State agencies and prominent community members discuss Sable at town hall

April 1, 2025 by and

Senator Monique Limón and Assembly Member Gregg Hart hosted a town hall to share information on the restart of the Santa Ynez Unit by Sable Offshore.
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IVCSD purchases $50,000 of Co-op memberships for community members

March 22, 2025 by

IVCSD purchased $50,000 in shares of the Isla Vista Food Cooperative in an attempt to reduce parking congestion in Isla Vista.
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Forum gives faculty insight on how to support undocumented students

March 8, 2025 by

Faculty Equity Advisors and Associate Deans of DEI hosted a forum on immigration, where faculty discussed ways to support undocumented students. 
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Jewish Voice for Peace SB protests dance company’s performance for financial ties to Israel

March 7, 2025 by and

Jewish Voice for Peace protested an Israeli dance company's performance due to its financial backing from Israeli politicians, among other private sources.
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IVCSD opposes Sable Pipeline, discusses progress on health vending machine

March 6, 2025 by

IVCSD unanimously approved a resolution opposing the oil company Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart the Las Flores Pipeline System.
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IVCSD Term in Review: Ela Schulz

February 28, 2025 by

Ela Schulz concluded her term as a board director of IVCSD in December 2024 after serving for two years, where she helped improve public safety in Isla Vista.
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SBC allocates $7.2 million to improve bike, pedestrian infrastructure in I.V.

February 20, 2025 by

The County of Santa Barbara Public Works unveiled a $7.2 million plan to enhance bike and pedestrian infrastructure in Isla Vista.
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SBIFF 2025: Zoe Saldaña honored with American Riviera Award

February 20, 2025 by and

The American Riviera Award is given for outstanding achievement in American film. Saldaña received the award for her role in “Emilia Pérez.” 
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Budget for Spring Festival increased for on-site medical services, ‘sobering center’ as Deltopia alternative

February 14, 2025 by

IVCSD approved a $80,000 budget increase for the Spring Festival, a community festival meant to provide an alternative space during Deltopia
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(Not an) AITO: Can you find love in Isla Vista?

February 13, 2025 by and

Finding love in Isla Vista: Yes you can! By Kira Logan I know, I know. Yes, I’m talking about the same Isla Vista that is seemingly infested with almost every non-committal person to walk the earth....
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SBIFF 2025: Animation Panel highlights vision behind Academy Award Nominees

February 11, 2025 by

The panel featured “Inside Out 2” director Kelsey Mann, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl” director and creator Nick Park, “The Wild Robot” director Chris Sanders and “Flow” direc...
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IVCSD approves budget for new tree distribution program

February 6, 2025 by

The Isla Vista Community Services District approved the budget for a new tree planting pilot program at their Jan. 28 meeting.
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Over 300 people protest I.C.E. operations in Santa Barbara

February 4, 2025 by and

Roughly 300 people gathered at Milpas Street to protest against ICE operations and express solidarity with the undocumented community of Santa Barbara. 
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Beabadoobee look-alike contest winners make the ‘Perfect Pair’

January 31, 2025 by

SEA-U hosted a Beabadoobee look-alike competition on Jan. 25. 15 look-alikes competed as part of a nationwide trend of celebrity look-alike contests. 
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Youtopia brings fix-it fair, affordable clothing to I.V.

January 31, 2025 by

Youtopia was held on Jan. 24 from 11-4 p.m. at the I.V. Community Center and People’s Park, featuring vendors with vintage clothing and a fix-it fair.
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