LISA BROOKSStaff Writer What is supposed to be wild and untouched land is going to pot. Last September, $28 million worth of marijuana plants were found by federal authorities in Malibu Creek State Park. The plants were removed by the Malibu/Lost Hills narcotics division. The investigation is now being conducted by federal authorities, according to Sgt. Ken Davidson of the … [Read more...] about Marijuana removed from Malibu, shifts to federal scrutiny
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Natural science alumnus aids needy
ANNA KINGAssistant News Editor When people think of the traditional role of a doctor, few would jump to think of the situation into which 1992 Pepperdine alumnus Paul Giboney has chosen to devote his time and expertise. Instead of a shiny hospital in a suburban neighborhood, Giboney spends his days serving those who cannot afford medical treatment in the inner city of Los … [Read more...] about Natural science alumnus aids needy
Santa Monica professors demand salary increases
HAYLEY LERCHNews Assistant A compromise has yet to be reached between the Santa Monica College Faculty Association, an independent union that represents full and part-time teachers, and the Santa Monica College District on the issue of wage increases for teachers. The dispute follows the 2005 approval of a 2 percent cost of living adjustment, or COLA, for administration and … [Read more...] about Santa Monica professors demand salary increases
Compromise reached for student fee increase
BRITNEY MALONEYNews Assistant SGA passed a resolution to seek an increase the student programming fee from $45 a semester to $54 a semester at Wednesday night’s meeting, an increase of $18 for the school year. Dean of Students Mark Davis will bring the resolution to a finance committee within the Pepperdine administration that will make the final decision on the fee increase. … [Read more...] about Compromise reached for student fee increase
Mobile park needs permit to end stink
HAYLEY LERCHNews Assistant Paradise Cove residents live in a prime beachside area, but many of them are expressing their frustration with an unfinished sewage reconstruction project. Workers began digging up streets in August 2004 and have yet to repave them, which means muddy conditions are common, dust pervades the area and some residents are dealing with respiratory … [Read more...] about Mobile park needs permit to end stink