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Santa Barbara Nonprofit Combines Environmental Advocacy with Community Health Initiatives

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The Community Environmental Council (CEC) in Santa Barbara is rallying the community for two upcoming events and an environmental policy push. - First-ever blood drive at The Hub on June 15 to boost local blood supplies.

- Fifth annual Plastic-Free Expo on June 25 to reduce single-use plastic. - Public support gathering for a proposed ban on new county oil wells ahead of a July 14 hearing.

These efforts highlight the CEC's commitment to both community health and environmental sustainability.

This story was originally reported by keyt. Read the original article here.

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