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Central Coast Magazine may be folding
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments
Central Coast Magazine (CCM), unofficial chronicler of the lifestyles of the local rich and famous, may be publishing its final issue. [Tribune] The glossy publication, originally started in 2003, faces mounting debt, a loss of advertising revenue, and legal infighting.... (Continue reading)
Update: Parkinson unaware of tax liens?
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 237 comments
In response to allegations that San Luis Obispo County Sheriff candidate Ian Parkinson was untruthful when he said that he has never had any tax liens, attorney John Ronca said his candidate had paid off three liens and asserts Parkinson... (Continue reading)
New Times, old photo?
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 54 comments
In a much to do about nothing scenario, New Times co-publisher Alex Zuniga sent out e-mails that said both CalCoastNews and Arroyo Grande High School had broken copyright laws because they had put a New Times photo of the high... (Continue reading)
Parents of truant children face jail
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 9 comments
The California Senate passed a bill Thursday that allows prosecutors to send parents of children in kindergarten through eighth grade to jail if their kids miss too much school [FresnoBee] Senate Bill 1317 allows prosecutors to charge parents with misdemeanors... (Continue reading)
In-N-Out will be In Arroyo Grande by end of year
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | One comment
The hugely popular In-N-Out restaurant chain is expected to open in Arroyo Grande by the end of the year. [Tribune] Approved by the city planning commission last December, the new In-N-Out restaurant will occupy space near the old Sizzler on... (Continue reading)
Governor to announce tough budget cuts today
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 7 comments
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is unexpected Friday afternoon to unveil his latest proposals for closing the multi-billion dollar budget gaps–the emphasis is expected to be on deep budget cuts and elimination of key programs. [Los Angeles Times] Administration spokesperson Aaron McLear... (Continue reading)
Cal Poly student wins big on “Wheel of Fortune”
Written on 14 May, 2010 in Discovered | One comment
Fourth year Biology major Katie Berger shouldn’t have any problem paying tuition after winning nearly $50,000 on TV’s “Wheel of Fortune.” [KSBY] The Cal Poly student won $49,493 in cash and prizes in an episode that aired locally Thursday night.... (Continue reading)
School lockdown after shots fired
Written on 13 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments
Atascadero Police have identified the person responsible for shooting a gun near an elementary school two mornings in a row as an 11-year-old neighbor of Santa Rosa Academic Academy.[KEYT] Shortly after 8 a.m., shots rang out and the school went... (Continue reading)
This week’s dumbest criminal
Written on 13 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 8 comments
A Fresno County woman who led California Highway patrol officers on a high-speed chase through San Luis Obispo was taken into custody on Wednesday around noon. [KSBY] Officers pulled over Sylvia Ramos for speeding southbound on U.S. Highway 101. Ramos,... (Continue reading)
Chamber’s annual mixer showcase, event photos
Written on 13 May, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | No comments
The San Luis Obispo Chamber’s annual showcase featured more than 130 booths from area businesses. Attendees packed the Embassy Suites main floor to enjoy giveaways, samples, prices and refreshments on May 10. Find local events as well as movie show... (Continue reading)