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The Dept of Homeland Security is so good at stopping Mexican drug traffickers from crossing into the U.S. by land, that SB is seeing rising number of panga boats.
updated 12:07 pm
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Those of us who drive the 101 between here and Ventura noticed how much smoother the roadway is after being re-surfaced. What sort of machinery did this?
updated 12:00 pm
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A subscriber took a walk in the harbor on this beautiful morning and watched the fishermen unloading the catch from overnight. [pics]
updated 11:04 am
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SBIFF: Santa Barbara's raw and developing film making talent was on display during the SB Shorts Program 2 at the Metro yesterday.
updated 10:56 am
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TEEN VOICE: In the teenage world, the biggest trend appears to be trends themselves.
updated 10:34 am
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Edhat is sad to report that we received the following press release from SBIFF regarding the passing of local filmmaker Mike DeGruy. Our condolences go out to his friends and family.
updated 10:14 am
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GARDEN OF ED: My hope with this blog entry is to help you make good plant selection choices that go beyond whether the plant has cool flowers or not.
updated 9:30 am
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NON-PROFIT OF THE WEEK: The Cambodian Photography Project is designed to empower children at Sunrise Children's Village by providing them with digital imaging and photography skills.
updated 9:15 am
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CAT OF THE WEEK: Our kitty, Tripper, hung out on the table under the tree throughout the holidays.
updated 9:00 am
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DOG OF THE WEEK: Here is Sequoya, she loves everyone and even gets along with her house cat, Buddy.
updated 9:00 am
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A lucky Edhat subscriber sent in this mouthwatering picture of their meal of Santa Barbara-caught lobster from Shellfish Co. on Stearn's Wharf. [pic]
updated 8:01 am
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Rachel Hoyt did a bit of research and read some statistics, and came up with these tips for Super Bowl dipsticks.
updated 8:00 am
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Santa Barbara Teen News Network's Garret Geyer was at the Virtuoso's Award at the Film Festival Friday night and got some great pictures on the red carpet.
updated 7:24 am
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The Indie Film Guru's article this week is part one of his Santa Barbara International Film Festival wrap-up.
updated 7:19 am
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Above the 101 by Sea Cliff, John Wiley says the "Olympic Flame" was especially brilliant from the air yesterday. [pics]
updated 7:05 am
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SBIFF: Last night the SB International Film Festival paid tribute to six actors whose performances in recent films won the hearts of viewers around the world.
updated 7:00 am
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Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 04, 2012 reads comments
Here is the Daily Edhat newsletter for 02/04/12 (02/04/12) 60 add
If owners of mobile home parks decide to close and sell their land, they will have to apply for a closure permit and could have to pay homeowners the market value for their units. (02/04/12) 220 5
SBIFF: The Santa Barbara International Film Festival presented the Virtuosos Award on Friday night at the Arlington Theater, and Edhat was on the red carpet. (02/04/12) 197 add
Starbucks logo sign is bigger than what other businesses were allowed. (02/04/12) 563 12
SBCC Continuing Education invites community members to attend any one of three scheduled forums in February to provide their input on the future direction for Continuing Education courses. (02/04/12) 53 add
Surprises about Planned Parenthood cancer testing. (02/04/12) 370 7
A reader asks whether anyone can share their experiences with Morton's Neuroma. (02/04/12) 447 7
Yesterday morning at the little market on Salinas and Old Coast highway a man on his bicycle was hit by a car and laying unconscious in the road. Does anyone know if he is ok? (02/04/12) 580 3
Please help with this brutal torture of our declining bobcats. These steel leg holds must become illegal nation wide. [vid] Caution: disturbing images. (02/04/12) 652 6
211 Strong Arm Robbery 921 State street suspect HMA black shirt, jeans South on State street, 50 years old thin build, glasses.. (02/04/12) 420 1
Santa Barbara County is hoping to spin more efficiency out of its sheriff's and fire helicopter program. (02/04/12) 131 1
Bunker New York will be conducting a Bunker ED film shoot in Santa Barbara on Friday, Feb. 10. (02/04/12) 156 add
A SB woman says she was among a group of students in 1990 who witnessed the odd behavior of a former Los Angeles teacher, arrested for felony molestation. (02/04/12) 512 8
SBC District Attorney, Joyce E. Dudley, will be a keynote speaker during the National District Attorneys Association annual conference in Washington D.C. (02/04/12) 202 2
These guys were fighting over the tide pool. [pics] (02/04/12) 1046 4
A Santa Maria man in his early 20s was found dead this morning in a car in a garage in the 300 block of South Russell Avenue. (02/04/12) 394 1
211 robbery, This occurred around noon near Quinto street, suspect dumped some of the booty in the New House 3 dumpster. Police captured the skunk. (02/04/12) 342 2
Steve McGovern went to the beach in Carpinteria and found about fifty seals on the shore. [pics] (02/04/12) 882 4
What's up on Hollister and Patterson? There's a big sign publicizing a labor dispute. (02/04/12) 846 29
Tove Otendal Rasmussen Graham died peacefully on January 27, 2012 at the age of 83 in Santa Maria, CA. (02/04/12) 192 add
Anyone know which place in downtown Santa Barbara has the best food specials, TVs, sound system for the Super Bowl? (02/04/12) 604 4
A project to grind and pave Hwy. 246 near Santa Ynez Valley High School will begin on Monday, Feb. 6. (02/04/12) 173 add
With plastic bags a hot issue these days, County officials are excited to announce a new way to recycle unwanted bags. (02/04/12) 1403 20
William FitzGerald (Bill), age 85, of Solvang, passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 29th in Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital after an extended illness. (02/04/12) 186 add
SBIFF: Skate gods descended on the Arlington last night and a throng of the devout emerged to greet them. (02/04/12) 629 1
Tonight's San Marcos vs. Santa Barbara Boys Basketball game is SOLD OUT. (02/04/12) 294 6
Roger has the scanner reports. FRYday - most people's favorite day of the week. (02/04/12) 519 2
Use this thread to share any info about today's commute. Slow? Fast? Accidents? Cool links you use to navigate the morning drive? (02/04/12) 137 2
SBIFF: Beginners teaches that no matter how old we grow or wise we get, new obstacles will always reminds us of the things we don't know. (02/04/12) 209 add

Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 03, 2012 reads comments
Here is the Daily Edhat newsletter for 02/03/12 (02/03/12) 160 add
After eight years of partnership, the Susan G. Komen Foundation has parted ways with Planned Parenthood. (02/03/12) 315 30
SBIFF: Jiro is the shogun of sushi; he's devoted to its perfection. (02/03/12) 413 2
211: Armed Robbery with a Gun. Ribera at University in Goleta. (02/03/12) 903 9
Lompoc pit bull sanctuary able to continue mission. (02/03/12) 205 4
Reward for information leading to suspects in New Year's hate crime increased to $7,500. (02/03/12) 140 1
The Santa Barbara Police Department will be conducting DUI Checkpoints in the City of Santa Barbara on Friday and Sunday. (02/03/12) 454 4
Injury traffic accident on 101 southbound near Las Positas, on ramps 2 cars. CHP says substantial injuries are involved. [pic] (02/03/12) 1576 20
SBCC students will receive a boost in their efforts for degree completion and transfer to four-year colleges or universities thanks to a $75,000 grant. [pic] (02/03/12) 384 1
Three Dos Pueblos Students have been identified as candidates for the United States Presidential Scholars Program. (02/03/12) 1066 1
Santa Barbara Police have written dozens of tickets as part of a crosswalk sting in three locations today. (02/03/12) 1374 39
The SBPD is asking the public for assistance with any information regarding recent vandalisms to ATMs and surrounding businesses in the Mesa area. (02/03/12) 454 13
SBIFF: Lucky is the story of a young boy, living in a small village in South Africa. After losing his mother to an unstated sickness, he ventures to the city to fulfill a promise to go to school and become successful. (02/03/12) 241 1
An Edhat subscriber discovered a few colorful treasures on a recent trip to Hendry' Beach. [pic] (02/03/12) 1098 20
Aquaholic went to photograph the epic sunset at Goleta Beach the other night and came back with a fresh batch of gorgeous bird pictures for your ocular consumption. [pics] (02/03/12) 985 17
SBIFF: Sleepless Night is a French crime thriller that has no pretentions about enriching your soul, and succeeds in not doing so. It has a moves-so-fast-you-don't-realize-you-don't-really-care strategy aimed at your adrenal glands. (02/03/12) 164 1
Does anyone know of any place in Santa Barbara showing Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl instead of or in addition to the Superbowl this weekend? (02/03/12) 1041 31
I am looking for intermediate level classical Egyptian style belly dance classes in the Goleta area. Any suggestions? (02/03/12) 375 5
SBIFF: Lisa Knox Burns reports on Samsara, which is Sanskrit for "flow." The film falls in a tradition of "non-verbal, guided meditation films." (02/03/12) 371 6
Have you seen the signs of spring? This photo captures some beautiful green vegetation. [pic] (02/03/12) 564 8
Use this thread to share any info about today's commute. Slow? Fast? Accidents? Cool links you use to navigate the morning drive? (02/03/12) 141 2

Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 02, 2012 reads comments
Peeping Tom detained, 100 Block of Dearborne Place by neighbor of victim. (HBD) (02/02/12) 684 2
Here is the Daily Edhat newsletter for 02/02/12 (02/02/12) 113 add
PG and E's request to charge for Diablo Canyon seismic study rejected. (02/02/12) 125 2
Man charged in Santa Maria Denny's hate crime may receive life sentence. (02/02/12) 310 7
Santa Maria church vandalized a third time in two weeks. (02/02/12) 216 3
Gang member-turned-Ph.D. mentors youth on the fringes. (02/02/12) 550 9
Oil drilling off California coast approved by House panel. (02/02/12) 376 30
A subscriber submitted a picture of the bowl expansion work in progress. [pic] (02/02/12) 1052 9
A reader shares his photos of an Orb Weaver spider after seeing a picture of one posted on Edhat. [pics] (02/02/12) 570 5
SBIFF: Members of the Ms. Senior Sweetheart Beauty Pageant sampled French crème puffs at the Mimosa Café, following the S.B.I.F.F. screening of "Pretty Old". [pic] (02/02/12) 435 4
We need to remove a very large tree in our yard. Does anyone know where to rent a green waste dumpster other than Marborg? (02/02/12) 797 19
The big-rig driver involved in the fatal crash on Highway 101 just south of Buellton on January 12, was under the influence of methamphetamines. (02/02/12) 1220 26
It's been a collision course in downtown Santa Barbara and now police are putting the brakes on bikes and skateboards in the wrong places. (02/02/12) 894 27
Today the SB Sheriff's Office received multiple reports of a panga boat seen floating more than 200 yards off shore near Fernald Point in Montecito. [pics] (02/02/12) 1700 11
Police activity in the 2500 block of Modoc with the Nora units, pursuit, suspects in custody. Other units responding code 3.. (02/02/12) 567 8
A reader has a horse with a sense of humor. It's pretty spit-tacular [pics] (02/02/12) 1109 9
In January 2012, SBPD made 54 arrests for driving under the influence violations. Here is information on a few of those cases. (02/02/12) 1059 10
Injury traffic accident DLV at State street..Fire, medics responding.. (02/02/12) 337 2
The District Attorney announced today that she expects Curtis Martin's plea to committing hateful acts of violence will result in him serving a life sentence. (02/02/12) 711 3
The Santa Barbara Channelkeeper is looking for volunteer photographers to capture some of Santa Barbara's high tides next week. (02/02/12) 336 12
Tony Denunzio must serve 30 days in jail, enroll in anger management, abstain from alcohol, and pay a fine after being found guilty of battery. (02/02/12) 514 12
More details have surfaced regarding the fatal officer shooting last weekend is Santa Maria. (02/02/12) 1001 7
A new global study conducted at UCSB's National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis questions claims that jellyfish are increasing worldwide. (02/02/12) 255 1
A friend noticed that the Santa Barbara Bank and Trust at the Mesa Center was closed with the ATM and doors taped shut. Does anyone know about this? (02/02/12) 1102 27
I am looking for a drawing/painting teacher. Any suggestions? (02/02/12) 521 12
SBIFF: Splinters is an unexpected and engrossing surf documentary, part of SBIFF's popular To the Maxx sidebar, programmed by Russ Spencer. (02/02/12) 336 3
Injury Traffic Accident Santa Barbara and DLG Vehicle vs Ped, Fire, medis, SBPD Responding. (02/02/12) 389 1
On February 2, the SBPD's Traffic Unit will be conducting pedestrian crosswalk directed patrols at three locations within the city. (02/02/12) 788 17
The Santa Barbara City Council gave tacit approval to a Santa Barbara County Bowl project to improve traffic and pedestrian safety. (02/02/12) 207 6
Police at the UCSB say they are looking for an arsonist after a fire that badly damaged a campus construction site. (02/02/12) 179 12
Great Whites are considered a threatened species by many marine biologists and a recent study found there are far fewer of the sharks off California's coast. (02/02/12) 234 4
Two teens were taken into custody early today after a vehicle pursuit in Oxnard, police said. (02/02/12) 193 add
Just wanted to get Edhat readers' feelings on separate checks at happy hour or dinner outings. Is it worth it? (02/02/12) 1442 50
This spider-loving Edhat subscriber found a sleeping beauty out in the sunshine. Any help with identifying him/her? [pic] (02/02/12) 914 12
The Southbound Highway 101 off-ramp at Milpas Street South will be closed for the remainder of the week. (02/02/12) 168 1
The silhouetted assortment of agaves and palms caught Gus Harris's eye during Tuesday evening's colorful sunset. [pics] (02/02/12) 610 2
Roger has the Scanner Reports. Heard some Coast Guard transmissions the other day that sounded like they were closing in on a Panga Boat. (02/02/12) 674 4
Use this thread to share any info about today's commute. Slow? Fast? Accidents? Cool links you use to navigate the morning drive? (02/02/12) 136 2

Articles from Daily Newsletter on Feb 01, 2012 reads comments
Here is the Daily Edhat newsletter for 02/01/12 (02/01/12) 191 add
Walking the trail behind Mission La Purisma this morning was this Bobcat. Judging by the condition of the pelt it was in the process of molting. [pic] (02/01/12) 1808 17
A Santa Barbara father has been arrested for allegedly injuring his infant girl by violently shaking her to the point she was unresponsive. (02/01/12) 1086 14
Here is one of Santa Barbara's ordinarily beautiful sunsets, nothing altered. [pics] (02/01/12) 1083 5
Report that a guy driving a white Chevy Blazer threw a woman out of the truck he was driving near Cold Springs Bridge. SO Responding. (02/01/12) 1025 10
The male subject depicted in the January 27, 2012 Catch a Thief advisory was contacted by SBPD detectives today and interviewed. (02/01/12) 808 5

 

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