Issue 39, Volume 84 2003-2004
Firestone To Run for 3rd District
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
On Tuesday, Los Olivos vintner and former Republican Assemblyman Brooks Firestone announced his candidacy for county supervisor of the fractious 3rd District.
LAN Party To Offer Snacks, 'Hooking Up'
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
UCSB's Computer Gaming Club is holding its second local area network (LAN) party this Saturday, with a registration meeting today at 5 p.m. in the UCen Harbor Room.
I.V. Halloween Review Faults Visiting Revelers
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
The meeting, hosted by the Office of Student Life's Major Events Committee, was held Monday to discuss the results of Halloween festivities in Isla Vista and how UCSB can work with the Isla Vista community to make next year's revelry more safe.
March Honors Veterans' Service
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
Local veterans and peace activists marched through downtown Santa Barbara in recognition of those who have risked their lives in battle. Veterans for Peace held a rally and march on State Street on Tuesday with speeches by Congresswoman Lois Capps, City Councilman Babatunde Folayemi and veteran Laura Slattery.
Thunderbolt and Lightning, Very, Very Frightening
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
The Wednesday Hump
Dirty Talk, Happy Humping
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
People use a wide array of mechanisms to liven up their sexual experiences. From food in the bedroom, to sex toys, to dressing up in a big animal costume with a hole cut out for the genital areas, if you're truly seeking something different, you will most likely find it.
Sexy, Sinister Neo-Conservatives
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
I'm writing a romance novel about the neo-conservative takeover of the White House. Bubbling underneath all the exchanged glances over tables of power, the handshakes and smiles, there is raw emotion raging like a volcano about to erupt.
Carl's Jr. TV Ads Put Sleaze Into the Special Sauce
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
When you see a beautiful woman straddling a vibrating mechanical bull, what's the first idea that pops into your head? Is it, (a) the woman is training for a rodeo, (b) something related to sex, or (c) a big, juicy fast food burger?
Dancing Around a Dilemma: Lifelong Dreams in the Face of a New Major
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
Just over a month ago, I faced a decision that many of us as college students inevitably face at one point or another - the decision to change majors.
Men's Basketball
Judgment Day for Gauchos
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
A decision by the NCAA to determine the status of senior guard Nick Jones' season is expected today. After launching a probe on Jones' involvement in an unsanctioned summer league basketball team in Mexico, the NCAA will rule to either punish Jones for the rules violations or excuse the act as an innocent slip-up.
Men's Soccer
Santa Barbara To Play In Titanic Battle
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
The Gauchos play their last regular season home game tonight at Harder Stadium, and if all goes well, they should have at least one more in the postseason.
M. Water Polo: SB's MPSF Struggles Continue
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
The UCSB water polo team played hard against top-ranked USC at the UCSB RecCen pool on Sunday, but the Gauchos dropped a tight game 9-7. The Gauchos also lost on the road against #6 UC San Diego on Friday 11-6.
Strategery Is an Important Part of Governizing
Wednesday, November 12, 2003
Arnold hired a new press secretary, a woman named Thompson. Apparently she worked on Gee-Dub Bush's campaign as well. Strange hiring, I thought. Arnold seemed to have the avoiding questions routine mastered.