Indy Staff, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Columns By Tam Hunt | Mon Feb 27, 2012 | 5:00am

On Ends and Endings

The increasing power to shape our own evolution is part of the same evolutionary process that has always been present, but it has taken a huge jump in rapidity with the advent of modern technology.

Announcement By California Department of Public Health | Mon Feb 27, 2012 | 12:17am

Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today warned consumers not to eat four ‘Rewari’ candies imported from India, after tests conducted by CDPH found that all four exceed state standards for lead.

Announcement By Girls Inc. of Carpinteria | Sun Feb 26, 2012 | 9:31pm

Girls Inc. Luncheon Honors Inspirational Women

Girls Inc. of Carpinteria invites the community to celebrate strong, smart and bold women at its Women of Inspiration: Garden to Table Celebration Luncheon on Monday, March 19, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 5315 Foothill Road, Carpinteria.

Announcement By American Institute of Architects | Sun Feb 26, 2012 | 9:22pm

American Institute of Architects Honors Santa Barbara Leader

South Coast architect Michael Holliday has been designated as an American Institute of Architects Fellow, the highest honor bestowed on the organization’s general membership.

Announcement By Santa Barbara County Association of Governments | Sun Feb 26, 2012 | 9:16pm

Measure A Funds Allocated

The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Board of Directors unanimously voted to approve nearly $400,000 in Measure A funds for 7 safe routes to school projects in north county. Funding for these projects came from the first allocation of Measure A North County Bicycle & Pedestrian and Safe Routes to School Programs.

Announcement By The Towbes Group | Sun Feb 26, 2012 | 9:11pm

Program Benefits Tenants and Retailers

The Towbes Group is launching a first-of-its-kind program in the Santa Barbara area that provides residents of the company’s apartment communities exclusive discounts from retailers in shopping centers also owned by Towbes.