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Our Chinese Cycad Connection

Santa Barbara-Based Couple Study Rare Plant and Help Schools in China

Santa Barbara-based couple study rare plant and help schools in China. Read story.

By Matt Kettmann, Adriana Zyskowski
Saturday, August 30, 2008
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The Season of the Fig

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At my Grandpa’s house, there was a gargantuan fig tree. Read story.

County Flood Preparation Work Begins Following Gap Fire

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Community meeting set to discuss post Gap Fire flood concerns 6pm September 11 at San Marcos High School. Read story.

Lightning Strikes Spark Fires in the San Rafael Wilderness

Five lightning-caused fires burning in or near the San Rafael Wilderness stir fears of another major blaze. Map of ... Read story.

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Coming Like a Freight Train

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New County emergency post-fire plan deals with the impacts of the Gap Fire which could be heading our way ... Read story.

By Ray Ford

First Look at the Gap Fire's Aftermath

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With wet weather coming soon, what will happen to the canyons above Goleta? Read story.

By Ray Ford
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Reptiles Return to Wheeler Gorge this Saturday

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If your kids are curious about snakes, this Wheeler Center program is for them. Read story.

By Mike Havstad

Kim’s Kite: The Eyes Have It

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Learn more about birds of prey this Saturday at Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center. Read story.

By Mike Havstad
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