Sacramento Bee

California has 3 of most charming downtowns in the nation, HGTV says. Which ones?

HGTV named three California towns among the nation's most charming downtowns. Pacific Grove, Solvang, and Carmel-by-the-Sea earned praise for unique culture. Architectural heritage, art galleries, and ...
Noozhawk

Crews Battle 3-Alarm Fire in Downtown Solvang

Firefighters from multiple agencies battled a blaze at the intersection of Molle Way and First Street in downtown Solvang Friday morning. Credit: Santa Barbara County Fire Department photo Multiple ...
Santa Barbara Independent

April 5 & 6, 2025: Solvang, California, Hosts Inaugural “Solvang Brick & Builds” Brick-Building Festival and Town-wide Competition

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. February 26, 2025 – Solvang, CA – Solvang, California (http://www.SolvangUSA.com), the ...
Noozhawk

Solvang Eyes State Grant to Push for Downtown Traffic Fixes

Vehicles stack up on Mission Drive during the late-afternoon rush, part of the traffic burden facing the Highway 246 corridor through downtown Solvang. Credit: Nick Forselles / Noozhawk photo Solvang ...
Santa Barbara Independent

Solvang, California, Voted as One of the “Best Historical Small Towns” in 2025 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. August 21, 2025 – Solvang, CA – Solvang, California (http://www.SolvangUSA.com ...