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SLO County Supervisor Bruce Gibson’s ploys aren’t over yet

Written on 15 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Opinion | One comment
T. Keith Gurnee

OPINION by T. KEITH GURNEE San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Bruce Gibson’s attempt to hire both his wife and his hand-picked successor for District 2 supervisor as his county-funded office assistants isn’t over yet. After finding that a prior ruling... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police arrest commercial burglar

Written on 15 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE A commercial burglar is in jail after an observant Santa Maria police officer spotted him attempting to exit a secured parking lot adjacent to a closed business on Saturday. Shortly before 5:30 p.m., the officer was patrolling... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County deals on dining, lodging, happy hours

Written on 14 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

Find great local sales and deals on dining, happy hours, lodging, golf and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach Fall in love Breathe in autumn, breathe out... (Continue reading)

One woman crime spree hits San Luis Obispo County

Written on 14 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE A 34-year-old serial thief with a criminal history that crosses multiple California counties is facing 42 felony charges following an alleged six week crime spree in San Luis Obispo County. From Oct. 26 through Dec. 12, Lauren... (Continue reading)

Big rig driver arrested for drunk driving near Avila Beach

Written on 14 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

By KAREN VELIE A California Highway Patrol officer arrested an allegedly drunk big rig driver on Dec. 10 on Highway 101 near Avila Beach. Shortly before 9 p.m., the officer pulled over the commercial truck driver for speeds of up... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices falling, find lowest costs

Written on 14 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE With gas prices the lowest in four years, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County fell 12 cents last week to $4.55 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. In California,... (Continue reading)

The affordability crisis, California style

Written on 13 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Opinion | 11 comments

OPINION by ANDY CALDWELL I have to laugh at New Yorkers, among others, whose concern over the affordability crisis, prompted them to elect a socialist. The point here is that government is nearly entirely responsible for the affordability crises, and... (Continue reading)

SLO County unemployment rate continues steady decline

Written on 13 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County’s unemployment rate fell slightly in September to 4.8%, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday. During the same time, unemployment rates increased in both California and in United States. The county unemployment rate... (Continue reading)

Woman shot, injured in Santa Maria

Written on 13 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE A woman was shot and injured in Santa Maria early Saturday morning. The suspect is on the run. Shortly after midnight, a caller reported a shooting on the 1000 block of W. Morrison Street. Officers arrived to... (Continue reading)

3.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Templeton

Written on 12 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

By KAREN VELIE A shallow 3.5 magnitude earthquake in Templeton rattled northern San Luis Obispo County on Friday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey. Shortly after 3:30 p.m., the quake struck in rural Templeton near Jack Creek Cellars.... (Continue reading)