Santa Maria faces a $25 million budget deficit, prompting city leaders to implement nearly $17 million in budget changes, ...

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber recently kicked off its annual Dine Out Santa Maria Style promotion in an effort to help boost ...

The Santa Maria boys basketball team remained undefeated in Ocean League play with an 82-79 road win over Cabrillo on Tuesday ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Maria, CA – July 7, 2025 – On July 17, our community will gather once again — not in protest alone, but in reflection, ...

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - Future Leaders of America (FLA) will hold a press conference Wednesday evening to support Measure J and address the need for a new high school in the Santa Maria Valley. Locals ...

The Department of Motor Vehicles office on McClelland Street in Santa Maria will close at 5 p.m. Friday for the relocation to a new larger facility at the corner of Santa Maria Way and Sunrise Drive.

Thieves took seven large bikes along with countless toys, new clothes, shoes, and bags of new blankets days ahead of the Catholic Charities of Santa María’s Christmas toy distribution. A worker ...

I have experience working with adolescents and adults, with a particular passion for supporting young adults as they explore identity and navigate the challenges that come with major life transitions.

To raise awareness about human trafficking on the Central Coast, the Rotary Club of Santa Maria South held a forum Thursday ...

Imagine yourself in this space. You’re feeling overwhelmed—maybe it’s anxiety, lingering past trauma, or relationship issues that weigh heavily on your mind. You’re looking for a safe place to be ...