Carpinteria 7-17
Warrior Spirit Never Dies announced that it fell short by 89 signatures in its attempt to instigate a recall election against Carpinteria School Board member Beverly Grant.
Month: July 2008
Health 7-17
The Wood-Claeyssens Foundation this week announced it will match dollar-for-dollar new gifts and grants, up to $5 million, to the Campaign for Cottage Health Systems, which is raising funds for a seismic upgrade to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Wahoo’s Fish Tacos
A review of this “fine place to surf on in for a Tex-Mex meal.”
Business 7-17
The National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration awarded Tecolote Research Inc. of Goleta a $32.5 million contract to perform analytical and technical support work for two next-generation satellite programs.
News to Yous
It was announced last week that the National Association of Schools of Music Commission on Accreditation has given an associate membership title to Westmont College.
Sean Hayes and James Hunter
Last Saturday’s Sings Like Hell concert series showcased two highly talented, yet intriguingly varied artists whose one commonality might be an appreciation of-and deep respect for-the legacy of Sam Cooke.
Woody’s Bodacious Barbecue
A review of this “Goleta BBQ haven.”
County 7-17
Preservation of Los Olivos (POLO), an organization dedicated to fighting expansion of the Chumash Casino, on 7/15 won its case against the United States Department of the Interior.
Law and Disorder 7-17
UCSB Law and Society Professor Jacqueline Stevens published a study in The Nation on 6/23 concluding that immigration laws are so convoluted that they result in the deportation of U.S. citizens and legal residents on a daily basis.
Introducing Los Olivos Roots Organic Farm
Organic is hip. Locally grown organic is even hipper, and, minus the bling and attitude, local organic farmers are the new, off-the-grid rock stars.
