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Hot, Breezy Days Increase Fire Risk

October 15, 2008 by

With high temperatures, strong Santa Ana winds and low humidity levels creating a perfect storm of conditions for brushfires around Santa Barbara County, local firefighters are increasing their forces...
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SB Boards May Grind to Halt

October 14, 2008 by

Following an onslaught of safety complaints, the university will host a meeting to discuss the future of skateboarding on campus.
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Local Police Investigate I.V. Stabbing

October 14, 2008 by

A man was stabbed in Isla Vista this weekend in an altercation the Isla Vista Foot Patrol says may have been gang-related. The stabbing, which occurred on the corner of Del Playa Drive and Camino Pes...
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Horowitz Ad Denounces Jihad

October 14, 2008 by

The David Horowitz Freedom Center has placed another ad linking the Muslim Student Association to terrorist networks in today's issue of the Daily Nexus.
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I.V. Video Rental Store To Close

October 14, 2008 by

Emerald Video - Isla Vista's only movie rental store - will be closing up shop this December. With decreased demand for video rentals and fewer customers due to construction connected with the I.V. M...
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Board Remains Unsure on Naples

October 14, 2008 by

The fate of the Naples coast remains unknown after a marathon meeting of the County Board of Supervisors ended without a vote yesterday. Approximately 70 concerned citizens signed up for public commen...
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Feminist Studies Expands Program

October 14, 2008 by

After receiving final approval from the university, the Dept. of Feminist Studies unveiled plans for its new graduate program late last month.
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Park Officials Make Compromise

October 14, 2008 by

Local preservationists and developers alike gathered to celebrate the opening of the San Marcos Foothills Preserve last week.
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A.S. Allots Funds to Groups

October 14, 2008 by

In a two-and-a-half-hour meeting last night, the Associated Students Finance Board dispensed $10,692.20 to six clubs. The board fully funded requests from Students Stopping Rape and Students Teachi...
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Voters To Decide Fate of I.V. Parks

October 13, 2008 by

A measure slated to appear on the upcoming November ballot has some locals up in arms about the possible destruction of Isla Vista's open spaces.
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Group Aids Kenya Village

October 13, 2008 by

After returning from a 10-day trip to Kenya, the UCSB chapter of Engineers Without Borders has dedicated itself to improving living conditions in a small East African village.
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New Eatery Caters to Students

October 13, 2008 by

A new restaurant opened its doors on Trigo Road this month, adding fresh ideas and delicious breakfast options to the Isla Vista dining scene.
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Author, Traveler Visits UCSB to Discuss Books

October 13, 2008 by

Acclaimed travel writer Paul Theroux regaled an audience at Campbell Hall yesterday evening with tales of his adventures as global journeyman.
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UC President Refuses to Sign Drinking Initiative

October 10, 2008 by

Over a hundred university chancellors and presidents nationwide have signed an initiative signaling their support of lowering the legal drinking age. A signature notably absent, however, is the one be...
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UCSB Nursery Needs Mending

October 10, 2008 by

The campus greenhouse is in a state of disrepair.
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