The pre-Christmas season is the perfect opportunity to show creativity and attention to detail - and the best way to do that is with a homemade advent calendar. Whether for friends, family, or your ...

DIY decorative wreath made from star anise✨!!

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Not all wreaths need to feature pine cones and jingle bells. Plant expert Mickey McClain demonstrated how to make a more ...

Catch the last two weekends of the Lavender Festival in Lompoc on July 18 and 25. The event, hosted by Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm, is free to the public from noon to 5 p.m. both days. The ...

Louise Wilson Ray passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, after a long and fulfilling life at the age of 105.