Long ago and far away overseas, while serving in the Army in the early 1960s, I witnessed something in the name of “military justice” that angered me and turned my stomach. It still does. I served in Asmara, Eritrea, on an Army Security Agency post called Kagnew Station and was an Army broadcaster with the […]
Service, disconnected
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Aly Beebe
St. Joseph’s Lady Knights are mounting another playoff charge, and once again, Aly Beebe is the center of attention. The 6-foot-4 sophomore led a balanced assault in a 94-14 drubbing of Malibu in the second round of the CIF Southern Section Division 4A playoffs on Feb. 20. In just about a half of playing time, […]
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YMCA registers for winter sports
The Santa Maria Valley YMCA is now registering for Rookie Sports basketball and progressive swim lessons. Rookie Sports basketball is offered to children ages 3 to 6. Games will be held Wednesdays from March 10 to April 7. The registration deadline is March 5, and the cost is $48 for YMCA members and $63 for […]
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Red and blue support Special Olympics
“Protect and serve” will take on a whole new meaning as local and military law enforcement officers prepare to volunteer their time as waiters at Red Lobster’s “Cops and Lobsters” event on Feb. 26 and 27. The event is a fundraiser for local Special Olympics athletes and part of the nationwide Law Enforcement Torch Run […]
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Apply for Bull Canyon Run
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department is now accepting applications for runners looking to participate in the 2010 Bull Canyon Run, to be held May 8. More than 1,000 runners and walkers are expected for the 12th running of the event, which will kick off at 8 a.m. with a 5K and 10K run […]
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Ruff and tumble
While military vehicles parked outside alert visitors to the National Guard Armory’s intended purpose, a different sort of army prepares for battle inside. Eager for battle, they circle a smooth, concrete track—on roller skates. The sights and sounds of flat-track roller derby arrived at the Santa Maria Fairpark for the first time in February, in […]
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Spiritual
BAHA’I interfaith worship services are the second Sunday of each month. Info: 489-4172. Children’s classes are the first Saturday of each month. Info: 937-9451. Study circles about The Life of the Spirit are ongoing in Santa Maria. For questions, dates, and times: 614-0963. Info: 937-9451. BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH holds worship services Sundays with Holy Communion […]
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Farmers Market
SANTA MARIA 100 S. Broadway at Main, Wednesdays, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Features local beekeepers’ honey and bee pollen, breads and pastries, plants and flower bouquets, fresh fruits and vegetables. ORCUTT Corner of Clark and Bradley, Tuesdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh honey, flowers, and eggs, along with fresh fruits and vegetables. […]
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BARBECUES
ONGOING FILIPINO COMMUNITY OF SANTA MARIA VALLEY barbecues Filipino food at the Smart and Final parking lot, N. Broadway on Saturdays and Sundays. Menu items include tri-tip, chicken, beef kabobs, chicken adobo, salad, rice, and bread. Meals cost $6. Info: 922-3422 or 922-3799. FILIPINO CATHOLIC SOCIETY, under the direction of St. Mary’s Church and St. […]
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Health
SANSUM CLINIC presents a free stress management class in four parts on March 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the clinic. A cholesterol management class is March 4 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the clinic. Cost is $10. Sansum Clinic is located 1225 North H St., Lompoc. Info: 737-8700. MARIAN MEDICAL CENTER offers […]
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Art
COFFEE AND COMPANY presents the art of Terrence McConnell March 1 through 31 in the coffee shop’s Lucman Gallery, 245 Town Center West, Santa Maria. An opening reception is March 1 from noon to 4 p.m. at Coffee and Company. Info: 928-6492. ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE presents its annual Fine Arts Student Art Show through March […]
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Learning
ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE presents a Cash for College Night offering free FAFSA assistance to high school seniors at Righetti High School in Orcutt on Feb. 25. Info: 546-3108. THE CITY OF LOMPOC Parks, Recreation, and Urban Forestry Department presents a “Super Sitter” class by the American Red Cross on Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. to […]