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June, 2010

Election night cliffhanger: Blakeslee is close

Written on 22 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

Republican Sam Blakeslee came oh-so-close Tuesday night to clinching the state Senate race outright, but he fell short by only a handful of votes, leading observers to wonder whether there are uncounted absentee ballots remaining that might yet allow him... (Continue reading)

Be sure to vote today!

Written on 22 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | No comments

You have until 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 22nd, to cast your ballot and make your voices heard in the special state Senate District 15 election. Four candidates seek your vote: Republican Sam Blakeslee of San Luis Obispo, Democrat John Laird... (Continue reading)

Dumb legislator of the week

Written on 21 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 12 comments

Here’s our vote for the Dumb Legislator of the Week: The California Legislature is considering a proposal that would turn all license plates into mini-digital billboards for advertising. [Associated Press] State Sen. Curren Price (D-Los Angeles) is promoting the idea... (Continue reading)

The most popular articles on CalCoastNews

Written on 21 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 6 comments

We had a staff meeting the other day and the question popped up–What are the the articles on our site getting the most attention, the most “hits?” We already know that the typical CalCoastNews reader is smarter, better read, and... (Continue reading)

Downtown Brew clears rumors of closure

Written on 21 Jun, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 4 comments

For 16 years, notable performers have made music and revelry at San Luis Obispo’s Downtown Brew, but a few days ago, rumors started circulating that the popular night spot had closed its doors. And while the club is in the... (Continue reading)

Tuesday’s election centers on one issue: Oil

Written on 21 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 4 comments

It probably wasn’t supposed to be this way, but analysts are suggesting that Tuesday’s special election to fill Abel Maldonado’s state Senate seat is coming down to one key issue: Offshore oil drilling and which candidate comes across with the... (Continue reading)

California finds it’s not easy to boycott Arizona

Written on 20 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 16 comments

Many California cities–including Los Angeles, Oakland, San Francisco, and Berkeley–were quick to jump on the Boycott Arizona movement after the Grand Canyon State cracked down on illegal immigration recently. However, many of these these same cities are now discovering how... (Continue reading)

Avila Beach Fish and Farmer’s Market, event photos

Written on 19 Jun, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

Flooded by sunlight and in constant view of the sea, this week's Fish and Farmer's Market at Avila Beach was a whirl of fresh berries, roasted corn, live music and an easygoing vibe. Popular among locals and out-of-towners alike, the market... (Continue reading)

Movie Review: Please Give

Written on 19 Jun, 2010 in Discovered | One comment

  By DAVID CONGALTON Boy, you think living in San Luis Obispo is expensive, try New York City real estate. Kate (Catherine Keener) and Alex (Oliver Platt) have already bought the apartment of their 91-year-old next door neighbor Andra (Ann... (Continue reading)

Assault victim’s lawyer fights for 911 tape

Written on 19 Jun, 2010 in Uncovered SLO | 75 comments

The lawyer for a developmentally disabled Atascadero man, who was physically assaulted in March by an off-duty San Luis Obispo police officer, is planning on suing Atascadero police to make the 911 call of the incident public. The... (Continue reading)