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The Jesusita Fire

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JULY

7

2010

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.

APRIL

19

2010

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.

MARCH

11

2010

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.

FEBRUARY

22

2010

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.

DECEMBER

20

2009

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.

DECEMBER

10

2009

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.

SEPTEMBER

5

2009

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.

AUGUST

27

2009

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.

AUGUST

25

2009

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.

JUNE

26

2009

"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.

JUNE

10

2009

No Evidence in KEYT "Staging" Charges

Upon Further Investigation, the Allegations Are Unproven

Upon further investigation, the allegations are unproven. Read story.

JUNE

10

2009

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.

JUNE

8

2009

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.

JUNE

5

2009

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.

JUNE

2

2009

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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