San Luis Obispo County gas prices fall slightly, find lowest costs
By KAREN VELIE Despite increased demand over the Thanksging holiday, gas prices dropped throughout the nation. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County fell one cent last week to $4.75 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. In California, the average price for a...
San Luis Obispo County officers arrest 12 for drunk driving during holiday
By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County law enforcement arrested 12 people for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol during the Thanksgiving holiday. From Wednesday through Friday, officers and deputies arrested 12 drivers. The California Highway Patrol arrested seven drivers, the SLO County Sheriffs Office arrested four drivers,...
FBI warns of scam calls and texts from phony financial institutions
By KAREN VELIE The FBI is warning the public of scam calls, texts, and emails that impersonate financial institutions in attempts to pilfer accounts, according to the Nov. 25 FBI warning. Since Jan. 1, over 5,000 residents reported more than $262 million in losses because of the scam. Cyber criminals...
Dan Blackburn’s book acquired by Simon and Schuster
By KAREN VELIE A best-selling book by CalCoastNews’ co-founder, Daniel Blackburn, has been acquired for digital distribution by Simon and Schuster, one of the “Big Five” publishers, third largest in the world. Blackburn was the sole reporter to interview Dorothea Puente, a rare female serial killer who was the central...
San Luis Harbor District delays vote on step towards industrialization
By KAREN VELIE Plans to transform Port San Luis Harbor District in rural Avila Beach into an industrial port hit a snag earlier this month when the commissioners delayed plans to vote on a $3 million grant after nearly 100 people showed up to voice their opposition. The small room...
Is senseless violence unstoppable?
By Commander Ron Cuff, U.S. Navy Retired Charlie Kirk and I grew up in the same town and attended the same schools. I met and spoke with Charlie at Turning Point USA headquarters about a year ago. He was killed on Sept. 10 by a disturbed individual who may or...
Arroyo Grande police to conduct DUI patrols on Saturday
By KAREN VELIE Arroyo Grande police officers plan to patrol for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on Saturday, the department announced Wednesday. Additional officers will be patrolling the streets from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. The department wants to keep the city safe while...
