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Mulholland rules out running for mayor of San Luis Obispo

Written on 23 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 8 comments

The rumors have been flying fast and furious around town for more than a month, but former city councilmember Christine Mulholland wants to make one thing perfectly clear: She is definitely not running for mayor of San Luis Obispo in... (Continue reading)

Central Coast Fashion Week, event photos

Written on 23 May, 2010 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

Friday night’s third of five runway fashion shows at the Native Lounge in San Luis Obispo was an eye catching event with models from Haute Couture Kristina Michelle and Avanti presenting their 2010 lines. For more events at this venue... (Continue reading)

This week’s dumbest criminal

Written on 23 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 4 comments

This week’s Dumbest Criminal Award goes to a Nevada woman who was arrested for stealing a bottle of wine from a grocery store while intoxicated…and topless [San Francisco Chronicle] The aptly-named Brandi Smith, 41, of Gardnerville was arrested May 10... (Continue reading)

Patterson wants supes to oppose Proposition 16

Written on 23 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 14 comments

The increasingly controversial Proposition 16 on the June 8 ballot has picked up more local opposition. County Supervisor Jim Patterson wants his colleagues to formally go on record against the PG&E financed-initiative. [Tribune] Proposition 16, backed by PG&E to the... (Continue reading)

Video Pick: Coyote

Written on 22 May, 2010 in Discovered | 3 comments

By DAVID CONGALTON Steve is 31, already retired, and bored with life. He made his money quick and easy as a successful Tucson entrepreneur. Now he plays golf, lectures other young wannabe Donald Trumps and acts bemused as his beautiful... (Continue reading)

Tough week for PG&E

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

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) is coming off a pretty tough week. First, federal investigators issued a report, blaming PG&E for faulty work and a delayed response to complaints of a gas leak that led to a fatal home explosion... (Continue reading)

Three finalists named for Warren Baker’s job

Written on 21 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 3 comments

Cal Poly officials released the names Friday morning of the three finalists to replace Warren Baker as university president. Baker is retiring after serving as president since 1979. Each of the three candidates is being brought to campus next week... (Continue reading)

The issue is water in Paso Robles

Written on 21 May, 2010 in Opinion | 14 comments

Opinion by KAREN REED The City of Paso Robles has taken the final steps to saddle us with exorbitant and irresponsible water rates. They have done a good job of making everyone believe this is a water issue. This is... (Continue reading)

Southern Californians to hit the road Memorial Day

Written on 21 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | No comments

Get ready. The Central Coast should expect its share of Southern California visitors over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. A new survey by AAA shows that people from the Southland are ready to hit the road again for a mini-vacation.... (Continue reading)

Justice Department approves special election to replace Maldonado

Written on 21 May, 2010 in Daily Briefs | 7 comments

The U.S. Justice Department ignored concerns by California Democrats and approved a special election for June 22 to fill the state Senate seat of Abel Maldonado (R-Santa Maria). [San Francisco Chronicle] Democrats had hoped to block the election with a... (Continue reading)