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Safety first at Paso Robles schools, no to a new aquatic center

OPINION by KENNEY ENNEY The citizens of Paso Robles voted to approve Bond Measure M-16 in Nov. 2016. “To repair, acquire, upgrade, equip and construct school classrooms and facilities including science, technology, engineering, arts, and math classrooms; expand career technical... (Continue reading)

SLO County supervisor candidate Susan Funk tied to misleading mailer

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County District 5 Supervisor Debbie Arnold has accused Susan Funk’s campaign of trying to influence the vote by sending out misleading mailers in an attempt to give the false impression Arnold endorses Funk. Last... (Continue reading)

How to deal with stormy power outages in Cayucos

By DELL FRANKLIN Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author Dell Franklin.  Franklin’s memoir, “The ballplayer’s Son” is... (Continue reading)

Assemblywoman Dawn Addis on medical leave

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County Assemblywoman Dawn Addis is out on medical leave because of a mass discovered in her abdomen. In late December, Addis suffered stomach pains and sought medical help at a hospital. Doctors found a... (Continue reading)

SLO County District 5 supervisor candidates debate water, wind energy

By KAREN VELIE The two candidates battling over the San Luis Obispo County District 5 supervisor seat, Atascadero Mayor Heather Moreno and Atascadero Councilwoman Susan Funk, displayed their differing views on water,  wind energy, homelessness and taxes during a Feb.... (Continue reading)

SLO County Valentine deals on dining, lodging and more

Celebrate Valentines Day with a couples spa treatment or a fabulous multi-course meal. Find great local deals on dining, lodging, happy hours and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort Room... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo conducting DUI patrols on Super Bowl weekend

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo police officers plan to patrol for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs during Super Bowl weekend, the department announced Thursday. Additional officers will patrol the streets throughout the weekend.... (Continue reading)

Killer who dumped body in Nipomo sentenced to 35 years to life

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A Santa Barbara County judge on Wednesday sentenced a Santa Maria woman to 35 years to life in prison for murdering a man whose remains were found on a Nipomo golf course in 2020.  Following a trial... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande man facing child pornography charges

By KAREN VELIE Officers arrested a 26-year-old Arroyo Grande man on Wednesday after finding child pornography on electronics at the suspect’s home. After receiving a tip from the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Arroyo Grande police officers raided the... (Continue reading)

Vote Heather Moreno SLO County supervisor, for a balanced approach

OPINION by ADAM VERDIN As a resident and business owner deeply concerned about California’s homeless crisis and its impact on San Luis Obispo County, its human cost, and its effect on public safety, I am proud to support Heather Moreno... (Continue reading)