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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)

Jerry Brown’s Nazi problem

Written on 19 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 26 comments

The election race for California governor has barely begun, but already Democrat Jerry Brown is in the awkward position of defending himself following comments he made comparing opponent Meg Whitman’s campaign to a famous Nazi. [LA Times] Doug Sovern, a... (Continue reading)

Cal Poly gets an interim president

Written on 19 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | One comment

Cal Poly will have an interim university president in charge, most likely serving well into 2011. [Tribune] Robert Glidden, 73, former president of Ohio University, takes over July 31, when Warren Baker retires after more than 30 years as president... (Continue reading)

What would you do for five bucks?

Written on 18 Jun, 2010 in Discovered | 3 comments

We thought we had seen just about everything in terms of social networking on the Internet. Then we stumbled across Fiverr. The new web site seems to offer up everything from the silly to the serious. The premise is ridiculously... (Continue reading)