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December, 2009

When the Tribune gets it wrong

Written on 19 Dec, 2009 in Opinion | 3 comments

By JOHN SALISBURY “Reports of my demise have been greatly exaggerated,” as penned by Mark Twain, seems an appropriate reply to the Tribune’s unfortunate and erroneous “Big Buzz” article from December 3. Our business has suffered greatly since The Tribune... (Continue reading)

Expect court delays due to budget woes

Written on 19 Dec, 2009 in Daily Briefs | No comments

California budget woes are likely to be felt throughout the state trial court system, threatening hundreds of legal jobs and bringing the judicial process to a crawl. Cash-strapped Sacramento cut almost $400 million from the judicial budget and California courts... (Continue reading)

Jesus versus Santa Claus

Written on 18 Dec, 2009 in Daily Briefs | 8 comments

A controversial Christmas lawn display in Nipomo is getting national attention, thanks to stories broadcast on both CNN and Fox News.  KCOY Channel 12 reports that artist Ron Lake has created a display depicting Jesus holding a shotgun over the... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo slated to pay $195,000 for alleged police brutality

Written on 18 Dec, 2009 in Uncovered SLO | 48 comments

San Luis Obispo taxpayers are in line to pay $195,000 to a local business owner for alleged excessive force by police officers during a case of mistaken identity. Attorneys for both the city and Jeff Milne, the owner of... (Continue reading)

Federal agents bust human smuggling ring

Written on 18 Dec, 2009 in Daily Briefs | One comment

Two Paso Robles women successfully relayed information through the Paso Robles Police that helped bust a human smuggling ring. [KSBY] The women’s boyfriends paid human smugglers to bring them to the United States from Mexico. The smugglers brought the men... (Continue reading)

PG&E rescues 2-1-1 Hotline

Written on 18 Dec, 2009 in Uncovered SLO | One comment

CalCoastNews has learned that PG&E is stepping in with an emergency grant of $20,000 to keep the countywide 2-1-1 call system in business at least through June 1, 2010. Expect the official announcement to be made early next week. The... (Continue reading)

Hearst Castle to introduce self-guided tour

Written on 18 Dec, 2009 in Discovered | 2 comments

Hearst Castle officials have announced a new self-guided tour of castle grounds, designed to allow visitors to explore the estate’s fabled gardens and Neptune Pool at their own pace. Starting in mid-March, special sunset tours will be introduced on Friday... (Continue reading)

Best man rigs newlyweds’ bed to tweet during sex

Written on 17 Dec, 2009 in Discovered | One comment

We’re sorry, but this is just too good not to share with you. This could be the best practical joke ever played on a newlywed couple. The Washington Post offers the deliciously wicked tale of the British best man who rigged... (Continue reading)

State population growth slows

Written on 17 Dec, 2009 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments

People still might be migrating West, but not necessarily to the Golden State. California’s population grew less than 1 percent in 2008, the slowest growth rate in more than a decade. The minimal growth barely kept up with the number... (Continue reading)

Free Christmas dinner offered by Brad’s

Written on 17 Dec, 2009 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments

Brad’s Restaurant in Pismo Beach is opening its doors on Christmas Day from 1 to 6 p.m. to provide a holiday dinner for those in need. A traditional Christmas meal including turkey, ham and all the trimmings, will be served.... (Continue reading)