The Fallas store in Santa Maria had been a part of downtown for nearly a decade; but now that they've closed its doors, city leaders are eyeing the spot as a target for new apartments.
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Central Coast Rescue Mission hosts drive-thru Christmas banquet in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA, Calif - Hundreds of families in need received an early Christmas meal in Santa Maria Friday afternoon thanks to the help of Central Coast Rescue Mission and other organizations.
Families enjoyed the special Christmas banquet at Four Square Church.
The turkey meal was delivered to each visitor drive-thru style.
Special guests included Santa Maria Mayor Alice Patino. We have a lot of people that need food and I want to support the different entities in our community that are their providing food. It s such a necesity for life in Santa Maria, Patino said.