Red Lights for Bikes
I am dismayed at the number of bicycle riders who do not honor stop signs and even red lights.
Year: 2015
PHMSA Tightening Spill Notification Rules
Six weeks after the Refugio Oil Spill, the federal agency responsible for pipeline safety announced it is introducing new rules to require pipeline operators to notify the National Response Center (NRC) within one hour of confirming the existence of a spill.
Orfalea Foundation Donates $116K for Student Dental Work
More than three dozen kids at Cleveland Elementary School will get free dental work this school year, thanks to a generous donation by the Orfalea Foundation.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Chumash
Citing a lack of jurisdiction and sovereignty laws, a federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Santa Ynez Valley residents against the Chumash over the tribe’s proposed casino expansion.
UC Creating Transfer Coursework Roadmap
Looking for a University of California degree in the UC’s 10 most popular majors can now consult a detailed road map toward that educational goal.
Head of UCSB Public Affairs Leaving for Chicago
John Longbrake, the head of UCSB’s Public Affairs department, announced his departure from the university this week after less than three years on the job.
Santa Barbara Passport to Drinking Pleasure
New deal booklet offers discounts at drinking holes around town.
California Bands Fill Venues this Week
State Street will be humming with music from bands including The Adolescents, Canned Heat, and Internet.
SBIFF’s The Wave Festival 2015
Mini festival brings the best French film fare to Santa Barbara.
Fighting Cancer with Confidence
Author Andrea Hutton’s advice from “Bald Is Better with Earrings: A Survivors Guide to Getting Through Breast Cancer.”
