July 25, 2021 at 8:05 pm by Marisol Cruz
When the news broke that the film âDeltopiaâ was set to release, a flurry of responses poured out on social media platforms. Described as a coming-of-age drama that is âloosely based on real events from the actual Deltopia,â the film follows a group of high school students who travel to Santa Barbara after finishing their last day of high school to attend the unsanctioned party.
Cast of the Deltopia film. Courtesy of Deadline
Olivia Newton-John â most known for her role as Sandy in the movie musical âGreaseâ â is one of the prominent names rumored to executive produce the project, which is directed by Michael Easterling and Jaala Ruffman. The directors have briefly touched on their vision for the film, stating that âBringing the teen experience to life as honest as possible is very important to us … Teenage rebellion is our driving force in the film, with kids uniting against âTh
July 15, 2021 at 4:27 pm by Atmika Iyer
Bob Geis, the county-appointed Isla Vista Community Services District director, resigned from his position effective July 14 to join his wife in retirement.Â
During the Isla Vista Community Services Districtâs (IVCSD) July 13 meeting, the board unanimously approved a resolution honoring Geis and his work.
Geisâ involvement with the IVCSD dates back to 2017, prior to the IVCSD having a revenue source to fund their operations. Aside from his involvement with the CSD, Geis has been heavily involved in Isla Vista over his 40-year career. Geis was the former county auditor-controller and often worked with the Isla Vista Recreation and Park District.Â
The resolution shares several examples of local LGBTQ+ activism following the Stonewall Riots, including the establishment of the Gay Liberation Front office at 900 Embarcadero Del Mar.