Mystery Props
A Voter's Guide to Two Low-Profile Measures on the June Ballot
A voter’s guide to two low-profile measures on the June ballot Read story.
When Dogs Attack
Canine Teeth
Eye on Isla Vista recounts experiences with dogs who terrorize humans and other dogs, and owners who seem to feel no remorse. Read story.
One Tyke, One Teen
Seven Years Between Siblings
By the time I emerged from the light but still unpleasantly wet mist of 1st-grader care it was too late to have children who would ever want to ride the ... Read story.
Milo Greene’s Gaining Steam
L.A. Rockers Return to S.B., Headline SOhO Restaurant & Music Club on May 17
The Los Angeles rockers continue their climb with a new tour and a Santa Barbara stop on Thursday, May 17. Read story.
Picking up Face Reading
It's Complicated
Some Hindu scriptures and also Aristotle talk about face reading. Read story.
Life in the Unincorporated Zone
Not Just Anolther Link in the Chain
All in all, I’m pretty happy to be in a little town/community/whatever that is both independent and without governance. Read story.
Nature Deficit Disorder
A Sense of Place
The social and cultural aspects of the "denaturing effect" are dramatic. Read story.
Our Dueling Mayors
They Know Which Fork to Use
Boss Daley didn't need fancy-dancy cheating mailers to run Chicago for 21 years. He cheated the old-fashioned way. Read story.
Think Like a Dog
How Poor People Caused the Recession, What We Shouldn't Do About It
How poor people caused the recession and what we shouldn't do about it. Read story.
Fringe Beat
KCSB at 50
Free-form radio at UCSB turns a half century. Read story.
Love Thy Critter
Celebrate “Be Kind to Animals Week”
The American Humane Association has been celebrating “Be Kind to Animals Week” since 1915. Read story.
Communication for Healing
Good Talk!
Pet Psychic's Aussie describes what makes him feel better. Read story.
Up Close with Access Energy Success Stories
Among Ailments Treated by Access Energy at the Body Therapy Institute Are Addiction, OCD, Depression, and Pain
Among ailments treated by access energy at the Body Therapy Institute are addiction, OCD, depression, and pain. Read story.
Rocky Ridge Off-Trail Scramble
Not Recommended
Viewed from Santa Barbara, the rounded "peak" east of La Cumbre is a chaotic jumble of large pink and tan boulders with a few gorgeous conifers mixed in. Read story.
Bishop García Diego
The Only Bishop to Ever Call Santa Barbara Home
Founded in 1959, Bishop García Diego High School was named after California’s first Roman Catholic bishop. Read story.
Gone Too Soon
S.B. High Athlete Tony Gilbert Named to Hall of Fame 30 Years After His Death
Tony Gilbert blossomed as an athlete in his senior year (1977-78) at Santa Barbara High, when he made spectacular catches in football and won two individual CIF championships in track ... Read story.
Birds, Bats, and Bugs
A Garden’s Little Helpers
In the effort to combat garden insect pests, there is a cadre of carnivores ready to rush to the chore. Read story.
What's New in Goleta?
Here is a list of five recent construction projects and Goleta Grapevine's humble evaluation of them. Read story.
In Defense of Philosophy
Can Science Now Answer the Most Essential of Philosophical Questions?
Philosophy has come under attack by various scientists in recent years, generally because, well, they just don’t get it. Read story.
Pedaling Your Way
Fit Your Frame
Remember, only you know how you feel on your bike. You're the ultimate expert! Read story.
You Can Be Part of the 1 Percent
Joining the Elite Is Possible, If You Really Want To
Which route would you choose? To an economist, the answer is obvious. Read story.





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