Venoco Denies Acidizing Off Goleta Coast
The oil company issues a statement refuting charges of recent environmentalist report.
Author: Matt Kettmann
Coastal Commission Talks Fracking
Some answers to what the state can do about the drilling techniques of offshore oil rigs.
AleSmith’s My Bloody Valentine
Review of AleSmith Brewing Company My Bloody Valentine Ale.
Santa Maria Wine Country Association Disbands
Think tank formed, Chardonnay Symposium moves as group throws weight behind countywide association.
EDC Says Venoco “Acidizing” Offshore
Research reveals technique being used from Platform Holly near UCSB.
Au Bon Climat Poured for Presidents
Iconic Santa Maria Valley winery served to French dignitaries at White House this week.
Goleta Gas Storage Deal Reached
SoCal Gas Company and concerned neighbors hash out last minute agreement before hearing.
Venoco’s Ellwood Project Goes to State Lands
Though many of the concerns raised over the past year from environmentalists and City of Goleta officials remain unaddressed, the State Lands Commission is preparing to take action on February 21 and most likely approve Venoco Inc.’s plan to re-open an old oil well off of a pier below the fairways of Sandpiper Golf Course.
Santa Barbara’s Best Supper Club?
Getting to know Elizabeth Reed’s Food & Wine Safari series at The Biltmore.
SBIFF 2014: Appreciating Oprah Winfrey’s ‘Body of Work’
The legendary talk-show host but only occasional actor inspires, humors crowd during Arlington tribute.
