Earl Warren Showgrounds CEO Ben Sprague explains the pickleball controversy currently consuming the Showgrounds and his plan to resolve the issue. Sprague opens up about the new mission of the Showgrounds and its attempt to become more financially sustainable through diverse programming. Sprague says Earl Warren is Santa Barbara's events center and he wants everyone to know it's place for them to enjoy entertainment all year.

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