Kristina Ackermann

January 29, 2003

Solar Panels To Empower Local Showgrounds

By Kristina Ackermann

Earl Warren Showgrounds will be getting a solar power makeover this February. The state-owned facility is set to install 8,000 photovoltaic panels, which will generate enough electricity to power the entire venue.

January 29, 2003

Kiteboarders May Ride Waves To New Rules

By Kristina Ackermann

The sport of kiteboarding -riding a board similar to a surfboard or wakeboard while holding on to a line attached to a large kite, which pulls the rider through the water- has become increasingly popular at East and Lead...

January 23, 2003

Weekend Burglars Invade I.V.

By Kristina Ackermann

Once again the holiday weekend proved to be an opportunity for thieves and vandals to run amok.

January 23, 2003

By Kristina Ackermann

Officers patrolling the 6600 block of DP saw a 19-year-old man walk out from behind a dumpster holding a paint marker. Since there was no hopscotch court in sight, the officers assumed the paint marker was not used for b...

January 22, 2003

Supervisors, Advocates Push for Comprehensive Report

By Kristina Ackermann

A motion by 3rd District Supervisor Gail Marshall to accept one - and only one - environmental impact report (EIR) for the pending development of the Naples area of the Gaviota Coast was unanimously supported by the rest...

January 21, 2003

SB Holds Anti-War March, Rally

By Kristina Ackermann

The protest -- Peace Congress 2003 -- began with a march down State Street, which was closed to automobiles, and culminated with an outdoor festival, including speakers and live music in Alameda Plaza.

January 16, 2003

Group Renews Efforts for County Split

By Kristina Ackermann

The Citizens for County Organization filed a notice of intention with the county clerk-recorder yesterday to circulate petitions and gather the necessary signatures to put the split on the ballot.

January 14, 2003

2002: The Year in Marijuana

By Kristina Ackermann

Canada and England are leading the way to decriminalization while the United States remains reluctant to accept medicinal uses of the currently illegal drug.

January 9, 2003

County Asks South Coast Not to Put Electronics to Waste

By Kristina Ackermann

he Solid Waste and Utilities Division of the Santa Barbara County Public Works Dept. will be holding a collection of electronic equipment for the South Coast.

January 9, 2003

Panel Focuses on I.V. Housing Improvements

By Kristina Ackermann

The PAC/GPAC was formed in September 2001 to review the proposed I.V. master plan, which was developed by Opticos Design. The plan includes improvements to I.V.'s sidewalks, streets, housing and parking.

January 8, 2003

Sheriff Arrests SB Judge for DUI

By Kristina Ackermann

Superior Court Judge Diana Hall is facing charges for driving under the influence of alcohol after being arrested on Dec. 21 with a blood alcohol level of .18, more than twice the legal limit.

December 5, 2002

I.V. Residents Report Holiday Destruction

By Kristina Ackermann

Thanksgiving break is one of the most opportune times of the year for vandals and thieves, and this year was no different. Two incidents of vandalism were reported to the Isla Vista Foot Patrol over the holiday weekend.

November 26, 2002

Hemp Producers, DEA Face Off in Court

By Kristina Ackermann

Hempwise and other organizations that sell products containing hemp will be able to stay in business for now, pending an expected victory in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.

November 14, 2002

Bill Works to Bring Back Bus

By Kristina Ackermann

An Isla Vista institution will soon be on the road again, but it may have some competition. Bill Singer, owner and operator of the popular Bill's Bus service, has filed for a new permit and expects to resume operations w...

November 1, 2002

County Safety Audit Requires Venoco to Upgrade Facilities

By Kristina Ackermann

Santa Barbara County's Energy Division and the Systems Safety and Reliability Review Commission have successfully conducted an audit of Venoco Energy Company's Ellwood Onshore Facility, Ellwood Marine Terminal and Platfo...

October 28, 2002