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COMMENT 102449	Search and Rescue	2010-09-02 05:10 PM
So much anti-government sentiment on Edhat lately.
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COMMENT 102448	Katy in Town?	2010-09-02 05:00 PM
That was a facebook post, not a tweet.
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COMMENT 102447	New County CEO	2010-09-02 04:58 PM
"Why not bring in a private practice CEO?" Hohoho! Whitman or Fiorina, anyone? For another order of magnitude or three in "salary"?
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COMMENT 102446	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 04:56 PM
I wonder if the posters all read the article and watched the videos. How can some make the Kings out to be the villains here.? They did not own the plane, but leased it from Cessna. They had never been told that the newly assigned number in 2009 had once been affixed to a 1968 Cessna 150 which had been stolen eight years prior. The 150 is a two seater, the 172 is a four seater.
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COMMENT 102445	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 04:50 PM
perhaps edhat can make an exception and allow you to quote the comment that made you laugh?
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OAKTREE	1129 Kiosk	2010-09-02 04:41 PM
Eating in those restaurants was a charming experience! Hope a new one will go in soon!
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COMMENT 102442	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 04:27 PM
Time for the mayor to get on the bully pulpit and start discussing the Big Five that has become so obvious here: drugs, alcohol, gangs, vagrants and domestic violence. Whatcha gonna do Madame Mayor now that you have all our attention. How are you going to tell this story and get us all on the same page to combat this, because history is repeating itself every single night and day of your watch. Big Five: Drugs, alcohol, gangs, vagrants and domestic violence. Wrap all this up in a bow and show us an action plan. Can't have one without a few of the others. Where is the community outrage this continues to plague our community. This is where your bully pulpit need to galvanize community outrage for action. Get rid of these Big Five from our doorsteps, and then you can get your police force to deal with "real crime".
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COMMENT 102440P	Plots for Rent	2010-09-02 04:24 PM
Geez 102436, how about a nice mix of both the BMX tracks and community gardens? It's happy hour, man.
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OOHLALA	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 04:24 PM
Sorry - gotta say it: # 102069 it's amazing that you'd call these rightly outraged commentators "vigilantes"... are you maybe friends with these scammers??? I wonder if that little girl goes to school yet? Maybe someone will recognize HER
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RURALWANNABE	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 04:23 PM
Hey zebragirl - sometimes cops let people off with a warning. Not every traffic stop is treated equal. If you have the right to drive and just don't have your license on you, that is not a crime but an equipment violation, like having a broken taillight. What did you think of the guy who just never got the renewal and never thought of it? When you only need to get a license renewed every 4 years that's pretty easy to forget! Putting the boot on at someone's house IS genius! Sort of a shame thing there too.... all your neighbors would know!
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Z28RACERGIRL	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 04:22 PM
Thanks 102416, I need to add "mendaciously" to my vocabulary. Good one.
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COMMENT 102436	Plots for Rent	2010-09-02 04:20 PM
Wish the city would use any empty land around town they own for more community gardens. Or ask developers who sit on their properties past a few years to open them up for community gardening as well, under the city direction. A city that digs in the earth and learns how to feed itself has to be on a good track. We need to honor the agrarian roots this country had until only a short time ago in the big picture. Too much city, to much cement and asphalt, too dense, too little private digging room. We could be a model city if we stopped putting housing with more mouths to feed and instead feed the mouths that are already here. BMX parks are not where this city should be going for young people. Community gardens is the far better path.
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SHAKEY	Plots for Rent	2010-09-02 04:16 PM
You could plant a dozen stiffs there and use em as fertalyzer, 62 bucks a year good deal Thank You.
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COMMENT 102434P	Scanner report - Sept 1	2010-09-02 04:16 PM
I don't think the Turnpike Vons fight was gang-related necessarily... but it does sound like the typical testosterone-fueled thugism that seems to flare up at the drop of a hat...
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COMMENT 102433	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 04:08 PM
I laugh at Ed-hat all the time !
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COMMENT 102432	How Now White Cow	2010-09-02 03:54 PM
still would love to count the 'rings' of coats of paint that cow has. I'm sure it has fattened up some just with all those coats of paint.
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COMMENT 102430	How Now White Cow	2010-09-02 03:48 PM
I'm a proud DON '98 & have lived a block away from the famous cow all my life, not only do i LOVE the tradition.. i think everyone should submit their own photoshop cow =) i'd love to see what other edhat readers would like the cow to look like .. sort of like what you see at cowparade dot com
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COMMENT 102431P	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:48 PM
The elephant in the room...drugs flown into Santa Barbara from El Paso/Juarez. Read Howard Campbell's book "Drug War Zone -- Frontline Dispatches from the Streets of El Paso and Juarez".
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COMMENT 102429	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:47 PM
You can put an entry into NCIC, but it sounds next to impossible to take an entry out. The Kings' next Craig's list posting may be this airplane for sale. By the way, once a gang member is entered into a criminal justice data base, is there any way to remove his/her name?
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SHAKEY	CHP Plans DUI Checkpoint	2010-09-02 03:45 PM
Good get these criminals off the street, Thank You.
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COMMENT 102427	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 03:44 PM
Google on McCune Foundation -- they awarded the following grants in Spring 2010. PUEBLO $50,000 for operating support for the multi-issue grassroots membership organization mobilizing low-income residents of Santa Barbara County to work for social and economic justice. $6,750 for computers and software for the Santa Barbara and Santa Maria offices
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SHAKEY	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 03:43 PM
You should have leaned down gave him alittle peck on the cheek and told him that God loves him.
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COMMENT 102425	How Now White Cow	2010-09-02 03:42 PM
the owner must be a Royal and didn't want it green.
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SHAKEY	Sketch of Shooting Suspect Released	2010-09-02 03:40 PM
That guy looks like a punk, like he dresses up in his mommys clothing and wears make up, look at those eyes.
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SHAKEY	How Now White Cow	2010-09-02 03:38 PM
It looks mad.
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PATRICK	How Now White Cow	2010-09-02 03:32 PM
Nice, Dano!
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COMMENT 102421	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 03:30 PM
It's more like a badge of honor for him.
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COMMENT 102420	New County CEO	2010-09-02 03:24 PM
Go to your library if you refuse to pay for the NewsPress, because you already have. Enjoy it and realize it is a darn good local paper these days.
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SITHSNOOPY	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 03:23 PM
I apparently have a very distinctive laugh. Friends have found me in large stores by hunting down the sound of my laugh... when they didn't even know I'd planned to go to that store that day. I don't know if that means my laugh is also irritating or not, but my own Sister has shushed me when I'd apparently been laughing "too loud". So, what were you reading in Edhat that made you laugh?
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ANEMONEFISH	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 03:22 PM
Agree with 410. LOL-ing is a little like the inescapable loudmouth on a cell phone. You only get half the joke but are subject to all the distraction. Laughter is good when shared with the willing. Otherwise it's like second-hand smoke - thanks for not sharing. Singing is a more complete act. Depending on the voice (and sanity) of the singer, it can range from tolerable to obnoxious; but at least you're in on the whole thing. Gotta' say that both laughing and singing are a decided improvement over much of what's been happening on State Street these lazy, crazy days.
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COMMENT 102417P	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 03:21 PM
And I guess, too, that it depends on the singing --- I would hate to sit next to someone singing to himself, unless it was a tune I liked and would much prefer to sit next to someone laughing.
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COMMENT 102416P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 03:20 PM
Acorn was totally exonerated. They did absolutely NOTHING wrong. Please google "Acorn exonerated". They were done in by Breibart (see Shirley Sherrod) who edited a tape to mendaciously show the complete opposite of the truth, just as was done to Shirley Sherrod. Unfortunately, there are too many people who believe lies from Faux news and do not do any fact checking.
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COMMENT 102415	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:13 PM
anybody want to make the kings cupcakes, maybe mow their lawn for 3 months to show how sorry we are. maybe the police before responding to calls should take time to peruse the internet to confirm the veracity of the info being fed to them. jeezus....sometimes i wonder how some posters ever find their way home at night.
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COMMENT 102414	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 03:12 PM
Don't know about you, but I'm not sorry this 16-yr-old gangbanger got shot. Maybe he will learn his lesson and stop hanging around in gangs. Kinda doubt it, though.
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COMMENT 102413	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:09 PM
Funny, 102409P. I was just thinking that this whole story would have taken on a completely different tone had the Kings skin not been pearly white. Can you imagine if they were middle-eastern?
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RUTH ANN REALTR	The Demise of Dry Cleaning	2010-09-02 03:08 PM
1) True: Ablitt’s has around 100 of 2000 labels in the system autotagged for special handling. Knowing the difference between Dockers and Armani, and how to handle each properly is what sets Ablitt's apart! Diane VF dresses can sell for over $1400! I want them to test the cleanability of a garment they know may be problematic –dyes, beads, seams, etc. Not every cleaner takes this care, and customers may not understand the minimal charge. They have a liberal refund policy the first time a customer experiences this charge and customers can choose to have items cleaned at there own risk. 2) Prices are clearly marked - and all orders are returned with invoices attached, not removed like many competitors. Published prices are in the front office: no hidden prices. 3) Edhat should interview a drycleaner to get insight into how drycleaning works – and try to press a blouse. Call Sasha at Ablitt’s and check it out. Hey, you get what you pay for. Ablitt’s takes great care of my clothes.
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COMMENT 102411	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 03:06 PM
some good ones. Had me cracking up!
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COMMENT 102410	Coffee Chatter	2010-09-02 03:05 PM
I guess it really depends on your laugh. I know some people whose laughs make my head want explode.
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COMMENT 102409P	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:04 PM
Yes, we need to train police all across America on airplane felony stops. Then we can move on to freight and passenger trains, river barges and tugboats, and cruise ships. Get over yourselves, Mr and Mrs King. But we'll make sure Chief Sanchez gives you twenty minutes to call in another pilot before we impound your plane.
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COMMENT 102408	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 03:03 PM
I'll respect the Kings if they do not do the "typical" (unfortunately) thing and sue.
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COMMENT 102407	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 03:02 PM
La Raza and ACORN are the groups with the common roots. Who does run PEUBLO and where do they get their local funding.
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COMMENT 102406	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 02:59 PM
Dr. Dawson at San Roque Pet is AWESOME
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COMMENT 102405	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:56 PM
Both videos were very informative. There will be some serious updating in police departments around the country. And data bases will be checked more thoroughly. In this case there was no check done from the Santa Barbara side of this scenario. The Kings acted just fine. Other pilots may have lost their cool and demanded explanations. I think , at least, the police should get training to know that airplanes do not have VINs. And then know how to verify the data base. All of this could have been avoided with proper checking of information.
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COMMENT 102404	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 02:55 PM
Looks like our present mayor took her mayor lessons from our former mayor, who never missed a cheesy photo op either while the city spiraled out of control. Hence today we have Santa Bruta after 8 years of her watch. Please Helene, carve out a new path. One that reflects the election results, not yesterday's failed thinking.
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COMMENT 102403	1129 Kiosk	2010-09-02 02:53 PM
My Pops use to manage 1129 in the 80's, such a great place.
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COMMENT 102402P	Sketch of Shooting Suspect Released	2010-09-02 02:52 PM
Holy Cow.... Its me!
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COMMENT 102401	Peter, Paul, Mary and Louis?	2010-09-02 02:47 PM
I was at the Peter Paul and Mary concert in 1963 also. Does anyone have an exact date. I'm in the process of blogging a chronology of music (rock, folk, psychedelic) in the Ventura/Santa Barbara area during the Sixties; I already have compiled a good number of dates (primarily Earl Warren Showgrounds and UCSB shows), but would welcome information regarding venues, dates, acts, etc.) from anyone who can remember!
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COMMENT 102400	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:46 PM
This was a serious warning from El Paso, even though it was mistaken the sending agency had plenty of credibility. I think our police professionals responded appropriately. Why didn't this King fellow if he is such an aviation hot shot demand he get another number just on the outside chance this would cause confusion. Had he even checked his own number? Had he carried verification of this potential error, then he could have remained calm while this was handed over to the police force for their corroborating verification. King dropped the ball since he knew he was flying on some questionable ID numbers. He should have been prepared for this.
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DIRTGIRL	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 02:45 PM
Mayor Schneider is not the parent of this 16 year old, or the criminals that shot him. Some edhatters are so quick to attack her.
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COMMENT 102398	Search and Rescue	2010-09-02 02:41 PM
Isn't alcohol wonderful!
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COMMENT 102397	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:34 PM
It is not common knowledge among police departments that N-numbers get reissued. You get a call that says a plane with the N-number of a stolen plane is heading in your direction, you stop it with guns drawn. Period. No need to question the veracity of the information. The police did everything right and by the book. EPIC screwed up. They should be on their hands and knees apologizing, hoping not to get sued.
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OICU812	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 02:33 PM
Clearly our image is not our reality
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COMMENT 102395	CHP Plans DUI Checkpoint	2010-09-02 02:28 PM
$10 says its CSV just west of the 4 way stop at Middle Rd.
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COMMENT 102393P	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:27 PM
Obviously the city police are so underpaid they are not smart enough to check the list of aircraft registrations before assuming this was the stolen one. Why did not the Airport Patrol handle this, the armed, police-lite SEIU employees who are the security at the airport?
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COMMENT 102394	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:27 PM
The guy sounds like he took it as well as can be expected. If the police had ample warning they definitely should have done a little research with the FAA. I'm sure if this had happened to you 102384, you'd be singing a different tune.
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OICU812	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:21 PM
I'd be pissed
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COMMENT 102391P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 02:19 PM
For several weeks, Edhatters have been reporting hearing gunshots, and some posters said it was fireworks. I just wonder. Is the police department sympathetic or interested when you call in and say you think you heard gunshots. Anyone know? Or, do they just say it was probably fireworks, and don't investigate?
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COMMENT 102390	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:17 PM
Police don't need to bow to John King but double checking rogue sources with erroneous and outdated intelligence would be good.
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COMMENT 102389P	Looking for something fun to do this Lab...	2010-09-02 02:15 PM
EVERYONE IS INVITED! FREE EVENT! What: Vieja Valley Garden Exchange When: Sunday, September 5, 1:00 - 3:00 Where: 357 Arroyo Road (Hope Ranch Annex, off of Auhay) Bring: Fruits, veggies, seeds, starter transplants, flowers, baked goods, used gardening tools or magazines, compost, your gardening questions, etc. Special Guest: Farmer Marshall Chrostowski. He is a wealth of knowledge and will provide veggie plant starts for fall/winter gardening! FREE!
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COMMENT 102388	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 02:12 PM
102300P - It expired in December (I never got a renewal notice, for the first time in my many renewals), and I was cited in February. I had not been drinking. My brother had not been drinking and was ready and available to drive my car to my house. My wife could not leave our kids at home to come get me. The thing about English - many people had been putting it all on illegal aliens, so I just wanted to clarify. My insurance and registration were fine. The officer should have been able to allow my brother to drive my car home. Period.
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SHAKEY	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 02:10 PM
Time to get Arizona gun laws over here and put an end to this kind of stuff.
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COMMENT 102386	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:08 PM
Police were brutal they should sue....Rogue cops need to do research and not be so abusive. What happened to innocent before being found guilty?
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SHAKEY	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 02:03 PM
Spair the tire irom and spoil the child.
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COMMENT 102384	Here is an article and video with the pi...	2010-09-02 02:00 PM
how many more people are going to bow and scrape before this guy? police handled it fine. gimme a break.
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COMMENT 102383P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 01:37 PM
Sorry, but Pueblo has nothing to do with ACORN. Pueblo is fully inflammatory and incompetent creating their own social and political backlash all on their own. Maybe Pueblo should concentrate on getting bus passes for their constituents instead? The police chief and the city council are not going to touch this. Going soft on crime is no formula for success when the people who benefit the other way cannot vote.
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COMMENT 102382P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 01:31 PM
Please explain how the mayor spending a half hour at a restaurant opening prevents her from dealing with crime the other 12 work hours in a day. And do explain how "anyone" knows that anyone counting votes knew that. It would have been 11,246 for Francisco and 10,254 for Scheider if Cushman had not been in the race.
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Z28RACERGIRL	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 01:25 PM
SBJULES it was good reading. I think you're referring to the story titled "Santa Bruta". I'm not sure that we want the Mayor to check in kids' beds, but instead lead the charge of getting a crack down on what many see as an escalation of gang crime and violence. Instead of spending time posing for pictures, cutting ribbons and sipping wine at a restaurant opening. I too saw those pictures from the SB Restaurant Guide site. I understand supporting local business is part of her job too, but...
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COMMENT 102381	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 01:25 PM
hey 102335, why don't you put your camera where your mouth is and send some photos of your own for others to comment on?
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Z28RACERGIRL	Hawk Sighting	2010-09-02 01:20 PM
Yay Seedlady! We have one chick that is still small, I'd call it 3/4 size of an adult, but no more babies. He was our late-bloomer. ;-) I love the quails! And the scrub jays (I always call them blue jays but I know that's not correct - hey, they're blue!) are cool too.
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COMMENT 102378	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 01:19 PM
It was quite frightening being awakened by the sound of 4 distinct gun shots outside my bedroom window. It's sad/maddening to know those shots actually hurt someone. Here's to a better night's sleep tonight...
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Z28RACERGIRL	New County CEO	2010-09-02 01:13 PM
102179 - I refuse to pay for the newspress and they don't publish their stories for free viewing online. Does anyone know where I can view the "delinquent property tax people" that this commenter refers to? I did a quick Google search and came up empty. Thanks in advance.
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SBJULES	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 01:12 PM
I fail to see what the mayor could do. Do you expect her to be sure all kids are in bed when they should be? Are you saying that's what Dale Francisco would do? There was a great article on SB gangs in the Independent last week. Hope you all caught it.
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SHAKEY	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 01:08 PM
Thanks for the news Roger ,It reminds us who live in the area to check the doors & window locks. And to the deleted one, I've lisened to the scanner before and anything that makes the police sound nervous on a call is news we need to know!! And comment #102328 , the CHP have a pound of paper work if they use there taser ( acording to one of there officers ) Do you think you can use it with no consequence? HaHa have you ever herd the term hartatack ? Be carefull OK ?
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COMMENT 102373	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 01:04 PM
How about they tow it to their house (if they have one) and put a boot on it for a month - they'll then have to pay the towing company an amount equal to the impound fee in order to have the boot removed. I'm a genius.
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Z28RACERGIRL	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 01:03 PM
First and foremost, driving is not one of our inalienable rights. Many people think they are, and so they don't renew their expired license, lose their license, don't pay for insurance - yet own and drive a car anyway. And that is a crime. The impound isn't "seizing property". It's removing the item from the person, that is helping them to commit the crime. (The crime here being driving on a suspended license or driving while unlicensed.) Plus it's further not "seizing" because after a period of time the property is returned to the owner. If you allow a friend to drive your car and you don't ask about their license or insurance, then shame on you and the consequences are yours to live with. Pleading ignorance doesn't get you out of the situation or give you a free pass.
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COMMENT 102371	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 01:01 PM
Those sailboats are massive. Is that for real? Anybody know details on them?
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COMMENT 102370	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 12:59 PM
How about a 10pm curfew for minors. If they're out and about without a parent they get cuffed and stuffed and their parents can pick them up from juvenile hall in the morning.
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EDSUP	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 12:57 PM
Comment #102115 gets my vote!
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COMMENT 102368	Search and Rescue	2010-09-02 12:54 PM
It's nice to see our tax dollars going to worthwhile causes like this!
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COMMENT 102366P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 12:45 PM
Our MIA Mayor is out spending time a ribbon-cuttings at private businesses. I'm talking about ribbon-cutting at Arch Rock Fish the other day. Indeed, why is this 16 yr old on the street at 2 am in Santa Barbara? I'm with those posting here that this is NOT what our town should be like. This all needs to stop and soon!
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RURALWANNABE	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 12:45 PM
Targeting or profiling for unlicensed drivers will increase the unprovoked traffic stops for innocent drivers who just happen to fit the profile. That's what's wrong with that. Has anyone thought of the OWNER of the car? What if you loaned a friend a car not knowing their license was expired (sometimes even they might not know, rare but it happens). Should your car be impounded? and can you get it back just by paying all the fees? I recall a friend getting a ticket for DWL - all you had to do was show that you had one, and the ticket went away. Now they impound your car?
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DAN39	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 12:39 PM
How can Ed step it up? If this town is full of incredible photographers, where are their photos?
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RURALWANNABE	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 12:38 PM
The thief probably staked out the machine at Macy's looking for a victim - I hope Macy's security will keep an eye out for malingerers!
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COMMENT 102363	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 12:32 PM
Anyone who voted for Cushman in this last election was constitutionally incapable of voting for Schneider. Francisco would have trumped Schneider handily. It was the true belief in market principles that made those votes cling to Cushman, against all odds. They never would have gone to Schneider. Anyone counting votes knew that. It would have been 11,246 for Francisco and 10,254 for Scheider if Cushman had not been in the race. Schneider needs to govern as if she got this message. But she didn't. Instead she sides with her left-over fellow progressives for one last chance to stick it to the voters who clearly did not want her.
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COMMENT 102362	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 12:28 PM
I would be interested in the other half of the story. It does not say how the verbal altercation started, how it evolved into a physical altercation, whether or not the "victim" was ok or sustained serious injury, or even the charges for which the 3 suspects were arrested on. I know the aceves family, and i know hes a trouble maker. I also know his mother is NOT- even to those who dont know this family im sure it is a little surprising to read that the mother got in on the action, which makes me even more curious about the moments leading up to the altercation. Seems like the victim had a pretty good account of what happened, minus these details. Perhaps he's leaving out what started the "fracas" because he played a role? how does one obtain mug shots without being able to obtain info on charges filed?
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COMMENT 102361	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 12:27 PM
The irony always to recognize is those hurling the accusation of greed are in fact greedy themselves, because they want something for nothing. Since when do only they get to determine the fair market value for goods and service and you who are providing them, do not. They want something for nothing and in my mind that is greedy. Or as the new buzz word is, they feel entitled to get something for nothing. But they don't see themselves as greedy. Nope, it is easier to play to their version of the sympathy card, which can still sucker in too many people who should know better to complain along with them. Watch out how this word will get twisted this election cycle when public employees will get accused for being greedy, and they will hurl back it was Wall street or corporate fat cats who got greedy, not them. You will just have to sort through all of this to see who really is greedy, and vote accordingly.
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COMMENT 102360P	Search and Rescue	2010-09-02 12:26 PM
Just like mama always said, don't drink and hike. Or maybe it was "Take a hike if you're gonna drink." Oops.
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COMMENT 102359	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 12:20 PM
One man's crum(b) is another's banquet
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COMMENT 102358	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 12:16 PM
Pueblo was just a farm club of the finally discredited ACORN. Who is giving them their marching orders now? High on their agenda is getting rid of Prop 13 because they want more money for social services. Playing the race card is just one of their tactics to get into your pocketbooks. Know who you are playing with when this crowd shows up.
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COMMENT 102357	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 12:12 PM
We had a similar thing happen- gave a certain Santa Barbara landlord a 1000.00 check as deposit on a house we wanted to lease- he cashed the check and dissapeared, two months ago. Nice to know I caan report it! This was so disheartening for us, not to mention a crime.
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COMMENT 102356P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 12:11 PM
102351P - It was a typo - and yes driving without a license can either be a misdemeanor or a traffic infraction with different penalties ($380 vs $298)
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GINGER1	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 12:03 PM
Congrats to KEYT for actually reporting the news! But as I said in another thread, "if it bleeds, it leads" is still their motto. Perhaps it is true that EdHat is influencing how they do their job! Yeah! But the countless other beatings, assaults, robberies do not get on the air. Gotta have time to tell us about the low clouds and fog a half dozen times during the 30 minute newscast. And perhaps I am wrong about the ability of EdHat supports to affect change.. If the folks who read and post here actually get on their phones and call in incidents and write letters to the mayor and police chief, maybe WE can change the way things are done around this town. It's good to know that "those in high places" might be reading these posts, and that the EdHat community is increasingly aware of what's going on, but it still requires taking it to the next step to affect change. Call and write every time you witness illegal or potentially dangerous situations.
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COMMENT 102354P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 12:01 PM
102350P- I fully agree that we should be enforcing immigration laws at all points possible including local police stops. I just think that after the citation has been issued, seizing property (which might not even be their own) is not needed. Sure, its an extra deterent but why not just increase the citation amount. I think it has to do a lot with the unfair contract between the tow companies and the PD.
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EDONE	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 12:00 PM
Just email us at ed@edhat.com and we'll get you that address. Thanks.
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COMMENT 102351P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 11:54 AM
"sited for their infraction" Is this now about real estate sites? And driving without a license is just and infraction?
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COMMENT 102350P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 11:50 AM
If we can't play the race card, Pueblo and its friends would have to argue the facts and law instead. Clearly for them, that approach is not effective. Besides seizing property and impounding the vehicle, and not enforcing immigration laws if applicable, just what other incentive would work to stop an unlicensed driver from more driving again when that unlicensed, uninsured driver has no other form of identification and lives in the underground economy off the grid?
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COMMENT 102349	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 11:49 AM
COMMENT 102210 - dream on. Small animal vets in town barely make enough to live here. Most tech/office workers make about the same as a small animal vet. Plus most vets are burden with $50K - $150K of school loans. DVM's aren't in it for the money --- trust me.
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ABOMB	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 11:49 AM
My adopted dog had an intestinal blockage in the months right after we got him. He chewed up and swallowed half a pillowcase during the night. Thank GOD we had pet insurance otherwise I don't know what we would have done. I highly recommend this to all pet owners (although I realize this doesn't help the original poster right now) - we pay $19 a month through ASPCA and it usually covers at least half of any illness/injury bills. It's a lifesaver. I take my dog to La Cumbre Animal Hospital and they are amazing. All of the doctors there are fantastic. My neighbor who recommended them to me said that they had let him do a payment plan when his dog was ill, so it's worth asking them about. If the owner set up a donation fund, I would contribute what I could. I love my pet like a member of my family and I would be devastated if something happened to him, so I would be happy to help someone else to save their companion.
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COMMENT 102347	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 11:44 AM
re 102210 - vets make a fraction of what your dentist makes - the difference in out of pocket costs is insurance. You should find something else to grind your ax on.
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COMMENT 102346P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 11:43 AM
It is a little known clairvoyant fact that everyone who voted for Cushman would have voted for Francisco instead to be mayor. Obviously the last election was a fraud because more than two candidates qualified for the mayoral election. Also, it is a little known clairvoyant fact that Harriet Miller simply could wave her judgmental finger and all those little gun-toting hoodlums would run away, say their prayers, do their algebra homework, and go to bed at 10 pm.
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COMMENT 102345	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 11:36 AM
Ed, give us the address where to send the unmarked bills.
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COMMENT 102344P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 11:35 AM
Driving without a license is not reason to sieze property. Why not take all the money a person has on them for 30 days? Why not take their house for 30 days? They are going to be sited for their infraction, but that should be it!
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COMMENT 102343	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 11:34 AM
Yes exactly, what was a 16 year old out on the streets alone at 2 am. Where is the voice of moral authority from our mayor on any of this rash of violence lately on our streets. Harriet Miller would have been knocking heads and holding town halls by now. But our moral relativity mayor is MIA. No wonder she only got a minority of SB votes in the last election with the majority of the conservative voices unfortunately splitting their votes that allowed her to squeak through with less than a mandate for her ineffective kumbiyah leadership style. We have gone too long without a strong leadership voice in this town setting community standards and sending the message about what is expected when you live in this town. All we have now is this growing fear, polarization and a vacuum that is allowing the lowest common denominator of community values set the agenda for the rest of us by default.
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EDONE	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 11:28 AM
88K is what comes up for "absolute unique visitors" on Google Analytics. This number can be used in an apples to apples comparison with any other website that uses such a statistics. And, some people read Edhat on multiple devices, but there are also many devices that are used by multiple subscribers. Lastly,102340P is right. We would appreciate it if you would support us with a paid subscription.
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COMMENT 102341	New County CEO	2010-09-02 11:24 AM
Geeze Egenolf, slow down and read what the first poster said. Nothing unfactual in his post.. Just some reasonable questions and since when is this not okay.
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COMMENT 102340P	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 11:22 AM
If you read Edhat from 5 devices, you might want to subscribe...
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ROGER DODGER	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 11:21 AM
Not sure but if I was up 24-7 I wood have heard it. I dropped the ball for 4 hours of sleep. I'm so ashamed I deserve a SPANKING!
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COMMENT 102338	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 11:12 AM
ED- I think that 88k may be somewhat skewed. I wouldn't call that different people if it is based of an ip address or something. I log check edhat at 2 work computers, home laptop, home pc, and cellphone. I could be wrong, but i guess that would show up as more than one person.
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OLDLAWOMAN	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 11:09 AM
Take the dog to CARE.
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COMMENT 102336	Chamomile Cafe Closing	2010-09-02 11:09 AM
Candid comments spoken from actual experience are neutral. They should not be labeled "mean". That is verbal bullying and that is mean.
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COMMENT 102335	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 11:07 AM
In a town filled with incredible photographers EdHat continues to showcase the work of the mediocre. Come on Ed, Step it up! Let's see what some of our incredibly talented citizens can produce instead of the same shots from the same people.
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SKOOBY	Milpas Cow History	2010-09-02 11:06 AM
When I was in grammar school at Garfield, now Schott Center, going to the Petan creamery was an annual field trip. I was fascinated with the shiny machines filling glass bottles marching along like little white soldiers. At the end, they gave us a glass of chocolate milk, a rare treat then. In the 50s, we kids drank two kinds of drinks: plain milk and water from the tap. At school, we waited in long lines at the end of recess for water. Half the fun was goofing off while waiting our turn. Tx, Neal, for a memory lane trip. S
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COMMENT 102333	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 11:02 AM
The solution is for all those professing piety regarding this request to set up a fund to pay for this person's dog care. Or give her the name of the SB humane society to see what other arrangements can be made to protect this poor animal and get its care in to proper hands.
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COMMENT 102332	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 10:59 AM
He's probably here on our dime anyways - but not real smart to just hand perfect strangers a bunch of cash. Still feel sorry for the guy though.
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COMMENT 102331P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:53 AM
Check Goleta-13 gang(s) for the possible shooter of the Eastside 16 year old. Carpas gang (Carpinteria) is a possibility, too.
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COMMENT 102330	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 10:53 AM
China has one of the biggest black markets industries in the world. You cannot walk a street anywhere in China without getting assaulted by someone wanting to sell you a brand name something or other. Street crime is rampant in China too. This student got the same welcome extended to many a US tourist too. Two people here did something wrong. They guy who expected to get a deal outside channels better than retail, and the people setting him up to take his money to get this back room deal. Good lessons learned on all sides.
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HUSKERFAN	Cow 2011	2010-09-02 10:52 AM
Funny stuff - We love the green cow. Go Dons!
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COMMENT 102328	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 10:51 AM
I carry a Taser gun - can't wait to try it out someday. Perfectly legal too.
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COMMENT 102327	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 10:50 AM
Yes, please dodge the negative comments. This person is trying to help her dog who may be suffering horribly. And if this dog was adopted, he/she is luckier than most who lose their lives because others don't want to be responsible and either contribute to their community animal shelter and/or breed or buy from breeders. No haters for this woman, please. Be lucky you can talk down about people in financial distress who actually have a heart please.
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COMMENT 102326	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 10:48 AM
Bring your pet to Santa Barbara Pet Hospital on the Mesa. The doctors and staff are compassionate and will work with you. They are wonderful.
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COMMENT 102325	Santa Barbara Style Wedding	2010-09-02 10:47 AM
The Presidio Chapel is not a church. No worship activities are held there. It is a historical reconstruction (not a very good one) in a State Park. It's primary money-making use is as a wedding chapel.
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COMMENT 102323	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 10:46 AM
There is no truth to the often repeated statement kids in this town go bad because their parents are working two jobs to keep a roof over their heads in this town and they can't watch what their kids do. That statement smacks more of class envy than anything else. This oft-repeated excuse is a total lie and be very suspicious of anyone who tries to use this excuse to excuse the inexcusable. If you can't take care of your kids here and live here at the same time, then you need to move someplace where you can. And stop trying to blame this town for making people go bad. That is unacceptable. Bad kids who choose to do bad things have chosen to take the consequences for this choice they alone have made for themselves. Stop excusing these choices or blaming someone else for the choices these kids make.
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NATIVE1	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 10:46 AM
Whatever you do, get this dog to a vet immediately, even if you have to pay by borrowing money. An intestinal blockage is a serious issue and can cause death very easily if not treated. If the dog is showing signs of straining (going to poop but nothing comes out) vomiting or hasn't had a normal poop in 24 hours, the only alternative to save the dog's life is usually surgery. So even if your friend has to surrender the dog to a rescue....do whatever it takes.
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COMMENT 102321	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 10:45 AM
My cat had a hairball intestinal blockage and I'm sorry to say that after the surgery I was told that he was doing fine and to come get him. Upon arrival I was handed a dead cat and a bill for more than two THOUSAND dollars. I am seriously hoping that this doesn't happen to you and that you have a positive outcome.
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COMMENT 102320	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 10:43 AM
Obviously a great solution. Let people who have seen two surveillance pictures and read a couple of paragraphs decide the fate of your children. I agree with 102287. Anyone, anywhere should know better.
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COMMENT 102318	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:38 AM
He was not seriously hurt. Well, THAT'S good! Too bad he got shot in the first place though.
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COMMENT 102317P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:36 AM
Roger, you think this shooting was a followup to your report about the gang beating yesterday on the Eastside? Roger's report here: link Was there any report about whom was beaten?
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COMMENT 102316	1129 Kiosk	2010-09-02 10:35 AM
Isn't there another kiosk like this near the front of the State & De La Guerra entrance to Pase Nuevo ? I think these were designed by an architect at Cearnal's office.
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COMMENT 102315	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 10:34 AM
There is no profiling stopping cars at random for drunk, impaired driver and license checks. Just because it might actually be working and keeping drunks off the road, or at least out of the checkpoints does not mean de facto it is now "targeting" anyone else. The checkpoints are there for safety and accountability checks that protect us all, including protection from uninsured drivers. Who has to pick up the tabs when there is no insurance? We all do because the mess gets dumped on taxpayers laps. Keep your values and message clear --- we all deserve to be safe on our streets and uninsured drivers, unlicensed drivers are just as much a problem for all of us as the drunks and impaired drivers who also get behind the wheel. Stop playing the race card when there is a universal goal because bad drivers are an equal opportunity destroyer.
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COMMENT 102314	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:33 AM
What was a 16 year old male doing out at 2 in the morning? When I was that age I was home in bed asleep at that time (especially on a school night).
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COMMENT 102313P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:32 AM
Be pro-active about crime. If you see graffiti vandalism in progress, call 911. Insist that judges follow the law and sentence convicted graffiti vandals to one year of graffiti removal. Santa Barbara judges should not avoid this state law. It IS the law. Judges who skirt this law should be exposed. Interviewed. Ousted. D.A., ya listenin'?
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COMMENT 102311	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:29 AM
Santa Barbara community standards do not support shooting children in our streets. We need to do a better job making sure everyone who lives here understands this is not acceptable behavior when they choose to live here. We need to show this standard in every word, act and deed. Now.
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COMMENT 102312	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 10:29 AM
Wow, I've heard people say that hispanic kids go bad because their parents are too busy working to pay attention to them, but I've not heard before of a Mom pulling out the tire iron and joining in the fray. I suppose she's been making excuses for him all her life, and this is what he's become--a mouthy bully that terrorizes a neighborhood and a store parking lot. Hope she's proud.
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COMMENT 102310P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:28 AM
So when the police investigate this crime in this area will they be racial profiling too? Just thinking like Pueblo is teaching us to think.
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COMMENT 102309P	A 16-year-old was shot in the arm near C...	2010-09-02 10:26 AM
All neighborhoods in Santa Barbara/Noleta/Goleta are at risk. Guns' bullets go where they want to go, but often the shooter is wild, and the bullets go into homes, or hits a child playing in the yard a block away. Your cell phones are the tool to fight crime. Report ANYTHING and everything you think is a crime, or might become a crime. Cell phones are a must, but for lesser crimes (not guns), this Guardian Angels leader does an entertaining video on Citizen's Arrests here: link
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COMMENT 102308	New County CEO	2010-09-02 10:22 AM
102179, you are right. The problem today with public employment is that it now looks so different from private employment. Public job benefits only go up, while private ones go up and down. Don't let any tell you this is a problem of "wall street greed" or "corporate fat cats". The problems with public employee salaries, benefits, pension plans and lock on job security are these very things themselves. Too large and too unaccountable in themselves. They are not the fault of something else. Unfortunately public employee unions support the elected officials who keep giving them the best deals. That is the problem. And voters who keep voting for this too cozy relationship.
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COMMENT 102307	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 10:21 AM
Incident reporting; Keep alert. Look busy and preoccupied. Avoid confrontation. Have a cell phone on hand. Call from inside a locked car, store or house.
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COMMENT 102306	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 10:19 AM
wow! just what i've been looking for!
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COMMENT 102304P	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 10:14 AM
It seems we've discovered the secret to a bloated justice system--let Edhat commenters be judge and jury.
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COMMENT 102305	Bugatti Signs	2010-09-02 10:14 AM
Pritchett, where I grew up we called those telephone poles, not trees.
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COMMENT 102303P	New County CEO	2010-09-02 10:13 AM
I agree with 102289. Press release journalism is not journalism at all.
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COMMENT 102302	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 10:13 AM
Maybe if we could deputize some 'round the clock armed guards from the neighborhood watch program, like what we did in the 1850's, this crap wouldn't happen. Police response is always reactive, but its never preventive. Deterrence is extremely effective.
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VEGGIMA	Milpas Cow History	2010-09-02 10:10 AM
My father worked at the Milpas St. "cow" location delivering milk to homes from around 1951 - 1970 when it was called Arden Farms. I used to go on his route with him occasionally as a teenager. Arden's competitor was Foremost, who also delivered milk to homes in SB. A very early morning job!
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COMMENT 102300P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 10:07 AM
102292: Why was your license expired? More than 30 days? Was your wife really unavailable or was it her way to teach you a lesson? Was your brother drunk himself or arrived too late? Did your insurance or registration also expired? Should you avoid the law if you speak English?
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COMMENT 102299	New County CEO	2010-09-02 10:05 AM
rumor is the province of teenagers and gossip mongers-
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JULIA	Golden Eagle Sighting	2010-09-02 10:05 AM
Just wait - there are California condors nesting in the sanctuary above Fillmore. As the numbers grow, who knows? They may be soaring in the hills above Santa Barbara, which is part of their historic range. You want to talk about "dwarfing" other birds? Condors looks like 747s; eagles like Cessnas; crows like hang gliders. Look for big triangular white patches under the wings of the biggest bird in the sky. Only adults have the orange/pink head; the juveniles don't get them until they are around six years old.
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EDONE	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 10:04 AM
According to our stats 88,000 different people logged onto Edhat last month. They viewed over 1.3 million pages. Our readers are mostly local, and they come back again and again for the latest updates. The bottom line is that local residents are paying attention to the citizen reports here, and they are reading the comments.
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COMMENT 102295P	New County CEO	2010-09-02 10:01 AM
Actually it's Chandra Levy to be hired.
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COMMENT 102296	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 10:01 AM
102281: You are assuming the person who posted the "lost house/husband/son" comment is the same person who started this thread. Also the person who started the thread said it's a friend's dog who is having these issues. You know what they say about assuming... Pet insurance is WONDERFUL. Unfortunately, you can't get it after the fact (much like trying to get car insurance after an accident). Insurance for the future is a good call. Only advice I have is call around to vets. See who will consider payment plans. Quite honestly, asking a loaded question like that on here is guaranteed to get responses like this. You should have known the remarks about responsible pet ownership would follow.
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POTPOURRI	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 09:59 AM
A Chinese student saves his money, enters the USA legally, takes English lessons and places his trust in the friendly Santa Barbara folks he has read about who proceed to rob him. The consolation for him is that years from now he will probably have an advanced degree and be running a business while the scam artist will have a prison record (if he is caught) after teaching the next generation of young thugs how to lie and steal. I will gladly contribute to a fund for this student so he won't leave the USA with a bitter taste in his mouth.
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COMMENT 102292	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 09:56 AM
This happened to me. My license expired and I drove up to a checkpoint. I got no leniency. My wife was home with our two young kids (it was after 11pm), so she could not come down. However, my brother was there, and they wouldn't let him drive my car home. This is a money making racket! I was also lied to by the officer, who said I could get the car back the next day. It took 4 days to get it back, since the towing company bills a full day even for 5 minutes. That's another racket. The car was towed from downtown to Kellogg, racking up the miles. I could have used a little leniency on this. I am a legal citizen, I only speak English, and I work hard for a living. Screw the police on this one.
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COMMENT 102293	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 09:56 AM
I'll do it for 50 bucks...
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COMMENT 102291P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 09:53 AM
Because Pueblo is involved, this obviously is another of their attempts to gain more perks for their Mexican constituents and they want the city police to go along with that because they hope he is sympathetic. American citizens and legal residents are so so tired of coddling illegal immigrants and giving them exceptions to the law so they take more and more from a society already more generous than any other to accept them. They are not deported. They are not denied housing or health care or free food paid by the government, all of which are scarce resources that genuine citizens increasingly cannot afford. And now Pueblo and its constituents want a free pass for driving without a license or insurance. When will this end? Pueblo is creating a backlash all on its own. They apparently are not as smart as their earlier reputation once implied.
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COMMENT 102290	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 09:53 AM
3-on-1? Put 'em away forever. May they rot behind bars.
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COMMENT 102289P	New County CEO	2010-09-02 09:51 AM
Yeah for Edhat for providing some information about the public process that isn't after-the-fact and sanitized in a press release. From my standpoint, a rumor is much better than nothing. And nothing is what we are getting now.
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COMMENT 102288	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 09:48 AM
What shameful lowlifes. No, there is never an excuse to justify such behavior. I don't have much money to chip in, but please notify me if a fund gets set up, I'll chip in what I can. I've traveled a lot, including China, where we were vulnerable and could have been taken advantage of as well. Let's show this trusting visitor the better side of Santa Barbarans.
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COMMENT 102287	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 09:47 AM
The suspects are indeed scumbags. But c'mon... it doesn't take much common sense to realize that you should NEVER hand over cash to a stranger on the street.
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COMMENT 102286	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 09:46 AM
That tatoo on his chest says, My Mother has my back, step off!
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COMMENT 102284P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 09:44 AM
Anyone who thinks they are innocent and not guilty can tell it to the Judge like for any other law enforcement action. Hard to imagine what the defense would be, though. Mistaken identity considering no drivers license or other form of identification? If these unlicensed drivers do not want to or cannot pay the fine, then they should not commit the crime. Good luck (not really) to Pueblo and its friends defending that.
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COMMENT 102285	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 09:44 AM
Note to public.. when reporting gang activity, don't do it in front of the gang. Wait until you are home or a safe spot, then take out your cell phone..
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SOOZ	Milpas Cow History	2010-09-02 09:40 AM
Part of the Live Oak Dairy was situated on Mountain Avenue, between Picacho Lane and SanYsidro Road. As a young kid I used to hike up there from our house and watch the cows being milked. The cows roamed around the vacant fields there-----some of it bordering our property. I once witnessed a calf being born right in the field there-----really a cool experience for young eyes, although I don't think that my mother agreed with that at the time.
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COMMENT 102282P	Milpas Cow History	2010-09-02 09:37 AM
I think 102026 is an attempt at sarcasm on the benefits of population growth--though it also took me several reads to come to that conclusion. Great story... I always love local history, especially agriculture related stories.
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COMMENT 102281	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 09:23 AM
Google "pet bowel obstruction" and you find much of the same advice you are hearing here - poor care habits that allowed a pet to ingest something that clogged up their system, and the admonition if you can't care for a pet you need to think twice about owning one. People give up pets all the time when they can't care for them, which is why we can get pets who need a better home, at the shelters because their owner cared more about the pet they could no longer care for, than for themselves. Something sounds strange about someone who "loses" a home, husband and son all together and then has a pet who is allowed to swallow something so large and so foreign as to cause the animal this acute distress. And now an owner who is beating everyone up because she cannot get someone to give her something for free? She needs to give up her pet because she is obviously in a very precarious situation and should not be allowed to take her pet down with her.
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PATRICK	Milpas Cow History	2010-09-02 09:21 AM
Thanks, Neal!
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COMMENT 102279	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 09:18 AM
Thanks for the mug shots. They definitely fit a "type." The word profiling' seems to send peeps into self-righteous paroxysms, but when does it constitute diligent policing? Get this trash out of my hometown.
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COMMENT 102277	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 09:05 AM
I dont think Henery ever gets off his balcony to take photos. Check all his shots
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COMMENT 102276	New County CEO	2010-09-02 09:04 AM
much of what is posted on here is just rumor. only the credible news organizations have to deal with fact (legally and ethically). people say whatever they want in here and throw grenades on one another. i wish it would stop because otherwise I enjoy this site very much. "just the facts, maam"..
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COMMENT 102275P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 09:03 AM
Whatever happened to innocence until proved guilty?
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CPAGE	The Department of Motor Vehicles is down...	2010-09-02 09:01 AM
If you have an AAA membership you can head over there and get car registration stuff done (even a replacement set of plates) with a lot less wait... unless the computers are really down.
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COMMENT 102273	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 09:00 AM
Actually I saw keyt do this story several weeks ago and this was another follow up now that sanchez finally got around to trying to make a decision, albeit a wrong one. why do we keep allowing people to do whatever they want should laws be laws..
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COMMENT 102272P	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 08:56 AM
The Aceves family got a $737,500 settlement from the County from the accidental drowning? This is the same family? And some say poverty causes crime?
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COMMENT 102271	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 08:55 AM
Pet Insurance?
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COMMENT 102270P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 08:54 AM
"DUI's" More green-grocer's apostrophe's with no possessive's. This KEYT story is totally chasing the exclusive report by the Independent early on Wednesday. link
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COMMENT 102268P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 08:53 AM
PUEBLO should use its funds to retrieve the cars for people driving illegally.
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POPE	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 08:53 AM
The only difference between art and trash is permission
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COMMENT 102267	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 08:52 AM
Recent visits to shops in this Turnpike Von's shopping center and it felt both times like a ghost town. Are locals afraid to go here any longer. Very creepy vibes in the lot and the CVS store there. What is going on here or did I hit off time both times. I am surprised with all the empty parking places anyone can make a go of the businesses there.
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COMMENT 102266	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 08:49 AM
Stop crime in Santa Barbara by being less enabling in your own attitudes when it comes to drugs and alcohol because those are the common denominators of the vast majority of crimes here. Keep alcohol and drug abuse private inside your own four walls, except when it spills over into domestic violence, but once drugs and alcohol leave the privacy of one's own home, it is time for zero tolerance for their abuse. Just like we did for public smoking. Not in this town, not here, no way.
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COMMENT 102265P	New County CEO	2010-09-02 08:47 AM
The county has not reported this. So if it is a leak of sensitive personnel information this new employee then may not be hired or at least want a higher salary now that the interest by the county has been revealed in making a job offer. The current county staff person who leaked this personnel information could be fired and the money saved from that could pay the higher salary this new county executive then will demand.
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COMMENT 102263	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 08:45 AM
I think this is a bad idea. Why allow them leniency for doing something that is against the law. No license = No driving priviledges. If you look at last weeks DUI checkpoint most infractions were for driving without a license or on a suspended license.
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COMMENT 102264	New County CEO	2010-09-02 08:45 AM
god help us if it's cortez
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COMMENT 102262	New County CEO	2010-09-02 08:44 AM
Chandra was tough in San Diego County in land use and blight protection. Welcome Chandra, hope the supes give you a blank check to clean our county up and stop all the blight.
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COMMENT 102261P	New County CEO	2010-09-02 08:43 AM
It will be someone like Cortez.
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COMMENT 102260P	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 08:39 AM
This would never happen again, if Guardian Angels were placed in front of Von's, in the back of Von's, and on the corner of Turnpike/Hollister. Or, if a good group of volunteers drove over there, on shifts, with their cell phones, and every time someone "threw a gang sign" or started trouble, boom, a phone call to the Sheriff, who is about 2 minutes away...on the other side of the freeway, near iHop.
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COMMENT 102258	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 08:38 AM
Thanks so much! for this mode of news reporting. I watched KEYT news this morning and realized that within 15 minutes I had heard the weather report twice and the same news story twice!! What kind of news reporting is this!? My guess is lazy reporters? or reporters with alot of restrictions? Basic to democracy is an informed and educated people.
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SARAH	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 08:38 AM
At least they are not on fire.
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COMMENT 102257P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 08:36 AM
There is a simple way to avoid the penalty for committing a crime, such as driving without a license. The joke is on Pueblo because they get all this attention and nice meetings but nothing really changes. That will include the 20-minute rule here. Both Helene Schneider and Cam Sanchez want to keep their jobs, and Pueblo will not be their sword to fall on.
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COMMENT 102255P	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 08:33 AM
Thank you for the link on How to do a Citizen's Arrest (from above Guardian Angels link). I watched the video. I feel very enthusiastic now. I don't have it in me to do any of those things. But, I can use my cell phone as a security measure, and I can report crime, and be a good witness. A bit more passive, yes, but it is something I CAN do. What can you do?
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COMMENT 102256	Golden Eagle Sighting	2010-09-02 08:33 AM
Yes, we saw one (same one?) Monday morning in Mission Canyon Heights. Sitting on top of a tree with an angry crow yelling at him. Not seen one here before.
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RED CREEK	New County CEO	2010-09-02 08:31 AM
Bravo to the County for finally hiring a female executive to run the show. Sounds like she can handle the land use issues well and has a lot of experience. Hopefully she will be sensitive to the years of discrimination against women and minorities in the County and do something about it to change the culture.
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COMMENT 102252	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 08:30 AM
thank you 102239 for this information....and while it may be OK for the actual owner of the car, if he is in fact a licensed US citizen, to retrieve the car before impound, the unlicensed driver should be booked, checked for citizenship status and held for trial....followed by jail time and/or deportation. This leniency crap is getting to be absolutely disgusting! I agree: we need to register our anger fast and furious, or these mush head bureaucrats will shine us on.
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DEE D	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 08:30 AM
No more bedbugs!
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COMMENT 102251P	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 08:27 AM
We can fight the increasing violent crimes in Santa Barbara, but first we must know what is going on. Edhat and our scanner buddy help in that department. Thank you, Roger. Thank you, a thousand times, Edhat.
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COMMENT 102250	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 08:25 AM
I've recently looked at city-data and SB has a much higher crime rate than similar size cities. Also, some family also lives in Thousand Oaks, a city of 120,000, and they never have gang fights. The gang situation is out of control and we need to take back our city.
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COMMENT 102249	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 08:24 AM
Yep Turnpike/Hollister is the neighborhood. 10 years ago things weren't so bad there but over the last 5 years things have gotten out of hand. Cops have known this guy for many years. I'm sure when they got a description of the group, they knew right where to look. A stint in jail will not change this guys behavior. This person needs an education, a job and at least one person to love him. It takes all 3 to be happy and productive. Sadly somehow this guy missed all 3 boats. Fortunately boats arrive daily and there is always the possibility of change. People who play still do win the lottery even with tremendous odds against them. Hopefully this POS will figure it our someday. Sooner rather than later would be ideal.
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COMMENT 102248	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 08:24 AM
sofa, sobad
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NEIGHBOR	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 08:23 AM
Great photo! In b&w, the style reminds me of ones from the 40's or 50's.
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JMAC	1129 Kiosk	2010-09-02 08:16 AM
Thank you Edhat Dog! I've never been so excited! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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COMMENT 102245	Chamomile Cafe Closing	2010-09-02 08:14 AM
I never experienced the owner's bad side. And I thought the food was great but service was definitely slow. I wish her well, nonetheless. Some of you are downright MEAN!
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COMMENT 102244	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 08:05 AM
the joys of a college town
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COMMENT 102243P	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 08:02 AM
Dirt. Bags.
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SY	New County CEO	2010-09-02 07:59 AM
@102179 I'd rather get ripped off by the public sector than ripped off by the private, and you're gonna get ripped off either way, so.... :)
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Z28RACERGIRL	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 07:55 AM
Maybe if it's the person's first time for being stopped for a license infraction I might agree with some leniency but if they are a repeat offender, I think the car should definitely be impounded.
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COMMENT 102240	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 07:49 AM
Who is to say that this kind of stuff hasn't been going on for the past 30 years, and the only reason we know about it now is because we have an eastside recluse glued to his scanner and a website willing to print everything he hears?
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COMMENT 102238	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 07:44 AM
I can't say I have ever seen the harbor from this angle. Very interesting shot. And yes, those two sail boats in the background seem to be too big. Very cool shot.
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COMMENT 102239	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 07:44 AM
So, whats the point of having a license? Time to complain: 215 East Figueroa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Phone: (805) 897-2300 Fax: (805) 897-2434 City Hall: 735 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Phone: (805) 963-0611 Tell them how you feel and how you will vote if this plan is implemented.
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COMMENT 102237	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 07:43 AM
Don't know where I am on this one. A guy I know from the construction world needed work, and I set him up with some labor work at a friend's house. I gave him a bunch of my tools to do the work, and on the way back that day, he was stopped for a VERY minor traffic issue, (like going 1mph through a stop). Unknown to me, he was driving without a license, and luckily he called in time for me to race down there to get the tools, or who knows what would have happened to them. I don't think the impound yard would have given them back to me without a problem. I believe he said the fine to get his truck back was in the thousands of dollars, (they keep the vehicle for a minimum number of days, perhaps to require the driver to resolve the infraction before releasing it). Quite an expensive lesson for him!
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COMMENT 102235	Crummy Couch Caption	2010-09-02 07:36 AM
Could have been a death in the family,or new funiture.
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COMMENT 102234P	Hot Hot Heat	2010-09-02 07:33 AM
Nipomo was clear and "warm" at 55 degrees at 5 a.m. Then at 6, a thin fog layer rolled in, indicating onshore flow. Now the fog is burning off early (usually 10 or 11, so it looks like offshores have won for now. may be warm or warmer than yesterday which was in the high 70's low 80's. No wind or breeze from the east yet. John Lindsey @ Diablo Canyon called for cooler temps today than yesterday, we'll see. DON'T forget that when offshore winds are strong, there are ususally RIPTIDES at the south-facing beaches.
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COMMENT 102233P	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 07:29 AM
Does anyone know how to make a donation to give this kid some of his money back and show him that not everyone in the US is going to rip him off?
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COMMENT 102232P	Scam Suspects Sought	2010-09-02 07:28 AM
Let's have an edhat fund for this kid. Ed, I'll put in $100 if the rest of our subscribers do the rest. Just email me if you can. Thanks.
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PATRICK	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 07:27 AM
When I saw that fuzzy horizon, at first I thought you had tilt/shifted the photo, but now I realize it must be the fog line. Nice shot!
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COMMENT 102230	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 07:27 AM
Unlicensed or uninsured driving is a crime. Is this really what PUEBLO supports? You betcha. Whatever happened to that unlicensed driver that ran down a pedestrian in a crosswalk a few months ago. I never heard about his killer being charged.
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COMMENT 102228	New County CEO	2010-09-02 07:22 AM
gee- is EdHat now the source for unverified rumors? How tacky to post something that could have ramifications for someone's current job, since last I saw the Board had made no announcement or decision.
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COMMENT 102227	New County CEO	2010-09-02 07:21 AM
Another rumor was Ron Cortez, one of the czars out at ucsb
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COMMENT 102225P	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 07:17 AM
How to do a Citizen's Arrest, as demonstrated by the leader of Guardian Angels: link
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ONLY1CHILD	Santa Barbara Style Wedding	2010-09-02 07:17 AM
@101995 Thanks for the chuckle!
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COMMENT 102224P	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 07:12 AM
Here's some of the stuff that Guardian Angels do, like stopping fights: link
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DON LUBACH	Scanner report - Sept 1	2010-09-02 06:59 AM
RE: Dognapping. Another reason that a loving dog owner and their pup can benefit from using a leash.
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COMMENT 102222P	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 06:53 AM
Great mugs. Such upstart-looking citizens. Oh, yeah.
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THE BARRON	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 06:44 AM
102195 - re having the Guardian Angels come to SB to be a show of non tolerance for the street thugs, ABSOLUTELY! They are all over cities like Chicago, NY, Boston and it's very calm when they're present. The local PD's have a very good rapport with them and the citizens feel safe for a change. Why not?! Smartypants - Good idea - I just sent this link to eight people. Thanks for the suggestion.
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COMMENT 102218P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 06:41 AM
Don't do it. Do we give 20 minutes lead time to bank robbers and child abusers too?
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TMO	Verbal Exchange Leads to Parking Lot Mel...	2010-09-02 06:41 AM
The cancer known as the LA mentality is spreading it's tentacles into our sleepy little town. Just keep your eyes down and down say hi to anyone...
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COMMENT 102216P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 06:39 AM
Sanchez says this "could be put into place." Sure thing! With the way SB spends money on mega-sized retirement packages for employees? Yeah, right. My bet is they'll continue to do anything within the law to squeeze us for every dime to keep the pork slinging bennies alive & well in S.B. Don't hold your breath on this one.
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THE BARRON	Wet Wednesday	2010-09-02 06:34 AM
Nice shot, Henry. Those two sails are HUGE. Hey! Where's the 007 Mega Yacht? I don't see it in the background. Anybody tracking that monster?
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COMMENT 102214P	Hot Hot Heat	2010-09-02 06:32 AM
This article is spot on. Solvang hit 98.9º yesterday at 2:51 pm. If you like it toasty with very low humidity, come to the always-gorgeous Santa Ynez Valley this weekend. Bring your bikes too, because we have LOTS of awesome roads for all levels of ability.
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SMARTYPANTS	Gang Fight	2010-09-02 06:31 AM
I suggest that we all email this story to five people who can make a difference and join in the conversation. It could be folks you know who read the NP or listen to 1290am and are in the dark about the extent of the gang activity. Many have a vested interest in our community but are in the dark as to the level of violence and crime in our city. By the way, I doubt that it is only 2-3 dozen folks in town that read Edhat. More like thousands of folks who know much more about what's going on than most.
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ROGER DODGER	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 06:24 AM
Please let us know how the doggie is, if you found a caring vet. Thanks.
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DARYL	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 06:09 AM
I wish I had a good suggestion to offer. We take our pets to White's, and the veterinarians there are great, but their general policy is to expect payment at the time of service. I don't know what the new CARE is like, but the old one also wanted their money on the spot or they wouldn't provide treatment. I know full well how sometimes our animal companions may be the only reason we have to keep going. We often need them most when times are hardest. My cats were the only constants in my life at a time when I'd lost nearly everything else, back when I had to borrow gasoline money just to get to work. There were many times when knowing that I was the only one who cared for my feline friends was the one and only thing that kept me going. I hate how any request for help on this board seems to attract nasty, compassionless, hurtful, unhelpful comments. It often makes me think of dropping my Edhat subscription. I truly hope you find the help you need for your dog, and soon. And I'm sorry about the curmudgeons and trolls. Maybe they just haven't been in your shoes yet.
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COMMENT 102210	Affordable Veterinarians in Santa Barbar...	2010-09-02 06:06 AM
There is no other job that pays more than a small animal vet. It is so lucrative for these vets. It just amazes me that when I have to take my cat or dog to the vet that it usually costs me twice or three times as much if I went to my doctor for a similar problem. Its called GREED. I would adopt many more animals from the pound if some smart vet figured out that they could increase their customers base by lowering their fees. Its ridiculous what they charge and get away with. I wish the pound or similar organization offered reasonable fees, not what they can get away with but something that is reasonable.
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COMMENT 102209P	Santa Barbara Police Chief Cam Sanchez s...	2010-09-02 06:04 AM
Why is this a good idea? It sends the message that "We give up - there's no way we can stop illegal drivers." Your insurance will be going up to cover the additional risk that Cam Sanchez introduces to Santa Barbara.
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MTNDRIVER	Hawk Sighting	2010-09-02 04:38 AM
Definitely immature red-shouldered.
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