La Brea Fire Tops 20,000 acres, Jumps Sierra Madre Ridge
The La Brea Fire increases in size dramatically but the worst could be over.
Indy Staff
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Evacuation Order for La Brea Fire
Evacuation order issued in La Brea Fire for 14 area ranches, superseding previous evacuation warning
Hard Bummer 2009
The Saturday night Hard Summer Fest at the L.A. Forum was shut down early due to chaotic atmosphere, massive disorganization.
Lucky Kid Paid to Play
Santa Barbara’s own Madison Lewandowski chosen to be toy tester.
La Brea Fire Morning Report
Some containment achieved, fire still growing with 20,622 acres involved, first evacuation warning issued.
Music to Your Ears
The Music Man draws audiences to Solvang Festival Theater.
UCSB’s Bren Hall Recognized for Being Super-Green
Becomes first building in nation to earn a Double Platinum rating for sustainability.
La Brea Fire Report
Almost 15,000 acres affected, growth is unchecked and predicted to be extreme in typical hot dry August weather.
Jazz Here Now?
Joe gives Tyler Blanton his jazz pick of the summer, and introduces the Fringe Beat Wish Index, Lobero edition.
Sly’s Wise Ways with Food
Chef James Sly reflects on a year of cooking in Carpinteria.
