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April, 2010

Abel Maldonado interviewed on Colbert Report

Written on 30 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 4 comments

Another first for the Central Coast — Abel Maldonado became the first local public figure to be interviewed by Stephen Colbert on Comedy Central’s popular TV show, “The Colbert Report.” [Los Angeles Times] Maldonado flew to New York City for... (Continue reading)

State auditor criticizes high-speed rail project

Written on 30 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 3 comments

A new report by State Auditor Eileen Howle raises serious concerns about California’s plan to build a multi-billion dollar high-speed rail line to connect major cities. [California Watch] The report, commissioned last year by the Legislature, accuses the California High-Speed... (Continue reading)

Blakeslee to run for State Senate

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | One comment

To the surprise of no one, Sam Blakeslee has decided to seek the California State Senate seat vacated by Abel Maldonado’s recent elevation to lieutenant governor. [Tribune] Blakeslee is expected to make a formal announcement Friday morning at his Pismo... (Continue reading)

Anthem Blue Cross drops request for rate hikes

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | No comments

California’s largest for-profit insurance company is withdrawing rate increases of as much as 39 percent for thousands of policyholders statewide. [Los Angeles Times] The action by Anthem Blue Cross on Thursday came after state insurance regulators rejected the proposed increases.... (Continue reading)

Pozo Saloon Stampede on Sunday April 25th

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

Performing at the Pozo Saloon is somewhat of a rite of passage in the country music world; singers such as Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam and the Charlie Daniels Band have played there. Merle Haggard, dressed casually in a brown T-shirt,... (Continue reading)

Billionaire banker buys Pacific Capital Bancorp

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 6 comments

Billionaire banker Gerald Ford has agreed to buy a 91 percent interest in Pacific Capital Bancorp, the parent company of First Bank of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Bank and Trust, for $500 million. [Rueters] The company plans to... (Continue reading)

Federal action against Coast National Bank

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 6 comments

The Federal Reserve Bank on Thursday announced a regulatory action taken against Coast Bancorp, in a move to maintain financial soundness at the bank, according to the federal order issued in San Francisco. Under a written agreement, the parent company of... (Continue reading)

Journalist Evan Thomas comes to Hearst Castle

Written on 29 Apr, 2010 in Discovered | No comments

Newsweek editor and bestselling nonfiction author Evan Thomas is coming to the Hearst Castle Visitors Center on Saturday, May 8. Thomas will be in the main gift shop from 1 to 4 p.m., signing copies of his new book, The... (Continue reading)

Arnold resigns from Arroyo Grande city council

Written on 28 Apr, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments

The Arroyo Grande City Council will move quickly to fill a vacancy following Tuesday’s announcement by councilman Ed Arnold that he will resign. [Tribune] Arnold made the announcement at the start of last night’s meeting. “It’s a very sad time... (Continue reading)

Beauty salon inspector accused of targeting minorities

Written on 27 Apr, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 15 comments

A state inspector, in charge of examining beauty salons and barber shops in San Luis Obispo County, has been accused of leveling steep fines on local beauticians and disrespecting the salons’ operators. Her behavior has caused some to question her motivation... (Continue reading)