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Goats to the Rescue
Herd Hired to Eat Through Mission Canyon Fire Fodder
Herd hired to eat through Mission Canyon fire fodder. Read story.
The Unusual History of the Tea Fire’s Point of Origin
Aqueducts, Skateboards, and Flames
Before last week, Santa Barbara’s Tea Gardens — a picturesque private park of bizarre aqueduct systems, broken-down statues, Romanesque arches, and stunning ocean views in the foothills above Westmont College — were a highlight of local lore for their quirky history and legendary status in the underground of skateboarding. Read story.
Volunteer Corps Trained While Disaster Unfolded
Ready for Next Time
In an eerie twist of fate, a cadre of elite emergency medicine physicians and government officials arrived at El Capitan Ranch on Thursday evening just as the Tea Fire was revving up. Read story.
The Tea Fire Devastates the Bohemia of Mountain Drive
The Phoenix Rises
Fire has always loomed as the great predator in the daily life and legend of Mountain Drive. Last week it looked like fire had finally won. Read story.
A Push to Get the Homeless Healthy
Hundreds Turn Out for Immunizations and TB Tests at Casa Esperanza Shelter
Hundreds turn out for immunizations and TB tests at Casa Esperanza shelter. Read story.
Planned Marine Science Center Aims to Inspire
State-of-the-Art Facility Promises Oceanic Insight, Academic Outreach
The state-of-the-art facility promises to provide oceanic insight, academic outreach. Read story.
Gap Fire Arson Arrest
16-Year-Old in Custody
A 16-year-old is in custody for month-long fire that started at Lizard's Mouth. Read story.
Organist Raises Money for Fire Victims
Recital Money Donated to Red Cross Efforts
Proceeds from an organ and harpsichord recital held at All Saints Episcopal Church will benefit those who suffered loss in the Tea Fire. Read story.
Conservative College Students Attend Leadership Conference
Young America's Foundation Holds West Coast Leadership Conference
More than 200 college Republicans gathered at Fess Parker's Doubletree Resort this weekend to discuss conservative ideals and strategies. Read story.
Plumber Fills Firefighters’ Tanks Using Undocumented Hookup
Peter Kornbluth Had Connected to Main in Preparation for the Inevitable
On Las Canoas Road, Peter Kornbluth connected a fire hose to the water main and waited for the inevitable, which arrived Thursday night. Read story.
Veterans’ Day Event Raises Money for Soldiers
“Run to Remember” Held at Vandenberg
Honoring service members who lost their lives, a commemorative run at Vandenberg Air Force Base also raised money for returning veterans. Read story.
Sycamore Canyon Fire Deja Vu?
Huge Winds Push Fire into Area Burned in 1977; Westmont Campus in Danger
Tea Fire spreads quickly in an eerie similarity to the 1977 Sycamore Canyon Fire. Read story.
Overpass Gunman Gets Reduced Bail
Debate Arises over Van Tassel’s PTSD Validity
Judge George Eskin decided to reduce Edward "Kyle" Van Tassel’s bail to make psychiatric treatment more accessible. Read story.
Nonprofit Steps in When County Stops Sea Sampling
Who’s Watching the Beaches Now?
It is no secret that the much-needed rains that may fall in the Santa Barbara foothills this winter often result in less-than-ideal downstream realities — the related runoff and creek flow delivering bacteria-laced water to the beaches and surf zones below. Read story.
UCSB’s Ocean Road Project Raises Concerns
University Administration Facing Possible Housing Pressure
University administration facing possible housing pressure. Read story.
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