Gaucho Volleyball Coach Ken Preston Retiring After 30 Years
UCSB coach will say goodbye, but not after leading some spiking stars this season.
Day: January 10, 2008
Suicide Barriers Examined for Cold Springs Bridge
Gary Spielman weighed in on the debate surrounding the possible construction of suicide barriers on the Cold Spring Canyon arch bridge.
Mommy’s a Liar
Sometimes the truth is gross.
There Will Be Blood
Oil, blood, and money-in various orders-make up the unholy trinity of forces beneath the surface of this compelling slow-brew epic. And “beneath the surface” is the operative phrase in a uniquely powerful film about forces out of view building up pressure-whether oil in the ground, bloodletting violence, or seething hatred-that are all fit to burst in the name of greed.
Miramar’s Environmental Review Begins
The environmental review process for Rick Caruso’s proposed Miramar Resort overhaul is slated to begin on 1/14.
Man Rescued from Santa Maria River
Three engine crews and a helicopter were needed to hoist a man and his tractor out of the Santa Maria River at around 8 a.m. on 1/5.
Pruning Deciduous Fruit Trees
Here’s how to take advantage of the falling leaves on your trees and shrubs.
UCSB’s Athletic Director Announces Retirement
Dr. Gary Cunningham, athletic director at UCSB since 1995, will retire at the end of 2008.
Winter Arts Preview Part I
A preview of the jazz, dance, film, and classical to come to Santa Barbara in Winter 2008.
Deep Water
UCSB’s Arts & Lectures presents this remarkable documentary about Donald Crowhurst, an amateur yachtsman who attempted the first solo nonstop boat race around the world. Check out the true tale of an ordinary man attempting an extraordinary thing on Thursday, January 10, at 7:30 p.m. at UCSB’s Campbell Hall. $6 general, $5 students. Call 893-3535 for more info.
