Mayoral races set for Buellton, Solvang; two candidates file for Buellton District 1 seat
By Santa Ynez Valley Star StaffThe mayoral races for both Buellton and Solvang will be "rematches" from those of two years ago, as the ballot has been set for the Nov. 3 General Election. Fo…
Sep 4
Pirates football kicks off new season with win over Dos Pueblos
By Mike ChalduSanta Ynez High uses strong rushing attack to grind out victory, beginning a season with new league, new quarterback, and new OC The 2026 high school footbal…
Aug 24
Buellton City Council takes legal step to demolish most of Pea Soup Andersen's building
By Michael ChalduUnanimous vote approves the lifting of iconic, but deserted, restaurant's historical landmark designation By Mike Chaldu michael@santaynezvalleystar A no…
Aug 8
Solvang Danish Days announces Ainsley Haws as 2026 Danish Maid
Staff Report89th celebration of city's Danish culture and heritage festival happening Sept. 18-20 Staff Repor…
Aug 10
Solvang's Monty Roberts, influential horse trainer, dies at 91
Staff ReportFounder of Flag Is Up Farms known for revolutionizing the horse training industry across disciplines…
Aug 8
From morning to night, Santa Ynez Valley celebrates nation's 250th birthday
Michael ChalduAs is 4th of July tradition, Solvang hosts downtown parade and big fireworks show at the mission …
Aug 7
Tickets on sale now for Taste Of The Santa Ynez Valley to take place in October
Santa Ynez Valley StarJul 3
County releases 2024 Agricultural Crop & Livestock Report; strawberries remain top crop
Santa Ynez Valley StarJul 23
