be open for four days because we don’t have the pandemic shutdown right now,” he added. Santa Barbara County is still seeking volunteers to work as poll workers for the special election, as community participation is essential to staffing the precincts and polling places. Click here to learn more about the poll worker training and programs. About 25 to 30 drop boxes will be made available for one month prior to election day so people can mail in their ballots, Holland added. “For this election, the pressure on the polling places should not be very high in terms of visiting because everyone will be mailed a ballot,” he said. Voters will have up until Sept. 7 to request a replacement vote by mail ballot, and the Elections Office can receive ballots until Sept. 21, as long as they are postmarked by Sept. 14, Holland said. The City of Lompoc will be consolidating a special cannabis tax municipal election with the recall election, and Lompoc voters can expect to see that additional measure on their ballots.

Noozhawk staff writer Jade Martinez-Pogue can be reached at jmartinez-pogue@noozhawk.com.

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Horizon Drive residents celebrate new sewer line Santa Ynez neighborhood has been requesting project for 30 years By Serena Guentz

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he Santa Ynez Community Services District kicked off construction of a sewer mainline extension down Horizon Drive during a special board of directors meeting on July 28. The project will install an 8-inch mainline down Horizon Drive that will connect to Highway 246, allowing residents to connect to a public sewer. “With completion of the Highway 246 undercrossing, the Horizon Drive mainline extension has now become a priority and is under construction,” the board said in an email press release. Currently, residents of the 21 homes along the street do not have any public sewer system to connect to, which has required them to use their own septic systems, which would frequently overflow during heavy rain. The Horizon Drive mainline extension project is one that has been explored and that residents

Photo contributed The Santa Ynez Community Services District kicked off construction of a sewer mainline extension down Horizon Drive in Santa Ynez on July 28.

have been asking for over the last 30 years. “Entities like the government and boards of various services come and go, but the American taxpayer and citizen is always there with or without the services,” said longtime resident Peg Ivy. “I started this journey back in the ’90s and I am so thankful that the right board has come along and hired the right manager to put this together to make it happen,” Ivy continued. ‘The moral of this story is that things come to those

who wait and never give up, as things happen when they are supposed to happen and on God’s timetable…so I am very grateful and thankful to see it come to fruition.” Construction of the sewer mainline is being done by San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara-based Specialty Construction Inc., whose previous work includes Brave and Maiden Winery in Santa Ynez, the Cuesta College Pipe Bridge, and the Vista Lago Adventure Park at Lopez

Lake, as well as the installation of several sewer lift stations throughout Central California. “We are happy to see it finally getting started. It has been a long time in the making and now it is here,” said Gary Waples, another Horizon Drive resident. “We will be even happier once we can abandon our septic system and not worry about rain filling it up. We are more than satisfied with the progress so far.” According to the Horizon Sewer Project Report, the 8-inch PVC pipe sewer will extend the existing sewer on the Sanja Cota property south of Horizon Drive through an easement at a slope of 0.4%, the minimum slope allowable. This will allow for further expansion to the north in the future, as well as provide protection of the groundwater basin. The project report also estimated about five months between the beginning of construction and completion of construction. “It’s a privilege to be the board that carried the ball over the line,” said board president Karen Jones. “We are all happy for the homeowners on Horizon Drive. They deserve access to our services, as they have been in our district for almost 30 years and can finally take advantage of our services.”

Solvang council tries to ease concerns about Fjord Drive proposal Concept of traffic-easing bypass in city dates back to 1960s By Janene Scully

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long-proposed Fjord Drive bypass recently included on a list of future Solvang projects raised concerns among residents although city leaders said July 26 the extension won’t happen anytime soon — if at all. The concept of a Fjord Drive bypass, to avoid the traffic-clogged Mission Drive (Highway 246), dates back to the 1960s and has appeared in government documents since then. Depending on options, it has been dubbed either a bypass or an extension. The project was included in a capital improvement program list presented last month to the council as a part of a budget process, but City Manager Xenia Bradford said on Monday that Solvang staff members aren’t working on the Fjord project. “We are currently working on a Comprehensive General Plan update because we do recognize that many of our elements of the General Plan right

now are outdated and need to be updated based on current conditions,” she said during the City Council meeting. A General Plan serves as a blueprint for a city’s development for 20 to 30 years in the future, and whether the Fjord project remains could be decided during the process to update the plan. The Fjord extension’s inclusion on the longterm list of capital improvement projects sparked an outcry from some neighbors, who sent emails to the City Council, prompting the item on Monday’s agenda. Specifically, the budget document noted the Fjord Drive Extension and $5 million price tag to “extend Fjord Drive west from its existing terminus westerly across Adobe Creek and then north up to the intersection of Mission Drive & Skytt Mesa Drive.” On the list, it’s scheduled to occur after 2028. “The Project is needed to reduce traffic on Mission Drive through downtown Solvang by providing a partial bypass for Solvang residents living south of Mission Drive,” the document stated. “The Project will also include creek restoration at its crossing with Adobe Creek by removing many years of concrete debris and restoring connection

with the Santa Ynez River.” Councilman Robert Clarke said the item went from a brief mention “to taking on a life of its own that we were going to start grading and putting in rest stops and gas stations on Fjord, all within three months.” “It really took me by surprise,” added Clarke, who lives in the affected neighborhood. Some residents called for eliminating the Fjord Drive proposal. Peter Laird, who also lives near Fjord Drive, said a 2020 Santa Ynez Valley traffic study doesn’t mention a bypass or extension. The fact that the project appeared on the capital improvement project list proves the Fjord Drive issue wasn’t dormant, he added. “Our position is it’s an active issue,” he said. “Otherwise, why would the city approve it in the capital improvement (program)?” Lansing Duncan, a previous county planning commissioner, said the council should act cautiously in removing one project because of complaints from one neighborhood. Traffic remains a top issue in the Santa Ynez Valley, Duncan said, adding it should best be assessed comprehensively through a General Plan

process. “It would be foolish and irresponsible for a council to throw out any puzzle piece or tool in your tool kit before you see the big picture in the General Plan update and the latest traffic information that will provide,” Duncan added. Through the years, the proposal for Fjord Drive varied, including stretching Fjord to Alamo Pintado Road or Alisal Road. Since first being proposed, Alisal Golf Course has been built providing another potential roadblock. Mayor Charlie Uhrig urged residents to participate in the General Plan process and said the council discussed the issue this week for transparency. “This is not us that’s trying to initiate anything new,” Uhrig said. “This is stuff that’s been on the books before a lot of you actually even purchased your homes down there along that area.” Work to update the Solvang General Plan is ongoing, with workshops held already and plans to hold others in the future. Information about the process can be found at PlanSolvang.com.

Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.

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We Support the Troops stays on mission despite funding hurdles “We had some volunteers concerned about COVID and were uneasy to come, but we have masks and can easily socially distance in the large Vets Hall,” Sullivan said. Tax-deductible donations can be sent directly to Sullivan at P.O. Box 915 Santa Ynez, CA 93460, or made through the website at www. we-support-the-troops.org.

SY Valley nonprofit continues sending packages to service members overseas By Raiza Giorgi

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espite losing funding opportunities because of COVID-19, We Support the Troops founder and retired Air Force Col. Pat Sullivan hasn’t stopped packing and sending boxes to enlisted servicemen and women overseas. “A lot of the grants we received in the past are being distributed to other places or are only able to give a fraction of what they have in the past, and we are hesitant to do fundraising events because the rules are changing every day and if we plan an event we are not sure it will happen,” Sullivan said. Sullivan and Sonie Lindquist, both Valley residents, launched SYV We Support the Troops in 2004 after Sullivan realized that the war in the Middle East wasn’t going to end anytime soon. Sullivan said her volunteers still show up every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall to pack more than 100 boxes that are filled with goodies and items requested to servicemen and women overseas. The recipients of packages are usually but not always connected to someone from the Santa Ynez Valley, whether it’s a relative, friend or co-worker. Each box sent includes a personal letter. “They write in letters to us that we go out and shop for the items they need,” Sullivan said. “Most of these soldiers are stationed in places that don’t have a store. Sanitary items for women are also very needed.” Jerky is high on the list of favorite things, Sullivan said. The weather varies from extra hot to extra cold, so the troops also need things like moisturizers and heavy socks. Also included are hand-knitted helmet inserts and scarves of 100% wool, which are knitted by women in the Santa Ynez Valley. “We appreciate the time, effort, and cost

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Photo contributed We Support the Troops founder retired Air Force Col. Pat Sullivan (front middle) is shown with some of the soldiers who have received their care packages in the past and came to help pack for others.

Retired Air Force Col. Pat Sullivan, We Support the Troops founder, said her organization receives letters and pictures back from the troops who are thankful for the items and a bit of love from home.

Volunteers show up every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall to pack more than 100 boxes.

that it takes to send us so many boxes. It is amazing that your group goes out its way to spend money and send goodies to soldiers you never met or even seen before,” wrote Staff Sgt. Kevin Meno, of the Hawaii Army National Guard. “All the soldiers that open your packages have a smile on their face and it takes them away from the surrounding they are in even for a brief moment. Thank you for that.” Sullivan said they receive letters and pictures back from the troops thankful for the items and a bit of love from home. “A lot of people think because President

Biden is ‘bringing the troops home,’ they actually come home, but they don’t. They are getting sent to other bases, some close to Iraq and Afghanistan in case they have to get re-sent there,” Sullivan said. “There are also restrictions on what we can send, so it’s preferable if people donate they send in money instead of items.” Sullivan said the cost of shipping the boxes has increased dramatically to $18.99 per box, not including the cost of the items inside. Sullivan added the nonprofit is looking for a new secretary that has the time and interest, as well as computer skills.

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COVID-19 is even more difficult for individuals with hearing loss Contributed by

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hile COVID-19 has disrupted many aspects of people’s lives, the hardof-hearing and deaf community has particularly been challenged. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still recommends face masks for the general public, regardless of vaccination status, in indoor public places and outdoors where there is a high risk of COVID-19 transmission. However, mask wearing makes clear communication even more difficult for individuals with hearing loss. If you’re finding it difficult to understand someone wearing a mask, you’re not alone. Both hearing-impaired individuals and those with normal hearing will notice a significant decrease in their ability to understand someone with a mask on. Whether we have hearing loss or normal hearing, we all use a variety of communication strategies to help understand speech. We sit close (typically within 3 feet) to the speaker to hear their voice more clearly. We read the speaker’s body language while they speak. We use visual cues from the mouth during a conversation to fill in the gaps with contextual cues. Did the speaker say “rat” or “bat”? Being able to see the lips of the speaker aids in facilitating communication tremendously. Unfortunately, for the purposes of social distancing during COVID-19, we are asked to remain 6 feet apart from one another. By

increasing the distance to 6 feet, the audibility of speech drops by anywhere from 6 to 12 decibels. The added obstacle of a mask over the speaker’s mouth will drop the audibility of speech even further. Certain masks do a better job of letting in speech while still protecting the individual wearing the mask. A study in the Journal of the Acoustical Society of America evaluated different mask types to determine which type of mask muffles speech least. Single use surgical masks (the blue ones) and KN95 masks dampened

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Have a sandwich to celebrate the uniqueness of August

By John Copeland Contributing Writer

ost of my friends and acquaintances know that I am a custodian of a host of little-known facts about the months of the year, holiday traditions and some observances that have been otherwise forgotten. And you know what, in that respect, August is a bit unique, most of the time at least. In a standard year, there is no other month that begins on the same day of the week as August. In a leap year, however, August begins on the same day of the week as February. In the northern hemisphere, August is considered the last month of summer. In the southern hemisphere, it’s the opposite of course, so it’s the last of the winter months. August, like July, is named for a real person: Augustus Caesar, Julius Caesar’s grandnephew Gaius Octavius Thurinus. When he became the first emperor of the Roman Empire, Octavius changed his name to Augustus. The Roman Senate decided that like Caesar, Augustus should be honored by having a month named after him. The month Sextillus (Sixth) was chosen for Augustus. Not only did the Senate name the month after Augustus, but it decided that since Julius’s

month, July, had 31 days, Augustus’s month should equal it: under Rome’s Julian calendar, the months alternated evenly between 30 and 31 days (with the exception of February), which made August 30 days long. So, instead of August having a mere 30 days, it was lengthened to 31, preventing anyone from claiming that Emperor Augustus was saddled with an inferior month. To accommodate this change two calendrical adjustments were necessary: 1. The extra day needed to inflate the importance of August was taken from February, which originally had 29 days (30 in a leap year), and was now reduced to 28 days (29 in a leap year). 2. Since the months evenly alternated between 30 and 31 days, adding the extra day to August meant that July, August, and September would all have 31 days. So to avoid three long months in a row, the lengths of the last four months were switched around, giving us 30 days in September, April, June, and November. Also, August is the only month without a “real” holiday. That doesn’t mean nothing has ever happened in August. It was a fateful month for the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. On August 24, 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted near the city. The mountain spewed out great clouds of ash, smoke and pumice, which rained down on Pompeii’s citizens. Unfortunately for Pompeii, that wasn’t the end of it either — the volcano buried Pompeii under a thick carpet of volcanic ash 7 feet deep! World War I started in August 1914. Iraq invaded Kuwait on Aug. 2, 1990. It is also the month that atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the month Anne Frank was arrested, the month the first income tax was collected. But there is an event that occurred in

August that changed dining forever. It was the Earl of Sandwich’s invention of the sandwich. The Earl of Sandwich sounds like a mythical figure from British folklore, but he is in fact a very real person, John Montagu. He was born in 1718 and succeeded his grandfather as the Earl of Sandwich in 1729. During his life, he held various military and political offices. He also was a bit of a rake. For several years Sandwich had as a mistress Fanny Murray, but he eventually married Dorothy Fane, by whom he had a son, John, Viscount Hinchingbrooke, who would eventually succeed him as the 5th Earl. Sandwich’s first personal tragedy was his wife’s deteriorating health and eventual insanity. During his wife’s decline, Sandwich started an affair with the talented opera singer Martha Ray. During their relationship, Ray bore him at least five and perhaps as many as nine children. Tragedy struck the Earl again in April 1779 when Martha was murdered in the foyer of the Royal Opera House at Covent Garden by a jealous suitor. Sandwich never recovered from his grief. The modern sandwich is named after Lord Sandwich, but the exact circumstances of its invention and original use are still the subject of debate. According to legend, Sandwich was into many bad habits, including the Hellfire Club, and a very conversant gambler, the story goes, and he did not take the time to have a meal during his long hours playing at the card table. Consequently, he would ask his servants to bring him slices of meat between two slices of bread, a habit well known among his

gambling friends. Other people, according to this account, began to order “the same as Sandwich!”, and thus the “sandwich” was born. However it went down, historians know that his title, Earl of Sandwich, was associated with the food term “sandwich,” which became fashionable in England around this time. In 1762, author and historian Edward Gibbon wrote in a diary entry that he observed “Twenty or thirty, perhaps, of the first men in the kingdom, in point of fashion and fortune, supping at little tables covered with a napkin, in the middle of a coffee-room, upon a bit of cold meat, or a sandwich, and drinking a glass of punch.” So the next time you enjoy a sandwich, you can thank the Earl for his culinary contribution to our culture.

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ith fall just around the corner, fashion can seem intimidating and inaccessible. We think we need the “total” look, but not all things belong together — some do, some don’t. Fall gives us the option of being free spirited, so feel free to mix and match! Forget the norm; mix prints, textures and colors. This fall, look for leopard, earth tones, plush textures, tapestries, florals, plaids and flannels. Floral prints have a history in fashion design. From bold statements to muted prints they give fashionistas a chance to express their personality. One thing is for sure: Floral prints are always in style. Known for its “quiet authority,” nude and beige colors provide a background for bold statements. The popular trend is suitable for everyday as well as on the runway. Major denim trends for fall and winter from key silhouettes to surface finishes. This season’s denim is all about elevating this

closet staple. No longer just a casual classic, contemporary denim pieces are being put together with sharp tailoring, surface textures and eastern aesthetics for a fresh, fashion-forward take on unility wear. When it comes to expanding your wardrobe, building from pieces you have and adding something new gives extra wearing capabilities and who doesn’t want to expand their wardrobe while saving money at the same time. It has come to my attention that tie-dye has come to the market. As happy and youthful as tie-dye makes us feel, we need a sophisticated spin to satisfy both the nostalgic and grown-up tastes. Mix elegance with a bold attitude to keep it fresh. Remember, wardrobe building is a free service at Elna’s Dress Shop. Our expert staff specializes in this area. Elna’s is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., located at 1673 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang.

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We’re on this path together. For 57 years, residents have relied on Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital for excellent health care.

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Los Padres National Forest names new SB District Ranger Daryl Hodges has spent 27 years working in the U.S. Forest Service Staff Report

os Padres National Forest officials announced the selection of Daryl Hodges as the new Santa Barbara District Ranger. Hodges is currently the forest fisheries biologist for the Angeles National Forest in Southern California. Hodges replaced John “Pancho” Smith, who accepted the position of disaster recovery coordinator for the U.S. Forest Service’s Southern Region in Atlanta. During his 27-year career, Hodges has served in a variety of natural resource positions beginning in 1994 on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington as a stream surveyor. In 1999 while on the Gifford Pinchot he was assigned to Mount St. Helens National Volcanic

Monument, where he spent five years planning and administering stream habitat enhancement projects as the monument fish biologist. Hodges spent 10 years in the Southern Region on the Apalachicola and Chattahoochee-Oconee national forests in Florida and Georgia before accepting a position in the Pacific Southwest Region on the Plumas National Forest. He worked on the Plumas for four years before moving to the Angeles National Forest. He recently completed an acting district ranger assignment on the Lincoln National Forest’s Guadalupe Ranger District. Hodges is a native of Philadelphia and graduated from University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 1997 with a degree in general agriculture/ animal science. He and his wife, Gwen, have four children. “I am thrilled to join Los Padres, and I am excited to work with the Santa Barbara community and the many visitors who come each year to enjoy these amazing public lands,” Hodges said.

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First-ever Solvang Skate Jam marks return to public events By Serena Guentz, Contributing Writer

olvang Skate Shop’s first public event, the Solvang Skate Jam on Saturday, Aug. 7, appeared to be a huge success as over 200 people attended Solvang Skatepark’s first ever skate competition. Nearly 50 skaters of all ages, some even as young as 5 and 6 years old, participated in the free skateboarding competition at the skate park inside Hans Christian Anderson Park. “[The event] was more than I dreamed it would be,” said Brett Martinez, owner of Solvang Skate Shop. “When I opened the shop, this is what I was hoping to do, bring the community together and they definitely came together more than I ever could have imagined.” The event consisted of separate contests for ages 13 and under, 14 to 17, 18 to 35, and a master’s division for ages 35 and older. There were even several participants who made the competition a family affair, such as Ben Hazard, who competed in the master’s 35 and older division and his son, Maddox Hazard who competed in the 13 and under division. Maddox is 10 years old and said that he has been skateboarding since his dad started teaching him when he was 5 years old. Awards were presented for best trick and for best run in the bowls for each age group. Results of the skate competition were as follows:

Ages 13 and Under

First Place: Isaac Relis Second Place: Maddox Hazard Third Place: Guile Lima Best Trick: Guile Lima

Custom Works, Bones Bearings, Mini Logo, spectators to enjoy at the event, from music Liquid Death Mountain and food to raffles throughout the day. Water, Braille Raffle tickets were drawn several times Skateboarding, throughout the day with prizes ranging from LowCard T-shirts, lanyards, hats and Photos by Serena Guentz pins to new skateboard decks Magazine, George Camp competes in Ages 18 to 35 and even a new full skatethe 13 and under age group First Place: Al Brunelle board. at the Solvang Skate Jam Second Place: David Dixon Those who attended the on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021 at Solvang Skatepark. Third Place: Jason Smith event were even surprised Best Trick: Al Brunelle and Ryan Rullman with a visit from skaters in the professional Master's Division Powell-Peralta skate Ages 35 and Older team, who signed First Place: Ben Hazard autographs and skated Second Place: Kevin O’Rourke in the skate park. Third Place: Mark Niggle “[The Solvang Skate Jam] was Winners received prize bags with bigger than anticivarious skateboarding hardware and pated, we definitetools, and those who won first place ly didn’t anticipate and best trick in their division also Christopher Hiett, 200 people out here,” received $50. part of the PowellHargreaves said. “It Peralta skate team, Skaters and spectators came from was probably the best skates in the bowl at all throughout the Central Coast to Solvang Skatepark during event that I’ve put on participate in the Solvang Skate Jam, 10-yearthe Solvang Skate Jam. so far.” and some even came from further old Maddox Martinez aims to Hazard won second place on north, such as from Oakland. continue supporting Saturday, Aug. 7. Maddox said he “It’s great to see the community has been skating since his dad and growing the local skate community of skateboarders that came together started teaching him at age 5. and said that he hopes to hold more skating today and the local community that events at least quarterly, with the next event supported them,” said local skateOstrichland, set to take place on Sept. 28. boarder Robby Hargreaves, one of the and Brunswick Grip, who announcers for the event. “Skateboarding is was at the event with merch and custom grip Solvang Skate Shop opened in April 2021 and is a positive recreation activity and to have the tape. the only skater-owned and operated skateboard city of Solvang get behind us meant a lot.” “I really appreciate all the help that we got shop in the Santa Ynez Valley. More information Several local companies and skateboardfrom our locals,” Martinez said. on the shop and future events can be found on ing companies sponsored the Solvang Skate Besides the main skateboarding competithe shop’s website at thesolvangskateshop.com Jam, such as the City of Solvang, Surf tions, there was plenty for families and other or at facebook.com/thesolvangskateshop. Connection, Shorty’s Skateboards, Leonard

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These cool tips can help soothe a sunburn Staff Report

ummer is the best time for having fun in the sun, but beware of getting too many rays that can cause sunburn and increase the risk of skin cancer. Sunburns cause the skin to become red, swollen and warm to the touch, and can bring mild to severe pain. “The acute inflammation of a sunburn is the skin’s reaction to UV rays from the sun or artificial sources such as tanning beds,” explains Tina Sary, nurse practitioner with Cottage Virtual Care. “Recurring exposure over time can trigger skin cells to turn into cancer cells.” Children and adolescents who get frequent sunburns are at higher risk of developing skin cancer later in life, she adds. The first signs of a sunburn are reddening of the skin about 3 to 5 hours after exposure, and burns can last from one day

to one week, according to Sary. Most sunburns are “self-limiting,” meaning they resolve on their own, she adds. There are ways to ease the discomfort and speed up the healing process. “Cool compresses, aloe-based lotions and calamine lotion are the best ways to treat a sunburn,” Sary said. “Apply these at the first sign of a sunburn and continue for the next few days as needed.” To reduce the risks of sunburn and skin damage, Sary advises to stay out of the sun especially between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun’s rays are strongest. Always use sunscreen and make sure to reapply every two hours. For sunburns that need more attention, relief is just a click away. With Cottage Virtual Care, a clinical provider is available online from the comfort of anywhere, 24/7, 365 days a year. No insurance is required, and, in most cases, treatment plans are ready in minutes.

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Hypothyroidism is a tiring condition By Dr. Hyun K. Lee Contributing Writer

y last article discussed a condition known as hyperthyroidism or “over-active thyroid”. This article will discuss the opposite condition, hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is Photo Contributed not producing enough Dr. Lee thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones are responsible for maintaining metabolism and the rate of energy throughout the body. The lack of energy creates a host of bothersome problems. Common complaints and symptoms of hypothyroidism are: feeling tired, chronic fatigue syndrome, feeling cold easily, muscle spasms/ shaking, weight increase, dry skin and hair, hair loss, husky or hoarse sounding voice, lower

heartbeat, depression and other emotional complaints, facial edema, constipation, migraines, and menstruation pains for women. Typically, women seem to have more of a problem with hypothyroidism than men do. The reason for this condition is the opposite reason we discussed in my last article. Instead of high yang energy throughout the organs in the body, high yin energy is responsible. Yin is the energy associated with inactivity. It needs to be in perfect balance with yang energy (which is associated with activity) to create a healthful atmosphere and proper circulation. When yin energy is too high and circulation is poor, toxins stay in the body which cause the symptoms mentioned and a variety of other diseases. Korean Constitutional treatment of hypothyroidism concentrates on rebuilding the yang energy in each organ. For symptoms of constipation, the intestines need balancing. For coldness, the lung and heart energies need building. For muscle spasms/shaking, the liver energy needs to be balanced. For weight gain, we address the digestion energy. For dry skin, hair problems, and vocal issues, the lung energy

needs balancing. For a slow heartbeat, we look towards the heart, and we also balance that area and the lung energy to assist with depression and emotional problems. All of these areas can be treated with acupuncture and herbs. While seeking treatment, patients will need to remain on their hormone medication if they have begun taking it. Then, as treatment progresses, a tapering off is recommended. After that your hormone production should return to normal and there will be no further need to supplement your hormones. In most cases, hypothyroidism is a lifetime condition. It is fortunate that through means of Korean Constitutional Medicine it can be corrected naturally so that you may live a freer, healthier, happier life. Dr. Lee’s office is located in the Viborg Medical Center, 2030 Viborg Road, Solvang. The clinic is held every Wednesday only. Dr. Lee also has ofﬁces in Los Angeles, and Atascadero. To make an appointment in the Solvang office, call 805-693-5162.

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Wildling Museum welcomes community for Summer Open House Staff Report

he Wildling Museum invites the public to attend a Summer Open House from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Visitors are invited to bring the whole family and enjoy free museum admission during event hours, face painting by Parties and Paint by Kate from 2 to 4 p.m., activities and more. “We are excited to host our first in-person event at the museum since COVID,” said Museum Executive Director Stacey Otte-Demangate. “We feel it is important that our open house be something fun that the whole community can enjoy, with a little something for everyone.” Attendees will also have the chance to meet some of the incredible artists featured in current museum exhibitions “Bio/Mass: Contemporary Meditations on Nature” and “Art from the Trail: Exploring the Natural Beauty

Photo by Craft & Cluster courtesy Visit the Santa Ynez Valley The Wildling Museum invites the public to attend a Summer Open House on Sunday, Aug. 29.

of Santa Barbara County.” AR Catering’s food truck will be onsite in the Wildling Museum’s parking lot for the duration of the event, so visitors can stay for a delicious dinner. Menu information is available on the museum website. For more information, visit www.wildlingmuseum.org/ news/2021-summer-open-house. Current public hours for the museum are Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, and to volunteer or join as a member to support this important local arts and nature institution, please visit www.wildlingmuseum.org. Additional digital resources are available at www.wildlingmuseum.org/virtual-visit, including online galleries from all current exhibitions, links to art activities, videos, and more to help online visitors experience the museum from home.

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FSA announces critical need for ombudsman volunteers in county Program participants are voice for vulnerable local residents in long-term care Staff Report

ore than half of all residents in longterm care facilities have no one to speak on their behalf. Many have no relatives or regular visitors and cannot voice grievances themselves. They rely on staff and volunteers from the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of Santa Barbara County to advocate for their rights. The Family Service Agency operates the state-mandated program and seeks to double the number of volunteers in 2021. Today, there are just seven volunteer ombudsman representatives who work alongside staff to serve close to 5,000 residents in 133 long-term care facilities throughout Santa Barbara County. “I still hear my mother’s voice saying the word ‘ombudsman,’” said Lynn Holzman, a retired nurse who became a certified ombudsman volunteer last February. After Holzman settled in Santa Barbara in the 1990s, her grandmother moved to be near her because she was the family member most able to help care for her. “My mother said to call the ombudsman,” said Holzman. “They provided a list of care homes to help us get started.” After Holzman’s recent retirement from Serenity House, the once odd-sounding word, ombudsman, took on a new meaning as her opportunity “to do something valuable for the community.” As a volunteer ombudsman representative, Holzman and her fellow volunteers advocate for and help protect long-term care residents’ rights to quality care. They work in a variety of facilities that include skilled nursing and assisted living services and range from five residents to over 300. Even a small change in a resident’s care can make a major difference in quality of life, like changing their meal specifications or bathing time. Ombudsman representatives are responsible for assessing, helping to resolve or refer complaints and concerns from safety protocols to potential cases of physical, emotional or

financial abuse. Regular unscheduled visits are a chance for residents get to know and trust the volunteers. Visits are also one of the most powerful rewards of volunteering. Even a five-minute visit may be the highlight of the week for a resident without family or other visitors — a chance to be seen and heard, to share a caring conversation and a smile. While a commitment of at least a year is encouraged, volunteers enjoy extensive support and flexibility. To become a certified ombudsman representative, trainees receive 36 hours of training online and in a classroom, a minimum of 10 hours of shadowing, continuing education and mentoring, and immediate access to program staff for questions or issues. Currently, the amount of time volunteers choose to spend varies between two and 20 hours a week. Every volunteer has an interesting story, but what they all have in common is their passion for seniors and their desire to protect and advocate for the best quality of care and life possible for them. “At the end of the day, our volunteers are here to make sure that residents are receiving the care that will give them the best quality of life possible wherever they are, with respect and dignity,” said Marco Quintanar, program supervisor for the Santa Barbara County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. “We work with each of our volunteers to create a scope that will work for their schedule and bring them joy and satisfaction too. What they learn here can help them with their own loved ones or friends.” Even with her deep experience in nursing and end-of-life care, Holzman was concerned at first about “being a beginner.” With the support of training and shadowing she quickly became comfortable with common issues and attending family meetings. “When I make my visits, I have my business card, my pen and my checklist of what to look for,” said Holzman. “I try to make a connection. Then when a problem does crop up, the Ombudsman Program team works with me to create a plan. I never feel like I’m alone.” To learn more about becoming a certified ombudsman volunteer, or other ways to support Family Service Agency’s programs for seniors, call Marco Quintanar at 805-922-1236 or visit www.volunteer4seniors.org.

Area nonprofits receive $32,500 in grants from PG&E Charitable funding to support local individuals and families in need Staff Report

o assist vulnerable area residents, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) donated $5,000 last month to Santa Maria Good Samaritan Shelter, an area nonprofit food provider. That brought the total amount of donations the company made to San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara County nonprofits focused on community relief and food insecurity to $32,500 so far in 2021. “We are very grateful for PG&E’s support,” said Sylvia Barnard, executive director of Santa Maria Good Samaritan Shelter. “We’ve experienced increased demand for our services because of the many challenges associated with the pandemic. The funds provided by PG&E have helped us extend our services to more local people who need help.” Another recipient of one of the PG&E grants is El Camino Housing Organization (ECHO), which operates three facilities in northern San Luis Obispo County providing food, shelter and supportive services. “The pandemic and shelter-in-place orders brought new challenges to our community members facing homelessness and hunger,” said Wendy Lewis, ECHO president and CEO. In the first half of 2021, PG&E made

donations to eight nonprofits located in the area focused on community assistance and food insecurity. They include: Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO) n El Camino Housing Organization (ECHO) n Five Cities Homeless Shelter n Food Bank of San Luis Obispo County n Food Bank of Santa Barbara County n Santa Maria Good Samaritan Shelter n Santa Maria Valley Meals on Wheels n Senior Nutrition Program of San Luis Obispo County - Meals that Connect “We wholeheartedly support the efforts of organizations that serve to meet the needs of people struggling with food insecurity and other necessities,” said Teresa Alvarado, PG&E’s regional vice president for the South Bay and Central Coast. “As a company and as individuals, we recognize the need to serve and support our hometowns.” Individuals and families in need of assistance can find a food bank close to them by searching their county at https://www.cafoodbanks.org/find-a-food-bank, by dialing 2-1-1 or by calling the statewide hotline at 833-544-2374.

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‘Brazilian lemonade’ a creamy, minty treat of a drink By Vida Gustafson

Ingredients

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n 2 whole limes (thin skinned) n 3-4 sprigs fresh mint n 4 tbsp sweetened condensed milk n 3 C water water n 1/2 C sugar n 1 C Ice

ften called “Brazilian Lemonade,” this recipe uses fresh whole limes and condensed milk to make a frothy, creamy lime drink. Fun fact: In Brazil it’s sometimes colloquially referred to as Swiss lemonade. Perfect for long hot days. I add a couple of sprigs of mint to the initial blend to impart another level of cooling refreshment. Feel free to swap out one of the cups of water for tequila or rum to turn this drink into a delicious cocktail. This recipe has to be prepared as soon as you’re going to drink it — the longer it stands the more bitterness develops from the fresh lime zest and pith. Be sure to use thin-skinned limes that have very little pith and do not overblend.

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Photo by Vida Gustafson Often called "Brazilian lemonade," this recipe uses fresh whole limes and condensed milk to make a frothy, creamy lime drink.

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Mix sugar and 2 cups water until sugar is dissolved. Cut the tops and bottoms off your limes and cut them into wedges. Put all the ingredients except the ice into your blender or food processor and blits 4 or 5 times. You do not need the limes to be completely blended, over blending can make the limeade bitter. Strain out the limes and mint and discard. Return the drink to the blender to froth it up by blending with 4-6 ice cubes. Serve immediately! This recipe makes enough for two people. Feel free to scale up or down.

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Alma Rosa’s walk raises nearly $180K for mental wellness organizations Vineyard fundraiser benefits One Mind and Mental Wellness Center Staff Report

he second annual Peace of Mind: 10,000 Steps in the Right Direction fundraiser at Alma Rosa Winery, raised $177,896 for mental wellness organizations. The funds will be dispersed to the two beneficiaries, One Mind and Mental Wellness Center in Santa Barbara. “We could not have had a more beautiful morning to raise funds for this important cause, while breathing in the fresh air and taking in the sweeping vistas of our gorgeous Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Grenache vineyards,” said Debra Eagle, general manager of Alma Rosa. More than 150 participants gathered at the base of Alma Rosa’s 628-acre estate on the morning of Saturday, July 24, to hike to the top of the property and back, approximately 4.5 miles. Participants raised funds online prior to completing the 10,000-step walk. Guests enjoyed a taste of Alma Rosa’s 2018

Contributed photo Participants walk through the Alma Rosa Winery property July 24 during the second annual Peace of Mind: 10,000 Steps in the Right Direction fundraiser, helping raise $177,896 for mental wellness organizations.

Estate Sparkling Brut at the summit of the hike, and upon completion of the walk, Winemaker Samra Morris was on hand at the Alma Rosa historic ranch house to pour tastes of her current-release Grenache Rosé, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Alma Rosa’s founder, Richard Sanford, chat-

ted with guests as they enjoyed the post-walk reception. Often referred to as the “Godfather of Santa Barbara Pinot Noir” for being the first to plant Pinot Noir grapes in the Sta. Rita Hills in 1971, Richard is responsible for developing some of the region’s most revered Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, including Alma Ro-

sa’s El Jabali estate vineyard, originally planted in 1983. Alma Rosa’s owners Bob and Barb Zorich launched Peace of Mind in 2020 to support community services for mental health and research. In addition to the annual event, Bob currently serves as Chairman of the Hope and Healing Center & Institute in Houston and supports the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation in New York City. Of the $177,896, raised, $70,000 were matching funds contributed by the Zorichs. The first annual event in 2020, which was done virtually, raised $144,000. “We are overwhelmed by the community’s support for our second annual fundraiser,” Bob Zorich said. “Since last year’s event was virtual, we were so happy to have participants come to the estate to walk through the vineyards in person while supporting these two organizations. The funds raised from the event will make a significant difference in the fight against anxiety and depression in our local community and beyond.” For more information about Alma Rosa Winery, visit www.almarosawinery.com.

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SYHS Board to appoint new member Aug. 17 District forgoes special election to replace departing Baeke Staff Report

nstead of doing a costly special election to fill a vacant seat of the Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District Board, the remaining board members decided they will make an appointment which will happen Tuesday, Aug. 17. The position was open for appointment when Dr. John Baeke announced his resignation effective July 1, as he had a career conflict. He still had two years of his four-year term left. The appointee will fill his term until November 2022. Valley resident Tanya Crandall wrote into the board during its special meeting July 22

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Sports physicals play important role as student athletes return to school Staff Report

he back-to-school season is here and student athletes are preparing to return to fall sports. Along with clothing and gear, they will likely have another necessity: a sports clearance physical exam. A sports physical exam is required by many schools and organizations before students can secure a spot on a team, and oftentimes it’s needed ahead of tryouts. Why are these exams so important? “The most important thing we look for is cardiac anomalies, which could be a problem when athletes are over-exerting themselves,” said Amanda Tuel, nurse practitioner lead at Cottage Urgent Care. “We listen to the heart to check for murmurs and irregular beats. We also check their pulse for any asymmetry.” Clinicians will examine joints and reflexes, review the student’s medical history

and note any recent health changes and concerns. “We also look for signs of Type 1 diabetes,” Tuel said. “The symptoms of being overly thirsty, hungry and tired can masquerade as

nothing out of the ordinary for athletes doing rigorous training.” To help meet the demand for sports physicals ahead of the fall season, Cottage Urgent Care is offering a reduced rate of $49 for the exam until Sept. 30. Nurse practitioners at Cottage Urgent Care are available from 8

a.m. to 8 p.m. 365 days a year. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. For appointments and more information, visit cottagehealth. org/urgentcare. The not-forprofit Cottage Health is the leader in providing advanced medical care to the Central Coast region. Specialties include the

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SBC Fire mourns loss of beloved search dog Riley Canine, partner Capt. Eric Gray were on many high-profile deployments Staff Report

he Santa Barbara County Fire Department has announced the death of Riley, its retired live scent search dog. Riley was born in Northern California and after two attempts at domestic life, he found his place in this world as a live scent search dog, trained by the Search Dog Foundation in Santa Paula. On Oct. 15, 2009, Riley finished his basic Search Dog training and was paired with Capt. Eric Gray of the Santa Barbara County Fire Department. The duo worked extremely hard and after seven months of training together, they passed their FEMA certification on May 15, 2010, in Boston. Photo Contributed On October 15, 2009, Riley finished his basic Search Dog training and was paired with Captain Eric Gray of the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.

Gray and Riley continued to train intensively to maintain the very specific, high-level skill set needed for disaster search. In addition to their regular daily training on obedience and obstacles, the pair traveled at least twice a week for search training with their teammates on California Task Force 2, based in Los Angeles. “He taught me things that I didn’t know I needed lessons in,” Gray said in his social media post about Riley. “On the pile he searched with a ferocity that was both frantic and yet oddly controlled. His alert was singularly his, anyone who knows will laugh remembering this,” Gray added. “Once he located the victim, he would sit back on his hind legs and, with the anger of a toddler tantrum, bounce up and down on his front paws as if that would expedite bringing forth the toy he so deserved. Think aggressive push-ups. Boing, boing, boing, boing, boing! That bouncing accompanied by a hugely deep, bassy bark that was in rhythm with the bouncing. When Riley found his victim, there was no doubt what was happening.” Riley and Gray had several high-profile deployments during their career together. On Aug. 24, 2010, They responded to their first disaster, a semi-truck loaded with gravel that had launched off the road and into a Santa Barbara home. Riley worked tirelessly ensuring no victims were left unaccounted for. Riley’s work was not limited to local incidents: On

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