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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)

British Petroleum’s shadow in Sacramento

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | One comment

Chances are if you think of the word oil, what comes to mind is the massive environmental tragedy in the Gulf Coast, off Louisiana. Which means you’re also thinking about British Petroleum (BP), the company currently facing international criticism for... (Continue reading)

Water main breaks in San Luis Obispo

Written on 1 Jun, 2010 in Daily Briefs | No comments

UPDATE: A broken major water main left many homes and offices in San Luis Obispo–including French Hospital–without water. At approximately 4 p.m., the water was turned back on. Johnson Avenue, however, will remain under repair into the night, said French... (Continue reading)

Why voters need to reject slush fund politics

Written on 31 May, 2010 in Opinion | 7 comments

By Matt Kokkonen All over America, voters are rejecting the lies and half-truths of politicians. They are rejecting “business-as-usual” politics, secret political agendas, and the influence of Big Money on our elections. They are demanding greater transparency and accountability from public officials. They... (Continue reading)