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June, 2010

Taking the pulse of National Public Radio

Written on 3 Jun, 2010 in Discovered | No comments

In a recent wide-ranging interview, Vivian Schiller, the CEO of National Public Radio (NPR) predicted that all cars will soon have Internet radio. [Barron’s] Interviewed at the D: All Things Digital conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, Schiller also predicted that... (Continue reading)

Search to replace Warren Baker at Poly continues

Written on 3 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 3 comments

Cal Poly will continue searching for a new president. [Tribune] Three candidates were brought to campus last month as possible replacements for retiring president Warren Baker after an extensive national search. A fourth candidate had withdrawn from consideration before campus... (Continue reading)

Taxi shortage fueling disorder?

Written on 2 Jun, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 36 comments

Despite the fact that cab owners in San Luis Obispo say there’s no shortage of taxis in the area, local bar owners and others contend there is a big shortage, especially on weekends when some patrons physically try to flag... (Continue reading)

Central Coast Fashion Week, May 29 event photos

Written on 2 Jun, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | One comment

LMFAO, an electric hop group out of Los Angeles, and Lucky Lulu’s introduced their 2010 line’s at the fifth Central Coast Fashion Show at Native Lounge in San Luis Obispo. Some key items noticed included ankle socks, 80’s retro style... (Continue reading)

Give a buck on Hunger Awareness Day

Written on 2 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 5 comments

Volunteers across the county are busy mobilizing at the last minute for Thursday’s 4th annual Hunger Awareness Day, organized by the Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County. The concept is both amazingly simple and surprisingly effective. People are... (Continue reading)

Oakland might license, tax indoor marjiuana growers

Written on 2 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 2 comments

Oakland is currently facing a $42 million shortfall. So is anyone surprised at the news that city officials are considering a plan to sanction and tax commercial pot growing operations? [AP] After becoming the first U.S. city to impose a... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival, event photos

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

One of the largest festivals on the Central Coast, this event brought thousands together to enjoy music, contests, great food and fun activities. If you would like to buy a high resolution print of any of these photos contact photographer... (Continue reading)

MGMT at Avila Beach Resort, event photos

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

Kicking off the Memorial Day weekend, MGMT turned out a dynamic show at the Avila beach Golf Resort on May 28. The young pop band originated in Brooklyn and was nominated for a 2010 Grammy award for best new band.... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles couple shot dead in their home

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 17 comments

UPDATE: The county coroner released the names of the couple Wednesday morning. They are Phillip Gordon Rodrigues, 73, and Sharon Lynne Rodrigues, 64. No further details regarding the shootings has been released. UPDATE: San Luis Obispo Sheriff deputies are investigating... (Continue reading)

Proposed bus fare increases anger riders

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 22 comments

In a move to compensate for a 16-percent reduction in state funding, San Luis Obispo city staff is asking for higher bus fares, an end to free transfers from one bus to another and a reduction in trolley services in... (Continue reading)