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JULY

17

2008

Summer Reading

The Season of Reflection

To an outsider’s eye, Santa Barbara summers may not vary much from our winters, but locals know how these balmy days and light-filled evenings bring with them a certain sense of freedom. Read story.

JULY

10

2008

Fire on the Mountain

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The Story of the Gap Fire, 2008

Telling the story of a wildfire is difficult because so many intense experiences, so many quickly changing facts, so many human dramas must be woven into a whole cloth. In this issue we have tried to give as clear as possible a picture of what happened to our community during the last week. Read story.

JULY

3

2008

UCSB Students Connect with Veterans and Others Touched by the Horrors of War

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The Battle Against Misunderstanding

On a February day in a darkened UCSB classroom, students listen intently as Army Sergeant Christopher Loverro recounts the grueling daily struggle of life as a soldier in Iraq. Read story.

JUNE

26

2008

Diving for Delicacies and Dollars

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The Celebrated Past, Stagnant Present, and Possible Future of San Miguel Island’s Abalone

For California’s abalone divers, it was the best of times, fueled by a resource with seemingly no end. A community of pals and partners, the divers had the sea to themselves and all the abs they could grab. Read story.

JUNE

19

2008

2008 Summer Arts Guide

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Though bold, beautiful, and brilliant, the Solstice Parade is not the end-all to Santa Barbara’s summer season of arts. Read story.

JUNE

12

2008

’Round ’n’ ’Round We Go

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The Santa Barbara Independent’s Second Annual Wheels Issue

Unless you’re a monk who gets from place to place only on foot, your life is dependent on wheels. Whether you prefer driving your gas guzzler in the fast lane, cruising the bike lanes on your 10-speed, or taking the bus from home to office, you’re hooked on the all-important wheel. Read story.

JUNE

5

2008

The Truth Behind Tonic

The Music Man Behind State Street’s Super Club Answers Our Questions

Situated where you’re bound to pass at least once on your average night downtown, 634 State Street has been a nightlife hotspot throughout its many evolutions. But since opening at the address three years ago, Tonic — with a huge dance floor and mix of resident and far-flung deejays bumping hip-hop, electronic, and rock jams — has established itself as the weekend place to be for the college kids, out-of-towners, and anyone looking to shake their rump amid a crowd of sweaty revelers. Read story.

JUNE

5

2008

Yesterday's Party, Tomorrow's Buzz

State Street’s Storied Past, Promising Future Examined in Our Nightlife Issue

From the spire of the Arlington to the sands under Stearns Wharf, our main drag is consumed by businesses that cater to the idea of going out on the town, which is why State Street is a party mecca for anyone in a 100-mile radius. Read story.

MAY

29

2008

Remembering Father Virgil Cordano

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Santa Barbara’s Most Poignant Memories of Our Community’s Godfather

On Thursday, May 22, a little after 5 p.m., Father Virgil George Cordano left his Earth-bound body and headed toward heaven. Read story.

MAY

22

2008

Same-Sex Marriage Ban Overturned by California Supreme Court

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A Gay Day for California's Gays

On Thursday, May 15, the California Supreme Court overturned the ban on same-sex marriage, making headlines across the globe and attracting praise from the more than 108,000 Golden State households that are registered as gay. Read story.

MAY

22

2008

A Legal Rundown on the Decision to Allow Gay Marriage

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What’s the Ruling Mean?

A legal rundown on the decision to allow gay marriage Read story.

MAY

15

2008

2008 Blue & Green Guide

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The Indy's Annual Guide to the Outdoors

The sun started its hot shine early this year, spoiling us Santa Barbarans with summertime temperatures when spring was still roaring with rain, wind, and chill in less lucky climes. Read story.

MAY

8

2008

Five Candidates Vie for the County’s Hottest Supervisorial Seat

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Rounding Third

With Santa Barbara County facing a budget disaster, five candidates for 3rd District Supervisor are running to win an understandably hot seat. Read story.

MAY

1

2008

Why the Biggest Acts Love to Play in Our Backyard

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The Bowl Alternative

There’s one near virtually every American city — an outdoor amphitheater designed to hold thousands of people and host touring rock shows during the summer. So why does the Santa Barbara Bowl manage to get the biggest acts in rock 'n' roll? Here's the answer. Read story.

APRIL

24

2008

Can Vitamins Save the World?

How Santa Barbara’s Vitamin Angels Is Saving India and Beyond, One Dose at a Time

How Santa Barbara's Vitamin Angels is saving India and beyond, one dose at a time. Read story.

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