Truck Driver Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail
Joaquin Morales was behind the wheel when his out-of-control rig killed three people.
Year: 2011
New Laser Treatment for Fungal Nails Available on the Central Coast
A safer alternative to oral medications for the treatment of fungal nails is available at The Foot and Ankle Center of the Central Coast.
Cognitive Fitness & Innovative Therapies Will Become Program of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Cottage and CFIT (Cognitive Fitness & Innovative Therapies) have signed an agreement to make CFIT a program of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. CFIT will change its name to the Cottage Center for Cognitive Fitness.
UCSB Awarded $15 Million by Dow Chemical Company
The Dow Chemical Company has awarded UC Santa Barbara up to $15 million to establish a collaborative research initiative that will help shape the future of technology in areas that will benefit society.
New Book Decries Human Dilemma
Through power of self-awareness and techniques of study, true happiness can be achieved
Chamber Members Appreciated
Wine Cask hosts October 26 tasting for ‘Santa Barbara First.’
UC, AFSCME Reach Agreement on Wages and Benefits
The University of California announced on October 10 that members of the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees have ratified a contract covering more than 20,000 employees at UC campuses and medical centers.
The Towbes Group Awards $7,500 in Grants to Area Non-Profits
The Towbes Group, though a program designed to foster employee philanthropy and community involvement, has awarded this year a $2,500 grant to each of three non-profit organizations in the Tri County area, announced Chief Financial Officer Michelle Konoske, and current chairperson of the Towbes Employee Grant Committee.
Pacifica Graduate Institute Welcomes New President, Establishes Chancellor Position
Pacifica Graduate Institute announced the appointment of Carol S. Pearson, Ph.D., as President of the Institute. She succeeds the Founding President, Stephen Aizenstat, Ph.D. A formal inauguration will take place on Thursday, February 9, 2012.
Hall of Fame for Richard Sanford
It’s Vintners Hall of Fame time for Richard Sanford, Santa Barbara County’s legendary winemaker who discovered that the Sta. Rita Hills might be the perfect place to grow pinot noir.
