California Sen. Dianne Feinstein is joining the battle against methyl iodide by asking federal regulators to reconsider approval of the chemical intended for use as a strawberry pesticide. On Aug. 5, Feinstein sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), expressing concern over scientific data linking methyl iodide exposure to miscarriages and cancer. […]
Sen. Dianne Feinstein asks EPA to review approval of controversial pesticide
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Santa Barbara County dedicates bike path in memory of fallen teen
Family, friends, and local officials gathered at the newly christened Eric P. Okerblom Bike Path in Orcutt Aug. 6 to remember Eric Okerblom—who died last year while riding his bike on Telephone Road—and reminisce about the extraordinary traits he possessed. To honor Eric, the county also installed a plaque on the path. The plaque, which […]
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Feeling spooky?
The 2010 Lompoc Haunted House is currently in its planning stages. Organizers need lots of “monsters” willing to jump out and scare visitors for its Insane Asylum theme. They also need set builders and designers, as well as a costume and make-up team. The house will be set up at the Lompoc Civic Auditorium, 217 […]
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Put art in the park
Art in the Parks is set to open on Oct. 7, and the Santa Barbara County Arts Commission, the County Park Foundation, and the County Art in Public Places Committee are looking for artists who celebrate the outdoors. The call is open to all California residents. Work will show at Channing Peake Gallery in Santa […]
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The winners are …
Every rock star has to get a start somewhere, whether it’s a coffee shop, a dive bar, or a backyard party. So will you see the next Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, or Sean Kingston at this year’s New Times Music Awards? Maybe not, but then again, you just might. Either way, judging by last year’s […]
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Sitcom world, good talent
PCPA promises one thing with its genre-bending production of Songs for a New World: a new and provocative universe, with virgin territory to explore. Or, at least, the play’s creator, Jason Robert Brown, made this promise implicitly when he titled his 1995 production. But Brown fails to deliver on this promise, and even with the […]
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Plan highlights space industry
Continuing and expanding the state’s space industry is the primary focus of the California Space Enterprise Strategic Plan 2010-2012, announced July 29 by the California Space Authority. The plan was developed in collaboration with 200 senior-level and executive space industry stakeholders, representing about 100 industrial, governmental, academic, and nonprofit organizations throughout the state. It addresses […]
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Ag women host fundraiser
The Santa Maria chapter of California Women for Agriculture, an organization dedicated to the survival of the agricultural industry, is holding its annual Casino Night on Sept. 18. The event is the group’s main fundraiser of the year and includes a Santa Maria-style barbecue, wine tasting, gaming, and a silent and live auction. The cost […]
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These are the salad days
Celebrate all that goes into your salad and the people who get produce to your plate at the inaugural Salad Bowl Festival on Sept. 12 in Guadalupe. The event kicks off with a half marathon and 5k run/walk, with registration beginning at 6:45 a.m. The celebration continues throughout the day with arts and crafts, family- […]
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Wingstop lands in Santa Maria
Award-winning restaurant chain Wingstop is bringing its chicken wings to Santa Maria. With more than 600 locations nationwide, Wingstop features fresh, cooked-to-order wings and boneless chicken strips in unique flavors such as hickory smoked BBQ, lemon pepper, and garlic parmesan. Side dishes include fresh-cut seasoned fries, bourbon baked beans, and homemade potato salad. Open from […]
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Chris Mallory
Baseball coaches on the Central Coast see many good players; however, few leave as strong an impression as Chris Mallory has. Mallory, a second baseman for the Santa Maria Packers, was recently given the California Collegiate League Player of the Year Award, beating out three other candidates in a close vote by league coaches. Mallory, […]
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P.A.L. baseball takes tournament
The Santa Maria Police Activities League (P.A.L.) kicked off its fall 18-U baseball league in fine fashion, winning the Mountain Baseball Tournament in Tehachapi on Aug. 1. Righetti High School’s Nick Bischoff pitched a complete game against the Tehachapi Trojans in the championship, recording a 7-3 win. The team was propelled into the finals thanks […]
