The Jesusita Fire
Trail Workers Get Community Service
Dana Larsen and Craig Ilenstine were sentenced to community service for not having proper equipment for brush-clearing activities, a charge stemming from the DA’s Office investigation of the Jesusita Fire. Read story.
Jesusita Fire Defendants Win Major Victory in Court Ruling
Judge Rules That “Hot Work” Statute Does Not Apply to Defendant’s Use of a Weed Cutter
Court rules against DA theory a "hot work" permit is required for use of a weed cutter. Read story.
Jesusita Attorneys File Briefs
Attorneys for Craig Ilenstine and Dana Larsen, accused of illegal actions that may have led to the start of the devastating Jesusita Fire, plan to file briefs addressing what sort of activities require a hot work permit. Read story.
Men Accused of Starting Jesuita Fire Plead Not Guilty
Craig Ilenstine and Dana Larsen Still Face Misdemeanor Charges
Craig Ilenstine and Dana Larsen still face misdemeanor charges. Read story.
Firefighting Under Fire
Environmental Group May Sue Fire Agencies for Retardant Drops That Killed Steelhead
Environmental group may sue fire agencies for retardant drops that killed steelhead. Read story.
Trail Gnomes Charged in Jesusita Fire
Misdemeanors Could Mean Fines, Jail Time, and Civil Penalties for Craig Ilenstine and Dana Larsen
Misdemeanors could mean fines, jail time, and civil penalties for Craig Ilenstine and Dana Larsen. Read story.
Fire Department Releases Report on Jesusita
Investigation Notes Given to DA for Assessment of Culpability
The investigation notes have been given to the District Attorney to be used in determining any possible culpability. Read story.
County Unveils Hydromulch Program for Jesusita Burn Areas
Maps Identify Areas to Be Sprayed
Maps provide a close look at locations of Jesusita Fire hydromulching. Read story.
Good Deed Gone Really, Really Bad?
County Fire Investigators Say Trail Gnomes May Have Sparked Jesusita Fire
Ray takes a look back at the Jesusita Fire investigation. Read story.
"From Ashes to Opportunity"
June 27 Forum Aims to Teach Green, Fire-Resistant Rebuilding Practices
A June 27 forum aims to teach green, fire-resistant rebuilding practices. Read story.
No Evidence in KEYT "Staging" Charges
Upon Further Investigation, the Allegations Are Unproven
Upon further investigation, the allegations are unproven. Read story.
Graphic Designers Fundraise for Fire Victims
AIGA's Santa Barbara Chapter Helps Rebuilding, One T-Shirt and Tote Bag at a Time
AIGA's Santa Barbara chapter helps rebuilding one t-shirt and tote bag at a time. Read story.
Valle Verde Heroics During Jesusita Fire
Retirement Home Housed Over 162 Senior Evacuees
Valle Verde Retirement Community housed over 162 senior citizen evacuees during the Jesusita Fire. Read story.
Fire Victim Family Tries to Forge Ahead
Insurance Providers, News Crews Leave a Bitter Taste for the Keltners
Insurance providers, news crews leave a bitter taste for the Keltners. Read story.
County Offers Discounts to Firefighters
Visitors Bureau Organizes Program With Shops, Restaurants, Hotels, Others
The Visitors Bureau has organized a program that includes shops, restaurants, hotels, and more. Read story.
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