Santa Barbara High’s girls beach volleyball team narrowly missed a victory against Arroyo Grande, dropping a hard-fought 3-2 non-league match. Played on Monday at East Beach, the encounter featured several highly competitive sets, highlighting both teams’ resilience.

Arroyo Grande police are ramping up DUI patrols over the Thanksgiving weekend. Drivers caught under the influence could face first-time DUI fines of $13,500 and a suspended license, according to local authorities.