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Jerry Brown Completes the Field with a Noisy Entry into the 2010 Governor’s Race

Toting four decades of political baggage, Democrat Jerry Brown formally joined California’s race for governor last week. Read story.

Protecting Public Education

What Difference Does Day of Action Make?

Eye on Isla Vista joins “Day of Action” and contemplates whether it will make a difference. Read story.

Book Club's Dramatic Chapter

When a Member Is in Trouble, the Club Is There

The Emergency Book Club Meeting is not something to be taken lightly. In six years, our literature-loving girl gang has called just three of these urgent rallies. Read story.

Weekend Concert Roundup

Edward Sharpe, Phantogram, David Bazan Delight S.B. Crowds

Iration plans big CD release party, while Threadspinner’s frontwoman goes solo. Read story.

Starbucks Leaves a Bad Taste in a Very Needy Guy

Great Tasting Instant But Is It Right for the Trail?

Ray checks out the new VIA line of coffee. Read story.

Marching Forth on March 4th

Santa Barbara Represents for Public Education

Santa Barbara represents for public education. Read story.

Cheating on Your Stylist

Will She Be Mad?

If the new stylist doesn't work out, will the old one take you back? Read story.

No Doubts, Boy Scouts

Is There a Gay God?

If you’re thinking of becoming a Boy Scout, as the movement celebrates its 100th anniversary, be sure that you are not gay and harbor not the slightest doubt that God ... Read story.

Rolling Dogs Gather No Bark

Angry Poodle Barbecue

I’d never even heard of Thomas Pigford until two days after he’d already died. Read story.

Radioheaded, Ravel, Pneumatics, and Crossed Circuits

There is something uniquely satisfying about being a passionate local in Santa Barbara, with the presumptuousness to believe this is one of the finest spots on the known planet, and ... Read story.

National Poison Prevention Week

Know What Is Toxic to Your Pet

Make sure you are well-informed on what can inadvertently poison your pet. Read story.

Life Sentence

Behind-the-Scenes Viewpoint of a Captive Orca

A captive orca gives Pet Psychic a behind-the-scenes view. Read story.

Rainy Day Romp

Puddle Jumping and River Crossing Make for a Splendid Day

Puddle Jumping and River Crossing Make for a Splendid Day Read story.

Stem Cells in Your Teeth!

Powerful Potential in an Unlikely Location

Stem cells from dental pulp are easy to obtain and can become many different types of tissue. Read story.

This Is Gay Girl, Signing Off

Penny Patterson Reflects on the Next Stage of Coming Out

Gay Girl explains how her departure from The Indy means another step in the coming out process. Read story.

Who was Samuel Crow?

S.B. Superior Court Judge Who Saved Tucker’s Grove in 1911

The S.B. Superior Court judge is best known for saving Tucker’s Grove in 1911 from developers. Read story.

Shooting for the Top

Dons One Game from Undefeated Season

Local teams continue winning in Big West Tournament and CIF Soccer Regionals Read story.

Orchid Show

S.B. International Orchid Show March 12-14

Santa Barbara International Orchid Show takes place March 12-14. Read story.

Why It's Open Mondays

Goleta Library's Friends Provide Plenty in Hard Times

Friends of Goleta Valley Library provide plenty in hard times. Read story.

Listening Through the Graveyard, Part Three

KCSBeat Catches Up with Mysterious Super-listener Dave from the Grave

Phone interview finally captures KCSB super-listener Dave from the Grave Read story.