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Paso Robles ranked fifth in best Main Street list

By KAREN VELIE Paso Robles made the top 10 best Main Streets in the United States, with the downtown ranked fifth by USA Today. Main streets across the United States are experiencing a renaissance,” according to USA Today. “Once abandoned... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria man arrested over domestic violence and stolen gun

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Santa Maria police officers arrested a wanted man Monday morning, which led to the recovery of a stolen gun. Shortly before 11 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1600 block of South McClelland Street in... (Continue reading)

Trump administration ends wind energy lease off coast of Morro Bay

By KAREN VELIE The Trump administration on Monday announced that it made deals to end two more offshore wind leases: Golden State Wind off the coast of Morro Bay in California and Blue Point Wind off the coast of New... (Continue reading)

Take a look at San Luis Obispo County rainfall totals, reservoir levels

By KAREN VELIE With multiple storms hitting San Luis Obispo County this April, rainfall totals are well above average in all areas of the county, according to the SLO County website. All areas of the county have exceeded yearly average... (Continue reading)

California Coastal Commission overstepped its authority in Los Osos

By KAREN VELIE The California Supreme Court ruled this week that the Coastal Commission overstepped its authority when it blocked a developer from building already permitted homes in Los Osos in what some are calling a landmark case. “Today’s decision... (Continue reading)

Find deals in SLO County on happy hours, lodging, dining

Find great local sales and deals on dining, happy hours, lodging, golf and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Hunter Ranch Golf Course – Hunter Ranch Bar & Grill Twilight special golf rate Tee... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police detain drinkers, arrest suspect for firearm violation

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Santa Maria police officers arrested a suspect who allegedly tried to discard a ghost gun that he was carrying on Friday night. Shortly after 11 p.m., Gang Suppression Team officers arrived in the area of Grogan Park... (Continue reading)

Gas prices jump in San Luis Obispo County, find lowest costs

By KAREN VELIE Amid instability in the Middle East, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County jumped 11 cents last week to $6.08 a gallon, according to AAA. In California, the average price for... (Continue reading)

Pismo Beach Councilman Scott Newton announces run for mayor seat

By KAREN VELIE Pismo Beach City Councilman Scott Newton announced he plans to run for the mayor seat currently held by Ed Waage, who is not running for reelection. Newton has served on the council for more than five years.... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria officers arrest teen with a loaded gun

By KAREN VELIE As part of its proactive enforcement opperation, Santa Maria police detectives arrested a 16-year-old with a loaded weapon on Thursday evening. Shortly after 6:30 p.m., officers patrolling the 400 block of W. Stowell observed a subject flee... (Continue reading)