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April, 2017

SLO County businesses undergo shake-up

Written on 14 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 23 comments

Applebee’s is leaving Paso Robles and three Radio Shack stores in San Luis Obispo County are shutting their doors. Meanwhile, Alaska Airlines has begun flying passengers into San Luis Obispo from Seattle and vice versa. The Paso Robles Applebee’s closed... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria man busted for alleged gambling operation

Written on 14 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

Santa Maria police broke up a an alleged illegal gambling operation on Thursday and arrested the owner of the betting establishment. After a lengthy investigation, the Santa Maria Police Department’s Community Services Unit raided an establishment in the 100 block... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande council extends city sales tax

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 15 comments

The Arroyo Grande City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to extend the city’s half percent sales tax for five years. The move will keep the tax in place until at least 2022. In Nov. 2006, Arroyo Grande voters approved Measure O,... (Continue reading)

Check fraud suspects caught in SLO with meth and toddler

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 10 comments

Three Fresno residents are accused of using fraudulent checks in San Luis Obispo County that have resulted in local businesses suffering $160,000 in losses, with another $150,000 in losses expected, according to SLOPD. Officers located the suspects in San Luis... (Continue reading)

Suspects get away after shooting in Arroyo Grande

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

A man was shot at a home in Arroyo Grande Thursday morning, prompting a police search that has yet to net any suspects. The shooting occurred around 9 a.m. in the 1400 block of El Camino Real. The victim was... (Continue reading)

After the new gas taxes, just say no

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Featured, Opinion | 15 comments

OPINION by MICHAEL BROWN Surprise, surprise – San Luis Obispo County Supervisors Debbie Arnold and Lynn Compton and the Central Coast Taxpayers’ Association were absolutely right in opposing the 2016 Measure J countywide sales tax increase.  At the time, they... (Continue reading)

6 tasty Easter brunch recipes

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Discovered, Featured | No comments

From ham to asparagus to lemon cheesecake, here’s what to cook on Easter Sunday. Find the perfect Easter brunch desserts and dishes with a little help from Spencer’s Fresh Markets in Morro Bay and Santa Maria. Cheddar-Chive Biscuits   Ingredients:... (Continue reading)

Another man dies in county custody

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 9 comments

A 60-year-old man died at the San Luis Obispo County Jail on Thursday morning. It is suspected the man died from natural causes, according to county personnel. The sheriff’s department plans to hold a news conference at 2 p.m. today.... (Continue reading)

California vaccine rates hit high after mandatory vaccination law

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 8 comments

In the first year of California’s mandatory vaccination regime, vaccination rates among kindergartners reached their highest level since 2001, according to a report released by the California Department of Public Health. From the 2015-2016 school year to the 2016-2017 school... (Continue reading)

Sheriff Parkinson finds no wrongdoing in death of inmate

Written on 13 Apr, 2017 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 23 comments

By KAREN VELIE There are multiple reports, logs and press releases documenting Andrew Holland’s time in county custody and his death, many of which include conflicting information. San Luis Obispo County Sheriff Department staffers appear to be manipulating the truth... (Continue reading)