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Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 19, 2013 reads comments
Pros & Cons of Amgen - Who really benefits from the bicycle races that come through town? 1972 51
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 09, 2013 reads comments
Biking to Work - Why would anyone who lives within ten miles of their workplace choose to use a car rather than a bike to get to work? 1893 73
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 08, 2013 reads comments
"Gentlemen, start your engines, please!" NOT! - What is with people sitting in their cars in parking lots with their engines running? 1564 42
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 30, 2013 reads comments
Support Earl Warren Show Grounds - To those who are concerned about the music, please be kind and let the Board of Directors continue to save Earl Warren Showground. 2081 60
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 19, 2013 reads comments
Best Bet for this Weekend - Neal Graffy discusses Santa Barbara's American Film Studio and a film you should see. 1031 5
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 15, 2013 reads comments
If It 'Aint Broke... - A reader wonders if these particular County Parks funds are being wisely spent. [pic] 2115 28
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 13, 2013 reads comments
Response to Dudley - Joyce Dudley released a statement immediately following her determination to dismiss the case against my client [Tony DeNunzio]. 2157 68
Local Bees in Danger - A subscriber discusses the California Department of Food and Agriculture's planned Pesticide application in Goleta. 1841 57
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 10, 2013 reads comments
Dispatch Runaround - A subscriber caught two teens applying graffiti and called dispatch but got the runaround. 2019 47
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 08, 2013 reads comments
Funk Zone Artwork - Riding my bike along Yannonali I find another artist taking it upon himself to spray paint over artwork. 1967 21
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 07, 2013 reads comments
Organ Donation - An Edhat subscriber urges fellow Good Samaritans to become organ donors. 899 13
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 06, 2013 reads comments
Santa Barbara Graffiti Solution - An Edhat subscriber is back with another controversial Op-Ed on Santa Barbara graffiti. 1543 54
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 05, 2013 reads comments
Alcohol, Cars and Marijuana Dispensaries - An Edhat subscriber reflects on the ethical state of Santa Barbara. 1730 45
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 26, 2013 reads comments
Leaf Blower Op-Ed Response - A recent Op-Ed regarding gas powered leaf blowers earned a response from Santa Barbara's Mayor, Helene Schneider. 2264 47
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 19, 2013 reads comments
DeNunzio Case - Darryl Genis writes an open letter to District Attorney Joyce Dudley regarding the Tony DeNunzio case. 2339 62
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 16, 2013 reads comments
Lake Cachuma Adventure - A reader shares a recent adventure to Lake Cachuma. [pics] 1248 6
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 04, 2013 reads comments
Sexually Violent Predators - District Attorney Joyce Dudley defines the term "Sexually Violent Predator." 1155 24
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 01, 2013 reads comments
Law Enforcement: What Does It Take? - A subscriber writes an Op-Ed asking Mayor Helene Schneider what it takes to get a law enforced in Santa Barbara. 2755 99
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 15, 2013 reads comments
Animal Control Laws - A subscriber reflects on the animal control laws of dog on dog violence. 1520 50
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 03, 2013 reads comments
Just Between Us - Since 2009, my wife, Lorrie Hull Smithers, and I have been co-producers and co-hosts of the Santa Barbara Channel 17 television program "Just Between Us!" 1588 13
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jan 31, 2013 reads comments
Massive Honeybee Die Off in Montecito - The Santa Barbara Beekeepers Association warns the community of a massive honeybee die off in Montecito. 4225 27
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jan 30, 2013 reads comments
Recycling Centers - Mark Bandurraga is curious about the possibility of local recycling fraud. 1843 28
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jan 23, 2013 reads comments
Billy, The Dead Dog - Dan Seibert responds to the Independent article regarding the dog that was recently shot and killed. [pics] 5182 65
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Dec 20, 2012 reads comments
It's All About Public Safety - Santa Barbara District Attorney Joyce Dudley writes about public safety in our local community. 1105 28
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Nov 28, 2012 reads comments
Smart Meters - A subscriber discusses what the recent smart meters are capable of. 2469 46
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Nov 16, 2012 reads comments
Camino Cielo Shooting Range - A subscriber stumbles across the Camino Cielo shooting range and the trash that has accumulated. 3181 66
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Oct 24, 2012 reads comments
America's Underwater Treasures Celebrate 40 Years - Forty years ago this week, Congress passed the Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act of 1972, later named the National Marine Sanctuaries Act, and established National Marine Sanctuary System. 1100 4
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Oct 17, 2012 reads comments
Save Public Tennis at Las Positas! - A subscriber encourages citizens to support the effort to save the Las Positas Public Tennis Courts. 1323 20
Search and Rescue Costs - A subscriber shares their point of view on the cost of Santa Barbara Search and Rescue efforts. 1644 41
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Oct 10, 2012 reads comments
The Climbing Tree - An Edhat subscriber expresses her feelings towards the Parks Department trimming trees on the Wilcox Property. 1701 41
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Oct 03, 2012 reads comments
Westar Project - A subscriber is informing the community about a new housing development near Storke and Hollister. 1832 46
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Sep 27, 2012 reads comments
Tin Cup for Adult Ed? - A subscriber discusses the pink slips and funding for SBCC Adult Ed classes. 1361 28
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Sep 25, 2012 reads comments
Montecito Creek on East Valley Road - Citizens pay for rescuing steelhead and pumping water into dewatered hot springs creek while water company lies about how much water they are diverting. [pics] 2175 29
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Sep 19, 2012 reads comments
Noise Goes Both Ways - A subscriber responds to the earlier Op-Ed regarding noise complaints and describes how noise complaints go both ways. 2321 46
Noise at the Bowl - In a town where cops can ticket you for excessive noise if they hear your car stereo from across the street, how can it possibly be justified for a live concert to be so loud? 2259 28
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Sep 15, 2012 reads comments
AMGEN Caifornia Coast Classic Bicycle Tour - Marie Mancilla reminds us that the AMGEN Caifornia Coast Classic Bicycle Tour is coming through Santa Barbara tomorrow and hopes there will be lots of pictures shared on Edhat. 1419 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 29, 2012 reads comments
Das Williams on SB1530 - Das Williams writes in his explanation of the SB 1530 vote in an Edhat exclusive. 1629 34
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 21, 2012 reads comments
Goleta Office Buildings - Does anyone else think building another office building on Hollister and Los Carneros is excessive? There is open office space all over Goleta. 1392 43
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 19, 2012 reads comments
Memorial Service - A subscriber reports that residents of Santa Barbara may notice some unusual sights and sounds in the foothills above the San Roque neighborhood. 3047 8
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 18, 2012 reads comments
Whole Foods Employees Smoking On Hitchcock - A reader finds the litter and pollution from Whole Foods' employee's cigarette breaks irritating. 2353 60
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 12, 2012 reads comments
Ohh the Olympics - An Edhat subscriber discusses why she is an official Olympic junkie. 1156 9
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 09, 2012 reads comments
Oh-hi-Oh - A subscriber compares her recent stay in Ohio to Santa Barbara. 1392 10
Mandated Reporters - Santa Barbara District Attorney Joyce Dudley has released a statement explaining who mandated reporters are and what roles they must fulfill. 1300 5
Chick-fil-A - Santa Barbara Mayor, Helene Schneider, shares her thoughts regarding the Chick-fil-A controversy. 2103 50
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Aug 03, 2012 reads comments
Spelling and Grammar - The difference between "your" and "you're" can be quite confusing. Luckily John Dell is here to teach us some simple solutions to grammatical errors. 2388 78
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 20, 2012 reads comments
Kirsten Dunst as a Bridesmaid - Richard Mineards reports on actress Kirsten Dunst in Santa Barbara last weekend as a bridesmaid. 2902 20
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 19, 2012 reads comments
Missed The Target - Rodenticide exposure is becoming a nuisance not just to the poison's intended victims, but also to apex predators. 1441 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 17, 2012 reads comments
Voters Beware! - A subscriber shares their opinion regarding tomorrow's vote by the San Ynez High School Board to approve Superintendent Paul Turnbull's contract. 1258 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 15, 2012 reads comments
The Brown Pelican Crisis - A combination of a good breeding season and low fish numbers are really hurting the juvenile Brown Pelican population all over California, and especially here in Santa Barbara County. 1050 3
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 13, 2012 reads comments
An Assist Toward Justice - A reader wants to know if there is a group or organization that helps families when the Sheriff's Office and DA refuse to do their job. 1864 41
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 12, 2012 reads comments
Fairview Closure - An Edhatter brings up concerns of the Fairview Exit closure submitted by Caltrans. 1730 17
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jul 04, 2012 reads comments
Painted Cave Fire Recap - A local firefighter sheds some light on the history of the Painted Cave Fire. 2330 25
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 30, 2012 reads comments
Creative Sand - An Edhatter shares how he was able to persevere through his own creative work in the sand. [pics] 1428 14
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 24, 2012 reads comments
Toro Canyon Park - A subscriber expresses their views on Toro Park Canyon and the employment of park rangers in SB County. 1895 12
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 23, 2012 reads comments
The SBPD and the Sting - A reader shares their views on recent sting operations conducted by S.B.P.D. 2139 48
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 21, 2012 reads comments
Bird Refuge Stench - It is becoming apparent that this is going to be a really bad year for the bird refuge because it's only June and it already smells really bad. If we all start emailing and calling, then maybe something will happen. 1050 19
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 10, 2012 reads comments
Another Blow to the Poorest Amongst Us - A reader reports that much needed funding for the Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics' mental health programs have been cut. 1083 26
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 07, 2012 reads comments
Earth Friendly Lights - How do Edhatters dispose of their dead "earth-friendly" light bulbs? 1237 34
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jun 06, 2012 reads comments
MADD 32 Years Later - Ann Ostrowsky offers an account of her 32 year battle against drunk drivers in light of the recent DUI tragedy. 1510 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 31, 2012 reads comments
Financial Elder Abuse - District Attorney Joyce Dudley warns the community of new financial scams against the senior population. 1663 17
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 26, 2012 reads comments
In Vietnam, Close Encounters of the Snake Kind - Ken Williams wrote a narrative about his experience in the Vietnam War and his close encounters with the snake kind. Read about it here. 1609 9
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 24, 2012 reads comments
99 cent deals? - A 99 cent store is coming to State Street but some people are apprehensive. [pic] 2444 44
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 23, 2012 reads comments
Entrepreneurial Training Improvement Act of 2012 - Lois Capps introduced legislation to help increase the availability of self-employment training programs for local entrepreneurs and small businesses. 1609 13
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 22, 2012 reads comments
Chromatic Gate Restoration - The SBC Arts Commission is pleased to announce significant progress in its efforts to raise necessary funding to restore the Chromatic Gate. 977 4
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 17, 2012 reads comments
Moving Damages - A subscriber is currently seeking advice from Edhat readers regarding damages caused by a moving company. 1058 9
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 15, 2012 reads comments
SBCC & School Districts Promote Success - Dr. Jack Friedlander, SBCC Acting Superintendent/President, has written an editorial piece about a new collaboration between the college and the K-12 school districts. 973 10
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 10, 2012 reads comments
Citrus Greening - Have you noticed in the past few years citrus trees that have a funky disfiguring leaf disease that happens on new growth? Rose Keppler discusses "Citrus Greening." 1153 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 09, 2012 reads comments
Solutions for Neighborhood Problems with Cottage - Dana Schorr recently wrote a letter of complaint to the City Council regarding the issues many are having with Cottage Hospital. Now she shares a letter of solutions. 1588 51
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 07, 2012 reads comments
Direction of California - Based on the course our lawmakers are taking, we are running out of opportunities to turn the SS California away from waters that will surely sink us. 1831 37
Articles from Daily Newsletter on May 01, 2012 reads comments
Letter to City Council: Cottage Hospital Review - Dana Schorr attended the public meeting on Cottage Hospital and responds with an open letter to the Mayor and City Council. 1384 20
Bemoaning the Waste of Unwanted Furniture - On a morning walk, a subscriber noticed unwanted furniture being wasted. Do readers have any suggestions on how to change the system? 2065 23
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 26, 2012 reads comments
Connell Announces She Will Not Seek Re-Election - Margaret Connell announced that she will not seek re-election to the Goleta City Council this November. 725 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 21, 2012 reads comments
Capps Statement on Earth Day - Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released a statement in recognition of Earth Day, which falls on Sunday, April 22. 1153 8
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 19, 2012 reads comments
Central Coast Harbor Dredging Projects - Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of a bipartisan measure based on legislation she helped introduce last year to keep our harbors dredged. 1317 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 09, 2012 reads comments
San Marcos Madrigals Sing to Victory - Spring is in the air, meaning the San Marcos High School Vocal Department is receiving rave reviews during the spring music festival season.[pic] 1068 2
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 08, 2012 reads comments
Leadbetter Beach, The Fair-Haired Stepchild - Montgomery Miller wrote an email to Lois Capps about Leadbetter Beach and tourism. He would like to share it with readers for their comments and responses. 1508 30
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Apr 03, 2012 reads comments
New Currency - At a time when the federal and state governments are failing all segments of education in terms of their lack of adequate funding, SBCC will not fail its students. 1034 3
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 31, 2012 reads comments
Statement on Babatunde Folayemi - Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement in response to the passing of Babatunde Folayemi. 1062 3
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 30, 2012 reads comments
Watch Out Before You Get Out - A reader wonders why people are so careless getting out of their parked cars. 1736 21
Mayor Statement on Babatunde Folayemi - Santa Barbara Mayor Helene Schneider issued the following statement upon hearing the news of the passing of Babatunde Folayemi. 1560 20
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 28, 2012 reads comments
Memories at the Angler Center - Boyd Grant shares some of his favorite memories from his time at the Angler Center. 1166 2
$1 Million to Support Homeless Veterans on Coast - Lois Capps announced that public housing authorities on the Central Coast have been awarded nearly $1 million to supply permanent housing for homeless veterans in the Tri-Counties. 1034 25
SB Channelkeeper Settles Lawsuit with the City - SB Channelkeeper announced today that it has signed an agreement with the City of Santa Barbara to settle the lawsuit it filed against the City last year. 1078 1
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 25, 2012 reads comments
Save the Trees - The Isla Vista Recreation and Parks Department is in the process of cutting down every single Eucalyptis tree in every park in town, writes Kelly Ann Pritchard. Help, please! 1731 45
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 24, 2012 reads comments
Delaying Tactics - A subscriber is hoping to rally SCE consumers to just say NO to smart meters. [pic] 1555 49
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 22, 2012 reads comments
Capps Highlights Health Benefits for Young People - Ahead of the new health care reform law's two year anniversary, Lois Capps highlighted benefits from the law for young people on the Central Coast. 754 13
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 21, 2012 reads comments
Capps Highlights Health Reform Benefits for Locals - Ahead of the new health care reform law's two year anniversary, Lois Capps highlighted benefits to women in California's 23rd Congressional District. 968 29
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 17, 2012 reads comments
Suicide Barriers Finished on Cold Springs Bridge - After more than five years of discussion and debate, suicide prevention barriers have been finished on the Cold Springs Arch Bridge. 1533 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 14, 2012 reads comments
Crosswalk Crossness - The recent police crosswalk stings don't seem to have had much of an effect, at least not at the Alan Road crosswalk on Cliff Drive. 1315 28
CAC of SB Awarded $5.2 Million Grant - Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that the Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara has been awarded a nearly $5.2 million grant. 1141 18
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 13, 2012 reads comments
Capps Encourages Students to Enter Art Competition - Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) is inviting local high school students to submit art pieces for the annual Congressional Art competition. 999 3
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Mar 10, 2012 reads comments
Capps Statement on the Passing of Selma Rubin - Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released a statement in response to the passing of Selma Rubin. 1133 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 28, 2012 reads comments
Funds to Improve State Growth and Transportation - The CA Transportation Commission has allocated $253 million in new funding to 30 projects that will improve the state's transportation system, including areas on SLO and SB. 863 1
Opinons on Smart Meters - Any opinions on the new Southern California Edison Smart Meters? 1591 54
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 25, 2012 reads comments
Wait a Minute - A thread about renaming the Santa Barbara Airport terminal brings to mind another local naming incident -- one that seems to have been done quickly and quietly. 2013 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 24, 2012 reads comments
Lakey's Adventures Down Under - Lakey Peterson's mom shares stories from her daughter's surfing tour. [pics] 1899 5
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 23, 2012 reads comments
$200,000 Federal Grant to Santa Barbara City FD - Lois Cappps announced that the SBC Fire Department has received a $193,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. 1128 31
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 22, 2012 reads comments
Goodland Coalition Signature Drive - The Goodland Coalition announced a signature drive to place the Goleta Heritage Farmlands Initiative on the November 2012 ballot. 1284 5
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 19, 2012 reads comments
Santa Barbara - Athens of America - A subscriber thinks Santa Barbara is very much like the "the 21st Century improved version of 'Athens of America.'" And here's why. 1368 16
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 16, 2012 reads comments
Capps Works to Protect Coastal Waters - Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) worked to protect sensitive coastal waters off the South and Central Coast from new offshore drilling. 2754 24
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 14, 2012 reads comments
Lois Capps' Campaign on Abel Maldonado - Jeff Millman, Lois Capps' campaign spokesperson, has released a statement about Abel Maldonado. 1824 22
Clear the Air - Barbie Deutsch would like to clarify information regarding Abel Maldonado, Chris Mitchum, and Lois Capps. 1273 10
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 13, 2012 reads comments
Capps to Discuss Ag in SBC - Tomorrow Lois Capps meets with the UC Cooperative Extension Service staff in Santa Maria to discuss how ag in SBC has benefited from federal Farm Bill programs. 1087 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 09, 2012 reads comments
Frank Hotchkiss Takes a Stand - Frank Hotchkiss wants you to know where he stands on Mayor Schneider's proposed ballot measures. 1316 38
Critical Funding Allocated For Flood Protection - Congresswoman Capps announced that $6.089 million in federal funding will be used to complete construction of an additional section of the Santa Maria River Levee. 916 add
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 08, 2012 reads comments
Pedestrian Right of Way - Pedestrians, watch your back if you try to cross with the "Walk" signal at the Calle Real and La Cumbre stoplight. 1966 22
Capps Affirms Prop 8 is Unconstitutional - Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit's 2-1 opinion upholding that Prop 8 is unconstitutional. 1229 59
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 07, 2012 reads comments
Catalytic Theft - Dan Seibert discusses some concerns about a catalytic converter thief on the run. 970 7
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jan 25, 2012 reads comments
Closure Ordinance - On February 1st and 2nd district Santa Barbara County Planning Commission is scheduled for a hearing on the Closure Ordinance for Mobile Home Parks. 985 12
Articles from Daily Newsletter on Jan 17, 2012 reads comments
The Bridge as We Know It - Montgomery Miller shares some of the last images taken of the Cold Spring Bridge before this week's construction and gives his take on the controversy of it all. 1966 35
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