Leave the Oil in the Ground
The oil here is poor quality and expensive to produce so It would make more sense to leave it in the ground and keep it from being burned.
Year: 2026
Indy Origins: Charles Donelan’s First Cover Story
Our longtime arts editor — and now the UCSB Arts & Lectures publicist — recalls his earliest assignments.
San Marcos Drops Opener to a Talented Dana Hills Team, 56-10
San Marcos travels to Del Sol next week.
Santa Barbara Dons Suffer Heartbreaking Loss in Season Opener
Camarillo defeated Santa Barbara 17-16 after a late-game turnover stalled the Dons’ final drive.
Dos Pueblos’ Fourth-Quarter Rally Falls Short Against Santa Ynez
Dos Pueblos will host Buena next week.
Outside Lands Brings Life to Foggy San Francisco
While Santa Barbara celebrated Fiesta, two ‘Independent’ reporters explored the annual music festival at Golden Gate Park.1q
‘Indy’ Interns and Me
Jean Yamamura explains our internship system, and how she started as a proofreader.
Indy Origins: The Flavor and the Substance Keeps This Contributor Writing
What started as a column pitch turned into a decade of culinary and culture journalism.
Fundraiser Underway for Full Renovation of Children’s Park in Isla Vista
New playgrounds and a barbecue and picnic area are funded, but $1 million is still needed for other park features on the chopping block.
Artist Jonathan Smith Travels to Turkey to Volunteer at the Flying Carpet Children Festival
The Environment Makers Inc. co-founder works to spread joy to refugee children.
