Santa Barbara News-Press: January 02, 2021

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Congress overrides defense bill veto By MITCHELL WHITE

this bill is to our country, our community, our veterans, and our servicemembers,” Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, said in a statement. “With this overwhelming and bipartisan override vote in both chambers of Congress, we have once again proven that our military and our national security are more important than politics.” The congressman served as a conferee for the NDAA, as he worked to resolve differences between the House and Senate NDAA bills so they could be consolidated into a single piece of legislation. It marked his second time serving as a conferee for the NDAA. Rep. Carbajal’s spokeswoman,

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Both the House and Senate successfully voted to override President Donald Trump’s veto of the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report. The veto override passed in the House by a vote of 322 to 87, and the Senate by a vote of 81 to 13. The override marks the first veto override of Mr. Trump’s presidency. “The President’s reckless veto put our national security at risk all to serve his own selfinterest. Unlike the President, I actually served in the military, so I know how important

Mannal Haddad, said that the congressman worked to ensure “the final product reflects Central Coast values.” The bill includes several “Central Coast Wins,” including: the Small Passenger Vessel Safety Act, which Rep. Carbajal introduced in the wake of the Conception boat fire. The bill directs the Coast Guard to implement safety reforms to small passenger vessels to prevent future disasters; protecting and promoting offshore wind development off the coast of Morro Bay. The bill directs the Secretary of the Navy to report to Congress on their progress working with the offshore wind working group to identify a region for offshore

wind development; authorizing $18 million in research funds for military-university partnerships, aimed at assisting research for biomedical technology at UCSB and unmanned aerial vehicle research at Cal Poly; as well as a $5 million increase in funding for space launch range services and capabilities, including for Vandenberg Air Force Base. Until Friday’s vote, Mr. Trump had been on track to be the first president since Lyndon Johnson with no vetoes overridden, according to the American Presidency Project at UCSB. The $740 billion NDAA determines everything from how many ships are bought to soldiers’ pay and how to address

geopolitical threats. Mr. Trump refused to sign it into law because it included a provision stripping the names of Confederate generals from military bases. In addition, Mr. Trump had wanted lawmakers to undo Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act over his feud with Twitter and other social media companies. Section 230 provides legal protection for technology companies over content from third parties and users. “We’ve passed this legislation 59 years in a row. And one way or another, we’re going to complete the 60th annual NDAA and pass it into law before this Congress concludes on Sunday,” Senate Please see DEFENSE on A6

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Both the House and Senate successfully voted to override President Donald Trump’s veto of the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report. Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, said the override proves that “our military and our national security are more important than politics.”

For the love of animals

The first baby born in Santa Barbara County in 2021 was Liam, pictured here with parents Jessica Hernandez and Jaime Salcedo.

AnimalZone TV series expands to Cox Television’s national market

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First babies born in 2021 By GRAYCE MCCORMICK NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital welcomed the first baby of 2021 in Santa Barbara County into the world at 12:01 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Jessica Hernandez, of Lompoc, gave birth to a healthy baby boy named Liam, alongside the baby’s father, Jaime Salcedo. He was 8 pounds and 4 ounces,

and 20 inches long. And according to his mother, he’s got “a lot of hair.” “He’s amazing. He’s perfect,” Ms. Hernandez told the NewsPress. Liam joins three siblings at home, a 10-year-old girl, a 7-yearold boy and a 6-year-old boy. The family has lived in Lompoc for many years. Ms. Hernandez wasn’t expecting Please see babies on A8

DMV extends suspension of driving tests By MITCHELL WHITE NEWS-PRESS ASSOCIATE EDITOR COURTESY PHOTOS

Mitch Telson, left, former Petco president, holds a tortoise with AnimalZone host Arthur von Wiesenberger .

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Calling all animal lovers — this one’s for you. AnimalZone is now expanding to Cox Television’s national market. The TV series features host Arthur von Wiesenberger who meets animal lovers, learns tips and tricks for giving animals the best lives possible and introduces audiences to loving friends looking for their forever home. In February, Season 5 of AnimalZone will begin airing weekly, and with the new expansion, in primetime at 9 p.m. in Florida, Nevada, Virginia and Louisiana every Saturday evening. Other expanded markets include Arizona, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Kansas, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island and Washington, D.C., reaching a total of

4,126,000 households. The series also continues to air on TVSB Channels 17 and 71 on Sundays at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mr. von Wiesenberger, the host and News-Press co-publisher, is entering into his third year of filming AnimalZone with his camera crew. “What’s really exciting about it is they moved us from the 5-5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. time slot, which is prime time,” the TV show host told the NewsPress. “That will really help get the word out to the nation. Our goal is to help educate, hopefully entertain and inspire people to rescue animals and care for animals — that’s really been the goal of the show since we started.” He said the series is very familyoriented, and even pets enjoy watching the show because they get to see other animals. Please see AnimalZone on A6

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The California Department of Motor Vehicles will continue its temporary suspension of behindthe-wheel driving tests until at least Jan. 11. The DMV previously suspected the tests through Jan. 4. The extension is “for the health and safety of customers and employees during the ongoing statewide surge in COVID-19 cases,” officials said. Customers with scheduled appointments through Jan. 11 will be notified that their tests are postponed. The DMV will reschedule the tests at a later date, as DMV drive test examiners will be redirected to assist with other customer transactions. In-vehicle testing is a requirement for first-time driver’s license holders and commercial license applicants. The temporary suspension includes commercial and noncommercial tests, but does not apply to motorcycle drive tests, which can be conducted at a safe

distance, officials said. “To protect customers and employees, the DMV requires everyone who enters the DMV to wear a face covering, physically distance and have their temperature checked. To best serve customers and maintain appropriate distance, the number of people allowed in the office is limited, chairs are appropriately spaced and plexiglass has been installed,” read a DMV news release. Although the DMV offices remain open to serve the public, customers are encouraged to use its online services. These include expanded virtual services, as well as other service channels to complete transactions, including driver’s license and vehicle registration renewals. Even if your renewal states an office visit is required, many can still renew their driver’s licence online, officials said. To view the online services, visit www.dmv.ca.gov.

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Forest Service extends state-wide campsite and picnic area closures

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Chuck’s Waterfront Grill and Endless Summer Bar Cafe close permanently

By JOSH GREGA Brekkies by Chomp, and Mortensen’s Danish Bakery. bara Front Country trails and access roads. NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER The initial lease for the Chuck’s and Endless Sum“What we’re seeing a lot of folks are doing is they’re driving up alongside of the road and just gomer property is 10 years with four, five-year options to More than 20 years after they first opened, Chuck’s extend the term of the lease. Developed recreation sites in California will re- ing for hikes up there. That’s ok. There’s not an order Š 2021 Brilliant, 117 W. Valerio Santa Barbara CA 93101 (catalog $5). www.ashleighbrilliant.com Waterfront Grill and The Endless Summer BarAshleigh CafĂŠ are in closed through May 15 after the USDA For- against hiking trails,â€? said Andew Madsen, U.S. ForMr. Petersen is inheriting the existing lease with permanently closed. On the morning of April 30 the wa- only the four, five-year options remaining, with an Service issued an order extending the closures est Service spokesman. terfront restaurant announced its closure with a fare- average seasonally adjusted base rent of $23,585 per ursday. “We just want to make sure if people go out they’re well post on its Instagram account. The order was issued for the entire Pacific South- safely spaced between one another. If you get to a month. The post read, “It is with heavy hearts that we anst Region and its 18 National Forests, which in- trailhead and there’s just too many cars there, you Though Mr. Petersen plans to continue running nounce we have closed our doors for good. Thank you Chuck’s and Endless Summer in line with its current des the Los Padres National Forest. should find a different area to go to as opposed to tryfor your constant support. The memories will never be operation for a time, the restaurant has upgrades The initial closure order went into effect March 26 ing to get in.â€? forgotten.â€? d was set to expire April 30. As state and local responses to the coronavirus planned for around the fall. According to the agenda, Despite the current economic chaos due to the COV- under Mr. Petersen’s business plan the second floor of t applied to recreational use areas such as camp- pandemic continue to evolve, the Forest Service felt ID-19 pandemic, the prospect of Chuck’s and Endless the establishment will be converted into a traditional unds, day use sites and picnic areas. that the situation warranted a two week extension of Summer ceasing operation dates back to before the out- deli cafĂŠ focused on sandwiches, soups, and salads, The order was issued to discourage large gather- the closures, said Mr. Madsen. HAPPY NEW YEAR! break. According to the agenda of a March 24 Santa Bar- with a gourmet grocery area selling wine, beer, and s of people and promote safe social distancing of “At the end of that they’ll evaluate and see where bara City Council meeting in which assignment of the2021 ying more than six feet apart. Opening we’re at and whether or not we’re going to continue prepackaged foods.on For January evenings, the4 second floor will restaurant’s lease to a new operator was the first item, have a full bar and a dinner menu focusing on “adult n the Santa Barbara Ranger District, 12 camp- as we need it,â€? said Mr. Madsen. BARE-ROOT! Chuck’s and Endless Summer co-owner Steve Hyslop food and beverages.â€? unds and picnic areas will remain closed, includ“This order can be rescinded at any time. If local See list @ www.lasumida.com informed the Waterfront Department of his desire to our the Fremont campground and White Rock and health officials say it looks like the sky has cleared up The restaurant’s ground floor is proposed to be simsell the establishment in August 2019. d Rock picnic areas. we can rescind the order tomorrow. For right now, we ilar to Mr. Petersen’s Chomp restaurants. Its menu of After receiving the department’s lease assignment burgers, fries, and shakes will cater to families, young The order Thursday does not add to the closures don’t want to extend it out too far. requirements, Mr. Hyslop began searching for a new adults, and retirees, and for evenings will be converted eady in place for Santa Barbara. While other ar“We just want to make sure in the next couple of buyer and ultimately found it in businessman Aaron to a “dinner type atmosphere.â€? s like the Monterey Ranger District have closed weeks as we monitor what’s going on that we are takPetersen, who operates a number of restaurants in Solilheads and forest roads, locals will still have ac- ing the appropriate steps along with our state and vang including Chomp, The Coffee House by Chomp, email: jgrega@newspress.com s to the many Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Bar- local partners.â€? COURTESY PHOTOS Crews will continue to build footings, install rebar, as shown here, and pour concrete for columns, side supports and retaining walls for the new bridges in the median at the Sheffield Drive interchange.

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101 offramp at San Ysidro Road. construction over the Franklin The southbound onramp and and Santa Monica Creek bridges. offramp at Reynolds Avenue Landscaping work is also being remains closed for up to 16 weeks, conducted on new irrigation and the offramp at Casitas Pass lines near Carpinteria Creek and Road will be closed for at least six Casitas Pass Road. weeks. Crews have finished installing — Mitchell White underground supports at the Sheffield Drive interchange. Crews will continue to build footings, install rebar and pour concrete for columns, side supports and retaining walls for ORCUTT — A chimney fire the new bridges in the median. caused damage to the wall and Crews will continue excavating attic of an Orcutt residence and installing underground Thursday night, authorities said. supports between the 101 bridges Santa Barbara County for the new Evans Avenue Fire Department crews were undercrossing. Temporary dispatched just before midnight lighting has been installed near to the home in the 800 block of XFFL PS FWFO UXP XFFL MPOH DPVOU the ramps at Evans Avenue. Wayland Place. The fire escaped Concrete recycling is continuing into the wall and attic of the near the North Padaro Lane home before crews were able to interchange. douse the blaze, said Capt. Daniel NBJM JO CBMMPUT XJMM CF ESPQQFE PGG Work is ongoing for the new Bertucelli, fire spokesman. concrete pavement for new lanes Crews remained on scene ‰" MBSHF OVNCFS PG CBMMPUT XJMM and ramps near Reynolds Avenue. for a time conducting overhaul Crews will also pour concrete for and checking for any additional improvements at the intersection extension. of Carpinteria and Reynolds No injuries were reported. avenues. The cause of the fire is under The bridge superstructure, investigation. or the parts of the bridge that support the roadway, is under — Mitchell White

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peak periods, from 7:30 to 9 a.m., Monday through Friday. New stop signs will be installed to create a four-way, stop-controlled intersection at the intersection of Sheffield Drive and North Jameson Lane for the duration of the construction of the Summerland segment. Flaggers will assist in this area as needed. The combination of new stop signs and flaggers will enable a better flow of traffic during the detour that uses the southbound

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Beaches remain open after all; county announces 11 new COVID cases, largest since last week

The Santa Barbara County PubHealth Department announced new confirmed COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the county’s al to 495. t was the largest number in re than a week, with all but one ming from the North County. The number of healthcare workinfected with the virus grew ain on Thursday, moving to 66. The number still recovering at is w just 75.

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CARPINTERIA — Several lane closures are planned next week as work continues on the Linden and Casitas CASES Pass Highway 101 COUNTY widening project in Carpinteria. From 9 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Monday, oneOVERALL northbound lane will CONFIRMED be closed from North Padaro Lane to Sheffield Drive. The closure will also include the onramps and ANNOUNCED THURSDAY offramps at Evans Avenue, Ortega Hill Road and Sheffield Drive. Similar intermittent overnight closures planned Monday TESTS TO are DATE through Thursday, according to Caltrans officials. From 10 p.m. Sunday to 7 a.m. RATE PERone 100,000 Monday, southbound lane will be closed from Sheffield Drive to North Padaro Lane, as well as from Santa Claus Lane to Casitas Pass Road. The closure will also include the offramp at Evans Avenue and the onramp at Wallace Avenue. A similar closure will be enforced during overnight hours Monday to Thursday. The southbound onramp at Sheffield Drive will be closed for the duration of the project, with an anticipated reopening date set for 2023. The offramp at Sheffield Drive will be closed for up to 16 months and could reopen by the end of 2021. WS-PRESS STAFF REPORT Crews will not work on Thursday or Friday in observance nofathe dramatic holiday. change after a dnesday night from to the Flaggers willmemo be in place lifornia PoliceatChiefs direct traffic the SanAssociaYsidro and North Lane n Road indicated that Jameson Gov. Newsom intersection morning uld be closingduring all beaches and te parks, the governor indicated t only beaches in Orange County uld be suffering that fate. Bottom line, that was their mo. That memo never got to ,� Gov. Newsom said at his daily ess conference. That allows Santa Barbara Counand the city of Santa Barbara to ntinue to govern the beaches ng the South Coast, which will main open, as long as physical tancing is followed. Those that are doing good work, want to reward that work,� Gov. wsom said.

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TREE OF THE MONTH

This evergreen tree is versatile

Red Ironbark (Eucalyptus sideroxylon) By DAVID GRESS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-PRESS

The Red Ironbark is a beautiful broadleaf evergreen tree that is truly remarkable in the great variability of its size, growth habit, bark and flower color. This can make identifying it — or even describing it — a bit tricky. At maturity, Red Ironbark can develop into either a small, medium or large tree. Its full size can range widely, from 30 to 80 feet tall, and in canopy spread from 20 to 60 feet. Its branching structure can vary from a broad round-headed crown with upright branches to a narrow crown with pendulous branches. Its bark is tough and thick. It can be either black, dark brown, or light gray in color and will present vertical fissures that may, or may not, have a deep rusty-red coloring. It is a Eucalyptus, but is unusual in that genus, because it is the only Euc species to have bark that can be black. Like only a few other Eucalyptus species, its bark never sheds off the trunk. The Red Ironbark’s flowers are also quite variable. They are always seen as a fluffy circle of ¼ inch long stamens, but can be either red, white, pink or creamy yellow. From November to February, the ½-inch wide flowers bud out and then open, hanging in clusters of three or seven flowers. These are “perfect flowers,” meaning each flower has both male parts (stamens) and female parts (pistils). The flowers bloom in such great abundance that they attract huge numbers of bees; the loud hum of their activity can be heard a hundred feet from the tree! Beekeepers in Australia like to place hive boxes near Red Ironbark woodlands because the gorging bees will produce large quantities of delicious Eucalyptusfragrant honey. After the flowers are pollinated, glossy red-brown spherical seed pods grow and then develop into urn- or cup-shaped capsules that fill with hundreds of brown seeds as tiny as grains of sand. Amazingly, these diminutive seeds can grow into enormous trees. The leaves are always lanceshaped but can be otherwise quite variable, depending on their age and the time of year. Young leaves are light-green and up to 6 inches long and 1 inch wide. Older leaves usually fade to a dull green but sometimes develop a bluishgray color on both sides with red margins. In the winter, they can change to a lovely bronze color. In addition to its service as an ornamental shade tree in the urban landscape, this tree

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has many other uses. Its wood is extremely hard and dense — so dense that it will not float in water! Being very resistant to rot and decay, it has long been valued for use in the building of fences, piers, boats and furniture. It makes good firewood. Its leaves can be processed to extract the cineole-based Eucalyptus oil called eucalyptol. Its pleasant and refreshing aroma and taste make it a common ingredient in many flavorings, fragrances, and cosmetics. Eucalyptol is an ingredient in many commercial mouthwashes, and it has been used in traditional medicine as a cough suppressant.

It has also been used for centuries as a folk medicine to treat a variety of common diseases and conditions. Red Ironbark is endemic to Eastern Australia and is found in abundance in forests and woodlands from south-eastern Queensland through New South Wales to Victoria. In its native regions, it is also known as the “Mugga Ironbark”. Coming from a climatic region with periodic droughts like ours, Red Ironbark is perfectly suited to the Santa Barbara growing environment. It does very well here. It is drought-tolerant since it can survive on less than 15 inches of rain per year. It is cold hardy to 15-20 degrees Fahrenheit. It is medium- to fast-growing. It can thrive in many types of soil, if well-drained. However, its leaves do tend to become chlorotic (yellow) if planted in a soil with heavy clay. It does not seem to have any serious problems with plant diseases or insect pests. That said, some important considerations should be taken in its siting and maintenance. Unless you can select a small pendulous variety, you should plan on the tree becoming large and give it sufficient space so that it can grow naturally to its full height and width. Its surface roots can lift up adjacent hardscape. Plant it away from sidewalks, walls, and foundations. As the tree matures, it will be necessary to prune it regularly, thinning the crown and lightening heavy branches to avoid damage from falls of any heavy limbs broken off in windstorms. The botanical name for the Red Ironbark is Eucalyptus sideroxylon. The genus name, Eucalyptus, is a combination of the Greek words, “eu” (meaning “well”) and “kalypto” (meaning

“covered”). It refers to the woody caps that protect the flower buds. The specific epithet, sideroxylon, is a combination of the ancient Greek words “sideros” (meaning “iron”) and “xylon” (meaning “wood”). It refers to the iron-hard wood. There are several varieties and cultivars that have been selected for nursery propagation, based primarily on their flower color. The most common is “rosea,” with the common name “Red Flowered Ironbark.” There is also a lovely one called “Pink Flowered Ironbark.” Red Ironbark trees have been planted in our area since the late

1800s. They stand as ornamentals in private gardens, as street trees, as park trees and in commercial landscapes. They can be used as featured specimen trees or as screens and windbreaks. Mature Red Ironbarks stand on Las Positas Road (in front of Adams School and along the Municipal Golf Course), on Vista Del Mar, on Santa Barbara Street (at Constance Avenue), on Alameda Padre Serra (below the Riviera Theater) and on the south side of Highway 101 (at the Los Positas exit). There are also handsome specimens in La Mesa Park, in Rocky Nook Park, at

the northeast corner of Carrillo Boulevard and Spring Street, and at MacKenzie Park (north of the lower parking lot and west of the Lawn Bowling Club). Tree of the Month, presented by Santa Barbara Beautiful, increases awareness and appreciation of Santa Barbara’s many outstanding trees. The nonprofit partners with the Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department to fund tree planting along city streets. Visit Santa Barbara Beautiful’s website, sbbeautiful.org., to get more information on the organization’s programs and activities, and to view past Trees of the Month.

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It’s the best week to focus on you, Aries—especially with the full moon in Cancer happening on Tuesday. Over the weekend, the moon opposes Jupiter and Saturn, which brings some excitement. Taurus

The full moon is happening in your communication zone, Taurus, which allows you to fully express how you feel to others. When Mercury and Neptune make a connection over the weekend, do some meditation and think about how you can move past the “old you.� Gemini

Hey Gemini, the full moon is making you reflect on what’s working and what’s not working in your life. When the moon opposes Jupiter and Saturn, this aspect encourages you to liven up a party or simply create your own! You’ll get plenty of good attention. Cancer

The full moon in Cancer is bringing out some serious issues in your life. It’s time you allow yourself to hermit away and soak in your feels. Over the weekend, you might encounter a fun night that could leave you feeling dull the next day. Take a nap. Leo

The full moon is happening in your secret, more private world. On Thursday though, you’re ready to unleash your party animal! Getting some exercise and feeling the burn a bit can help you develop into the New Year. Virgo

Say “no� this week, Virgo. We know it’s hard for you. But the full moon is asking you to take a stand and create your boundaries. Over the weekend, be ready for opportunities to crop up. Libra

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Get extra “feely� this week, Scorpio. That full moon is hitting you in a way that’s making you rethink your life in a new way. Over the week, you might consider getting into tarot or divination in order to bring good vibes your way. Sagittarius

This is a great time to recalculate your finances, Sagittarius. The full moon brightens your perspective on money—which can help you make a better plan for the future. Over the weekend, surround yourself with people who care about you in order to ring in the New Year. Capricorn

It’s time to slow down instead of speeding up, Capricorn. Take time to be with your loved ones. They want to be near you. Over the weekend, as you ring in the New Year, you’re feeling much like you’re in a dream! Relish it.

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He himself Continued from Page A1 owns many rescued and adopted animals, including three cats, one of which was rescued from a ranch in the Sequoia National Forest; two donkeys rescued from roundups; and one mule that was given to him by a neighbor. The cat rescued from the Sequoias, according to Mr. von Wiesenberger, “would probably not be alive had she not been rescued, because living in the wild in Sequoias is not a long-term proposition for small animals.� “We practice what we preach,� he said. “There’s nothing that can beat an animal’s affection. This sort of unconditional love is really so special and so heartwarming. “It’s one of the greatest gifts we could have.� The animal lover said that while adopting an animal is a commitment and takes time, the hardest part is that “they don’t live as long as we do, so it becomes a horrible day when you’ve got to say goodbye.� He also hopes to break stigmas surrounding certain animals with his show, one being the stigma that donkeys are not very intelligent. “Donkeys are one of the most underrated animals by the general public because they’re always aligned with being not bright, but I think they’re some of the brightest animals,� Mr. von Wiesenberger said. “As far as situations

go, they’re not reactionary. They think things out.â€? He also owned a pitbull, who used to be the mascot of AnimalZone for the first three seasons. Unfortunately, the pitbull passed away when he was 9. “It’s interesting when you get into how some of our preconceptions about animals are fashioned incorrectly by either the media or other things,â€? he said. “Being a pitbull, they get such a bad rap. He was a really beautiful dog‌ He was the best gift ever.â€? Mr. von Wiesenberger said if he could adopt all the animals in the world, he would, but he added, “What happens in life is animals find you. You don’t find them.â€? The AnimalZone host said he believes it’s for the love of animals that sponsors and supporters have propelled the show and believed in its purpose. “We want to continue spreading the word about animals and how important they are to our lives,â€? he said. “The way we treat them says a lot about our society. “The better we treat animals, the better we treat each other.â€? Season 5 of AnimalZone consists of 13 halfhour episodes beginning on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. After the 13 weeks, it will be rebroadcast for another 13 weeks. All the episodes are also available on AnimalZone.org. Visit the website for more information about showtimes and to find

Arthur von Wiesenberger himself owns three rescued cats, one who was rescued from the Sequoia National Forest who likely wouldn’t have survived if she wasn’t adopted.

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Malinda Mahy, an AnimalZone adoption hero, takes a beach stroll with Sansom, her dog, and explains how to bring a baby or two into a home where the dog has been a couple’s first “child,� on the TV series.

Carbajal applauds removal of Confederate names from bases DEFENSE

Continued from Page A1 Republican Leader Mitch McConnell had said ahead of the vote, according to Reuters. Later on Friday, Mr. Trump tweeted about the Senate’s refusal to take up his call for more COVID-19 relief aid and to lift legal protections for social media platforms. “Our Republican Senate just missed the opportunity to get rid of Section 230, which gives unlimited power to Big Tech companies. Pathetic!!! Now they want to give people ravaged by the China Virus $600, rather than the $2000 which they so desperately need. Not

fair, or smart!� he wrote. In his statement to the media, Rep. Carbajal cited the removal of Confederate names, displays, monuments and paraphernalia for Army bases as one of the “National Wins.� Others included: the extension of paid parental leave to all federal employees, including transportation workers and VA employees; disability compensation and health care services for veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and who are suffering from cancer and related diseases; provides servicemembers with a 3% pay raise; authorizes a Pacific Deterrence Initiative, a program to counter China’s influence in the Pacific by bolstering

relationships with allies in the region and enhancing defense and deterrence capabilities in the region, while also enhancing the nation’s cybersecurity by establishing a National Cyber Director within the Executive Office of the President and strengthening the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency at the Department of Homeland Security. “This provision is of special significance following the recent massive hacks of U.S. government agencies and private businesses, believed to be conducted by Russia,� Rep. Carbajal said. email: mwhite@newspress.com

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Gauchos bounce back with a bench-mark win over Fullerton, 81-63 Robinson Idehen, seen here in action earlier this season, pulled down nine rebounds and scored seven points in UCSB’s win Friday night against Cal State Fullerton.

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Jaquori McLaughlin, seen here in action earlier this season, paced UCSB with 13 points while adding six assists in the Gauchos 81-63 victory on Friday.

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UCSB got the good start it sought from star forward Amadou Sow, but it also had plenty in reserve to finish off Cal State Fullerton in a 81-63 men’s basketball victory on Friday at the Thunderdome. The All-Big West Conference forward emerged from a slump to make 6-of-8 shots for 12 points while the Gauchos’ bench added 35 points, 20 rebounds and nine assists to help them snap a two-game losing streak “Our bench came in and really contributed,” said Sow, who also got six rebounds despite being

restricted to 17 minutes by foul trouble. “Sékou (Touré), Ajare (Sanni) and Robinson (Idehen) — those three guys could start on any other team. “They come in and work hard every day in practice, and when game time comes, they show they can handle it.” UCSB (5-3, 1-2 Big West) and Fullerton (1-1, 0-1) will return to the Thunderdome tonight at 5 o’clock to play the second game of their league doubleheader. Spectators are not allowed because of COVID-19 restrictions. “Losing at Irvine last week was definitely our fault — we gave that

last game away,” Sanni said. “But we got back after it, and we’ll be back again tomorrow.” Sanni scored 15 of his team-high 19 points in the second half, making all three of his three-point attempts. He is 7-for-7 from three in his last two games and is averaging 14.5 points per game on 51.4% shooting from three-point range (19-for-37). “We definitely did a better job of running our offense today,” Sanni said. “We have too many good people on our roster to not play that way. When we do that, it works.” Of UCSB’s 34 baskets, 22 came with an assist. The Gauchos moved Please see GAUCHOS on A8

Second-half surge lifts Gauchos past Titans By MITCHELL WHITE NEWS-PRESS ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The new calendar year brought new results for the UCSB women’s basketball team. The Gauchos (1-6), behind a solid second-half, defeated the host Cal State Fullerton Titans, 83-54 on Friday at Titan Gymnasium to earn their first victory of the season. UCSB was led offensively by redshirt senior Doris Jones, who poured in a season high 29 points on 11-18 shooting (four of seven from three-point range). UCSB’s 83 points marked their highest total of the season, in large part due to some red-hot shooting in the final two periods. The Gauchos drained 13 of their 30 attempts from behind the arc, including eight of 14 in the second half alone. Alyssa Marin scored 14 points on the night, and Taylor Mole finished with a double-double, registering 13 points and 13 rebounds in the game. UCSB jumped out to a 10-0 lead to open the game, which included seven quick points by Jones. Ashlee Lewis entered the game midway through the opening period for the Titans (0-4), dropping in eight points of her own to bring the margin within one, 11-10. The Gauchos took an 18-16 lead into the secord period, as Jones continued to score in bunches. Her three-pointer with 5:11 left in the period made it a nine-point game, and with 2:26 left in the first half she blocked a shot on the defensive end, ran the floor and drained another from deep to make it 31-20. Jones’ triple from the right corner with 1:15 left in the half made it 34-22, which was UCSB’s largest lead of the half. She scored 23 in the first two quarters. With 19 seconds left in the first half, Fullerton’s Kathryn Neff hit a three, the team’s first and only three-pointer of the half, as UCSB took a 34-25 lead at the break. The Gauchos kept their foot on the gas pedal in the third, outscoring the Titans 24-18 in the period. On several occasions, Mole was

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UCSB’s Taylor Mole, seen here in action earlier this season, finished with a double-double, registering 13 points and 13 rebounds, in Friday’s win over Cal State Fullerton.

able to come up with some key post defense against the Titans’ frontcourt. With 2:15 left in the period, she was able to force a miss, ran the floor and drained a three to make it a 50-39 contest. Marin drew a foul on a three and sank all three free throws 30 seconds later before draining a shot from deep with 44 seconds left in the period to give UCSB a 15-point advantage, 58-43. With 9:24 left in the fourth, Jones landed awkwardly as she chased after a loose ball. She would exit the game and did not

return. Mole’s second-chance layup with 8:12 helped UCSB gain a 6246 lead. Lauren Lee drained a three from the top of the key with 7:44 left, followed by a Mole triple from the corner to put UCSB in front by 20, 68-48. Marin’s three-pointer with 3:36 put UCSB ahead 77-50, allowing the visitors to secure the win. The two teams will be back in action today at Titan Gymnasium, with tipoff set for 5 p.m. email: mwhite@newspress.com

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Sheriff’s Office reports five new cases of COVID-19 By MITCHELL WHITE NEWS-PRESS ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department reported Thursday that two additional deputies and three inmates have tested positive for COVID-19. The first custody deputy became symptomatic on Wednesday and was notified Thursday of the positive test result. The second custody deputy, who is asymptomatic, was tested on Tuesday

and last worked Wednesday. The deputy was notified Thursday of the positive test result, said Raquel Zick, sheriff’s spokeswoman. “Both employees were tested as part of ongoing employee surveillance testing and they consistently wore masks while at work,” Ms. Zick said. “This brings the total number of Sheriff’s Office employees who have tested positive for COVID-19 during the entire pandemic to 81.”

Two inmates who were booked at the jail were found to be COVID-19 positive during the intake process. One of the inmates was released. A third inmate in the general population was found to be COVID-19 positive, and all the inmates who had direct contact with the COVID-19 positive inmate have tested negative. The inmates who were exposed will be “housed separately and monitored,” Ms. Zick said.

The total number of active inmate cases was at eight on Thursday. Each is being housed in negative-pressure housing areas and are being monitored by medical staff. A total of 98 inmates have tested positive and one inmate death has been reported. A total of 68 inmates have recovered and 21 have been released from custody, according to authorities.

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the ball well enough to out-shoot the Titans 53.1% to 47.3%. They also out-rebounded them 38-27. JaQuori McLaughlin and Miles Norris contributed 13 points apiece. McLaughlin also had six assists with no turnovers — and he went right to Sow on UCSB’s first possession. “My teammates kept going to me early,” Sow said. “We did some things on the offensive end for me just to get me to the basket. “It was a good adjustment from the coaching staff, having me attack instead of just having my back to the basket.” Tray Maddox Jr., a transfer from the University of Oakland, kept Fullerton in the game for a while. He hit a pair of threepointers and a jumper to outscore UCSB all by himself, 8-6, during the first 3½ minutes. He finished with a game-high 27 points on 11-for-16 shooting which included five threepointers. “He’s a great player,” Gaucho coach Joe Pasternack said. “We’ll have to do a better job on him tomorrow. We have to be able to defend for 10 four-minute wars and not for stretches. That’s our biggest problem now.” Maddox added a running bank shot three minutes later. A hook shot by Johnny Wang gave Fullerton its last lead of 14-13. But Sow put the Gauchos back ahead by scoring off a spin move. He added a layup off McLaughlin’s lob just 25 seconds later. He had made just 9-of-35 shots in his previous four games. “He had a little hop in his step and I thought he did a nice job,” Pasternack said. “He had some good energy.” Sow also got his second foul barely a minute after scoring his fourth basket and had to sit for the final 7:35 of the first half. UCSB promptly missed its next four shots while Fullerton drew to within 21-20. But Sanni put the Gauchos

back on track, scoring off a runner and adding a layup off his own steal just 19 seconds later. He then assisted Touré’s layup with a driving assist for a 27-22 lead. “What I was most proud of is that Ajare didn’t turn the ball over,” Pasternack said. “He had five assists to one turnover and four rebounds, and I thought he had a nice overall game.” Touré, who had played only three minutes in the Gauchos’ previous five games, logged nearly 20 minutes on Friday with Josh Pierre-Louis nursing an injured foot. He responded with five rebounds and four points in the first half, and also finished with three assists. “He doesn’t pout when he doesn’t play and he has unbelievable energy every single day,” Pasternack said. “We rewarded him and played him 20 minutes, and he got five rebounds. That, for us, is a gold standard — if a guard gets five rebounds, he gets to sign the bubble we put on the rim (for rebounding drills). “I thought his energy was contagious.” UCSB ended the first half on the emphatic note of Norris’ tomahawk dunk off McLaughlin’s pass to take a 31-24 lead into the locker room. Devearl Ramsey gave the Gauchos their first doubledigit lead. He scored a layup off Cyrus’ pass and set up Destin Barnes’ three with a skip pass on the next possession. He followed that up by going coast-to-coast for a layup and a 43-33 margin with 13:36 left. Idehen’s three-point play off a put-back kicked off a 12-2 run in the next two-plus minutes. Four of his game-high nine rebounds came on the offensive end. “To get nine rebounds in 12 minutes, that’s not easy to do,” Pasternack said. “He’s a lot like Sékou. Having those two guys coming off the bench with that type of energy was great for us.”

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First baby at Marian arrived at 2:36 a.m.

Gauchos handily outshot, out-rebounded Titans GAUCHOS

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department did not issue a daily update on Friday in observance of the holiday. Since Monday, the health department has reported 1,146 new COVID cases throughout Santa Barbara County. As of Thursday, 1,456 cases were still active and the total number of confirmed cases was 17,391.

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Continued from Page A1 her baby boy to be the first born in the county, but he was past his due date. “I just thought whenever he comes is good,” she said. The happy mother wanted to give thanks to the Cottage Hospital staff, specifically her nurses and doctors, “because they were amazing.” In addition, Marian Regional Medical Center welcomed its first baby of the year, who arrived at 2:36 a.m. on Friday. A healthy infant boy named Vladimir Diaz Lopez was born, weighing 6 pounds and 3 ounces and 19.25 inches long.

COURTESY PHOTOS

The first baby born in 2021 at Marian Regional Medical Center was Vladimir Diaz Lopez, pictured here with his mother, Rosalba Lopez Zeferino. Vladimir was born at 2:36 a.m. on New Year’s Day, healthy and weighing 6 pounds and 3 ounces and 19.25 inches long.

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Sure, Mom always tagged along with dad to our games and activities, but it was things like always having breakfast ready in the morning and a four-sandwich lunch for later in the school day, not being allowed to walk out of the house with a single wrinkle on our clothes; as clean as you could get our athletic uniforms clean or new shoelaces. How mama used to clean somebody else’s house just to by us a new pair of shoes. Friends were always (not just on Tuesdays) stopping by to enjoy some of Mom’s Tacos or her Rolled Chicken Taquitos which were once featured in the Santa Barbara NewsPress food section. A fresh pot of beans, pan of Fideo and homemade flour tortillas rounded out our gastricly blessed childhood. Pama, as she was called by her grandchildren, you and Papa set the bar of service to your family pretty high. We have no realistic aspirations of ever reaching that tier but a least have an example for which we live by and we can strive for. Margaret is survived by her previously mentioned children – Ron Velasquez of San Diego and Valerie (Benjamin) Melendez of Carpinteria; Grandchildren – MMN1(SW) Reginald W. “Bubba” (Jolie) Velasquez USN South Carolina parents of Great-Grandchild Reginald Edward “REV”, Zachary Ryan, Raymond Gerald and Kiley Mae Velasquez San Diego; Sister Josephine Garcia of Santa Barbara as well as numerous nephews, nieces and Godchildren. Due to Covid-19 a Private Funeral Mass will be held for Pama and Papa Saturday January 2, 2020 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph’s Church 1532 Linden Ave Carpinteria, with interment following at Carpinteria Cemetary. A celebration of their lives and love will be held at a later date when we can all break bread together.

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Pismo Beach 59/45

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Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows. Maricopa 59/45

Guadalupe 63/47

Santa Maria 62/49

Vandenberg 61/49

New Cuyama 59/37 Ventucopa 58/41

Los Alamos 66/46

Lompoc 59/50 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2021

Buellton 65/46

Solvang 63/43

Gaviota 65/46

SANTA BARBARA 64/47 Goleta 64/45

Carpinteria 63/47 Ventura 63/49

AIR QUALITY KEY Good Moderate

Source: airnow.gov Unhealthy for SG Very Unhealthy Unhealthy Not Available

ALMANAC

WOLF, Herman Hans

Herman was born June 9, 1930, in Santa Barbara to German immigrants Hans and Kathe Wolf, who owned and ran The Goleta Bakery. Growing up in Santa Barbara, he attended Wilson Elementary School and was one of Frank van Schaick’s “kids” enjoying camping trips, beach outings, sports and learning life lessons from “Van” with the other kids at camp, Go Wild Cats! He attended La Cumbre Junior High School and graduated in 1948 from Santa Barbara High School, where he was in the marching band and ran track. In 1950 Herman married his high school sweetheart, Nancy van Rensselaer, and they settled in Goleta so he could work alongside his parents at the bakery, eventually taking over as owner and head baker after his father Hans, passed away in 1962. Herman spent two years in the Army during the Korean War, stationed at Fort Ord, Monterey, California. Herman and Nancy had two children, Ron who was born in Monterey and Susan, who was born in Santa Barbara. The bakery was a popular destination for local school kids taking field trips. They would watch him make donuts, decorate cakes and take a tour of the bakery, receiving a cookie on their way out. Many residents of Goleta had their birthday, graduation, wedding and baby shower cakes made by Herman who eventually saw those babies grow up and order cakes of their own as he continued baking for the next generations. Herman and Nancy retired from the bakery in 1980, but he stayed on and helped out when needed for a couple of new owner changes, as he couldn’t completely wean himself off of getting up early and baking, much to the chagrin of wife Nancy. In his actual retirement days, he enjoyed traveling, attending concerts and took a wood carving class and made some impressive carvings. He enjoyed walking on the beach with his dog, watching old movies and watching the grand kids grow up. After wife Nancy passed away in 2017, Herman moved to Lompoc to be closer to daughter Susan Pierce (Chuck) and grandchildren Jeffrey and Steven Whitehair, Katie Pierce and four great-grandchildren, Cambria, Jackson, Natalie Whitehair and Aleshia Valrie. Herman was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years Nancy, son Ron Wolf, grandson Seth Pierce and cousin Peter Wolf. The family would like to thank the caregivers from the Comprehensive Care Center of Lompoc and his daily companions from Visiting Angles of Santa Barbara. Starbuck-Lind Mortuary of Lompoc will handle arrangements. No services will be held at this time with Covid restrictions in place. Private scattering of ashes by immediate family will take place in the near future.

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Born to Graciano and Josefa Sargaosa on June 19th, 1926 she was the second youngest of six sisters and three brothers. Margaret lived in just two homes here in Carpinteria her entire lifetime: her childhood residence on Cramer Road and the house she shared with our Dad for the past sixty-seven years. Together they raised two children: Reginald Ronald (Ronnie) and Valerie Lou (Melendez).

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PRECIPITATION 24 hours through 6 p.m. yest. Month to date (normal) Season to date (normal)

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STATE CITIES Bakersfield Barstow Big Bear Bishop Catalina Concord Escondido Eureka Fresno Los Angeles Mammoth Lakes Modesto Monterey Napa Oakland Ojai Oxnard Palm Springs Pasadena Paso Robles Sacramento San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Luis Obispo Santa Monica Tahoe Valley

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Sun. Hi/Lo/W 63/38/c 64/43/c 62/44/c 61/42/c 63/45/c 66/43/c 58/47/c 61/48/pc

66/42/pc 50/30/r 33/28/c 52/34/s 46/25/pc 56/36/s 81/70/pc 30/19/pc 52/35/pc 55/35/pc 64/41/s 51/45/r 36/28/sn 37/28/c 52/42/r 58/39/pc

POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind west-northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 4-8 feet with a west-northwest swell 4-8 feet at 20 seconds. Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind west-northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 4-8 feet with a west-northwest swell 4-8 feet at 20 seconds. Visibility clear.

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR TIDES Date Time High Time Jan. 2 Jan. 3 Jan. 4

12:31 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 1:14 a.m. 11:34 a.m. 2:00 a.m. 12:32 p.m.

LAKE LEVELS

3.6’ 5.6’ 3.7’ 5.1’ 3.9’ 4.5’

Low

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2.6’ -0.6’ 2.6’ -0.3’ 2.6’ 0.1’

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NATIONAL CITIES Atlanta Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City Seattle Washington, D.C.

Wind northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 5-9 feet with a west-northwest swell 5-9 feet at 16 seconds. Visibility clear.

TIDES

LOCAL TEMPS Today Hi/Lo/W 59/37/pc 64/45/pc 61/49/pc 59/45/pc 62/49/pc 66/45/pc 61/49/pc 63/49/pc

MARINE FORECAST

SANTA BARBARA CHANNEL

TEMPERATURE

A union that was formed in heaven went full circle on December 24th when our mom Margaret joined the love of her life, our Dad who the lord had recently passed on December 3rd 2020.

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6/19/1926 – 12/24/2020

email: gmccormick@newspress.com

LOCAL FIVE-DAY FORECAST

email: mpatton@newspress.com

VELASQUEZ, Margaret Julia (Saragosa)

The mother, Rosalba Lopez Zeferino, and father, Celestino Diazbout, happily welcomed their son. Ms. Zeferino also has another 5-year-old son. Vladimir’s parents expected him earlier, but starting 2021 with this wonderful gift was a great surprise for them. “We feel good,” said Ms. Zeferino. “I expected him earlier. I didn’t expect him to be the first of the year.” To celebrate Vladimir’s arrival, birthing center nurses presented mom, dad, and baby with a beautiful gift basket filled with goodies and essentials for the sweet bundle of joy.

52/35/pc 39/37/r 34/23/sn 57/32/s 49/28/s 66/42/s 82/66/pc 30/23/s 40/37/r 42/37/r 65/41/s 52/47/r 41/29/pc 42/30/sf 50/44/r 44/38/r

At Lake Cachuma’s maximum level at the point at which water starts spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment. Storage 124,478 acre-ft. Elevation 727.25 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 10.0 acre-ft. Inflow 0.0 acre-ft. State inflow 0.0 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -67 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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WORLD CITIES

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