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National flags ignite firestorm at Atascadero Junior High School

Written on 7 May, 2011 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 155 comments

A disturbance erupted in the Atascadero Junior High School cafeteria on Thursday when several Caucasian students began waving American flags at students who were waving Mexican flags in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, said Kim Spinks, Atascadero Unified School District’s... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles couple pleads to harboring illegal aliens

Written on 7 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

A Paso Robles couple pleaded guilty late this afternoon to federal charges of harboring illegal aliens who were smuggled into the United States and worked under sub-standard conditions at the couple’s elder care facilities. Maximino Morales, 45, and Melinda Morales,... (Continue reading)

Swinging good times at the Pozo Stampede

Written on 6 May, 2011 in Discovered, Featured | No comments

By COLIN JONES The great thing about seeing a show at the Pozo Saloon is that it takes you straight back to 1979, that is if you’re willing to be transported. It’s gotta be the most unique concert venue in... (Continue reading)

Congress discussing off shore oil drilling

Written on 5 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 26 comments

Nearly a year after a BP oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico and created one of the largest environmental catastrophes of all time, federal lawmakers are considering encouraging drilling off the West Coast, including the rich oil beds... (Continue reading)

Hospital offers emergency room appointments

Written on 5 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 11 comments

In need of medical care, but not wanting to risk a long wait in a hospital emergency room? Patients can now call ahead and set an appointment for a visit to Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center’s emergency room in San... (Continue reading)

Pozo Saloon Stampede with Dwight Yoakam, event photos

Written on 4 May, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

If you love outdoor country music parties, Pozo Saloon was the place to be on Saturday afternoon with Dwight Yoakam, Easton Corbin, Jack Ingram, The Devil Makes Three, Truth and Salvage Co. and Jade Jackson playing for the crowd. Find... (Continue reading)

Oceano’s flooding debate continues

Written on 3 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

San Luis Obispo County Public Works officials discussed the history of Oceano’s flooding problems and possible solutions before a turnout of about 50 people, many state and local government employees, at a public meeting on Saturday. Members of the public... (Continue reading)

Racial graffiti at Orcutt school labeled a hate crime

Written on 3 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 8 comments

Racial graffiti scrawled on walls at an elementary school in Orcutt makes for the second incident of a hate crime at the school and the fourth on the Central Coast during the past month and a half. [Noozhawk] A janitor... (Continue reading)

Hospice du Rhone in Paso Robles, event photos

Written on 2 May, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

So you think you can Rhone? The truth is they knew they could Rhone at the 19 annual celebration of Rhone varietals in Paso Robles on Friday. Find local events as at CalCoastNews’ Event Calendar. If you would like to... (Continue reading)

Osama bin Laden is dead

Written on 1 May, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 105 comments

Nearly a decade after the September 11 attacks, Osama bin Laden is dead and the United States says it has his body. A U.S. military action conducted in Pakistan resulted in the death of bin Laden, President Barack Obama said... (Continue reading)