Water Water Everywhere
Sands Beach was closed earlier in the week due to water toxicity. For surfers from southern California, this is not surprising – beaches down here usually close when it rains because of all the city filth that gets washed into the ocean.
The Artful Dodger: Reducing Rain-Induced Road Rage
The recent downpours have reminded me that Californians have a tendency to drive like assholes during rain. It’s bizarre, really. Toss a small amount of water onto the road and far too many Californians will revert to the driving habits of 16-year-olds taking their first behind-the-wheel test.
Legal Costs Erode Fight for Bluffs
Tenants at 6701 Del Playa Dr. will be moving out at the end of this month, following their landlord’s decision to end his costly legal battle with Santa Barbara County building officials.
Don’t Put Faith in Capitalism Without Seeing Its Flaws
Fundamentalists scare me. Not because I believe what they have to say, but because they believe what they have to say.
Morris Defends A.S. Office With Review of Positive Record
In an interview Tuesday, Associated Students President Cervin Morris said that calls for his resignation are premature, and that he continues to perform the duties and responsibilities of his office.
Defending His Throne: The A.S. President Decides to Speak Out
I have sat back for many weeks and read numerous front-page articles and opinion columns concerning myself, and the alleged incident that occurred on Nov. 12, 2004. Although I am unable to comment on my legal situation, due to the fact that there are criminal charges pending, I have decided that it is necessary for me to write to those who are willing to listen.
Ferry Companies Help Relieve SoCal Commuter Crisis
Inspired by the number of people stranded by recent mudslides, Santa Barbara-based Truth Aquatics has partnered with Ventura’s Island Packers Cruises to ferry stranded residents between the two cities.
Students Talk Rent, Roomies at Info Session
Students venturing away from the comforts of the residence halls and into the independent world of renting got advice and direction last night at an informational meeting organized by the Community Housing Office (CHO).
Brunch in Buchanan
Lately people have been leaving little surprises for me under the seat in lecture: uncapped soda bottles, half-empty cups of coffee, etc.
SB Continues Southbound
It was a tale of two halves in Starkville, Miss. last night, as the Gauchos fell at the hands of the Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs 69-62 in a nonconference bout. Down by 21 points at halftime, Santa Barbara (5-7, 3-1 Big West) returned from the locker room to give the Bulldogs a reason to sweat.