Issue 7, Volume 89 2008-2009
Flower Guy Gets Fresh Start in I.V.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The floral oasis that once brightened the foyer of the University Center is no more.
New Law Shields UC Scientists
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed UC-backed legislation into law this weekend, tacking several provisions designed to shield researchers from anti-science violence onto existing state statute.
CHP Issues DUI to Actor
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Actress Heather Locklear was arrested on Saturday, Sept. 28 in Montecito for driving while under the influence of a controlled substance.
Transport Tax Returns to Ballot
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The fate of road improvement projects across the county is in the hands of registered voters this November, when a half-cent sales tax for transportation projects will be up for renewal.
Cops Make Arrest for Explosive
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
After further investigation into the gang-related shootings that took place Saturday night, the Santa Barbara Police Dept. arrested one man believed to have been involved in the altercation.
Club To Hold Rally for Snow Enthusiasts
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
To kick off the new year, the Ski and Snowboard Club will hold its annual rally tonight in Storke Plaza.
3rd District Candidates To Host Forum
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
With the November election only about a month away, local politicians are giving the public a chance to become familiar with their views at a series of free nonpartisan forums this week.
Representing the 23rd District
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Wednesday Hump
A Walk Down Dirty-Talk Lane
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Nader's Speech Opens Minds
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Readers' Voice
Readers Come to Isla Vista's Defense
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Readers' Voice
Readers Come to Isla Vista's Defense
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Readers' Voice
Readers Come to Isla Vista's Defense
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Readers' Voice
Readers Come to Isla Vista's Defense
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Readers Come to Isla Vista's Defense
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Men's Soccer
SoCal Powerhouses Collide
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
For the most part, UCSB and UCLA have a very lopsided history. The Bruins have dominated the Gauchos year in and year out and boast a 30-2 series record. Based on that statistic alone, one might think Santa Barbara men's soccer could be in for a rough time when they head down to Westwood on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.
Words of Wisdom
How Playing It Smart Made Football Boring
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
I miss the chaos of football. I miss fake punts, double reverses and play-action bombs on first down. Remember watching football in the '90s? Remember how much better it was? Any given punt could very well be blocked, faked or otherwise botched. Hell, when was the last time you saw someone rough the kicker?
Armchair QB
Armchair QB
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Raiders owner Al Davis fired head coach Lane Kiffin on Tuesday. For those of you keeping score at home, that's four different coaches in six terrible years. The only constant is you, Al.
Escape From I.V. - The Extreme Edition
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Editor's note: Jimmy Fremgen, the "Escape from I.V." columnist, really escaped - to London. He will be writing a weekly online column, "Escape from I.V.: Extreme Edition," documenting his foreign adventures.
The Health Column
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
It's only the first week of school, but do you feel it? Papers, phone calls, parties, midterms, mothers, mistakes, boyfriends, girlfriends, bi-friends, friendships, roommates, mixing, working, charging, paying bills, rushing, Facebook, religion, drugs, dads, exercising, identifying, judging, applying, sleeping, eating and... living. It's a lot.
The Wheels of the Bus
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Well, summer is officially over. The kids have roared back into Isla Vista and taken over the dorms. Flocks of students are patronizing the various restaurants on Pardall Road and Embarcadero del Mar, cars are lining the streets as far as the eye can see and suddenly the neighborhood is feeling a little bit crowded.