Sixty-three incarcerated students were recognized Tuesday at the Northern Branch Jail for completing college-level courses.

The Santa Maria Elks Lodge will host its annual Soccer Shootout Saturday, Aug. 23 on the grassy area at the Elks Lodge at 1309 North Bradley Road in Santa Maria.

The Sta. Rita Hills Winegrowers Alliance's annual Wine & Fire event kicks off tonight and runs through Sunday, celebrating the region's world-class wines and vineyards.