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Help Keep California Forests Healthy – Keep Firewood Local

As part of a nationwide effort to encourage the public to buy and burn firewood locally, CAL FIRE and the California Firewood Task Force kicked off a public outreach campaign in September to inform campers, wood cutters, arborists, and the general public about the risks of long-distance movement of firewood.

Giving Jeans a Chance

The Volcom Store on State Street and surfer Parker Coffin are throwing an October 21 event to collect clothing for the homeless.

California Shakeout on October 20

The Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and emergency managers from throughout the county are asking residents to take a moment to participate in the “Great California Shakeout” this Thursday.

Americans Deserve Jobs Act

America is still recovering from the worst economic crisis many of us have seen in our lifetimes. Fortunately, there is a plan to get us on the road to recovery.

Roadwork and Damned Roadwork

Recently the City decided to alter the sidewalk at the corner of Mission and Modoc to make it accessible by wheelchairs.

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