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Two cats die from bird flu in Santa Barbara County

Written on 25 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Two domesticated cats from different households recently died of bird flu in Santa Barbara County, according to the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department. After testing positive for influenza A, a rare occurrence in felines, the infected... (Continue reading)

Woman injured in San Luis Obispo, hit-and-run driver arrested

Written on 25 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE A driver crashed into a woman in San Luis Obispo on Friday afternoon and then fled the scene. Officers later arrested the suspected hit-and-run driver. Shortly after 1 p.m. on Dec. 20, a 9-1-1 caller reported a... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande police warn community of package thief

Written on 24 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE Arroyo Grande police are warning the public of a man wearing a UPS vest who was videotaped stealing packages from homes on Crown Hill and East Branch Street this week. There were also reports of similar incidents... (Continue reading)

Eye on Ty: Who is the pot dealer backing Lewis’ conspiracy claim?

Written on 23 Dec, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 33 comments

Editor’s note: This is the second in a three-part series regarding Paso Robles City Manager Ty Lewis’ claims of a conspiracy. Read part-one: Eye on Ty: Recording refutes Paso Robles manager’s conspiracy claim. By KAREN VELIE When Paso Robles City... (Continue reading)

Joy Health Bar in Shell Beach closing

Written on 23 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

  By KAREN VELIE After over seven years in business, Joy Health Bar in Shell Beach is closing its doors. Dec. 30 will be the last chance to visit the juice and yogurt bowl restaurant. A series of economic hardships... (Continue reading)

Find San Luis Obispo County deals on happy hours, dining, lodging

Written on 22 Dec, 2024 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

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. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach Sycamore loves locals For San Luis Obispo County... (Continue reading)

Warning of possible flooding at the Oceano Dunes

Written on 22 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE Forecasters are warning the public of large breaking waves of 15 to 25 feet today through Tuesday morning, along with dangerous rip currents and possible flooding at the Oceano Dunes. “Flooding of sea water is likely around... (Continue reading)

Party City closing in San Luis Obispo, everything on sale

Written on 22 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 14 comments

By KAREN VELIE Another victim of the economy, Party City is closing its more than 800 stores, including its store in San Luis Obispo. After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is joining a growing list of retail stores... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County waste agency needs to walk the walk

Written on 21 Dec, 2024 in Featured, Opinion | 10 comments

OPINION by JULIE TACKER Based on increases in fuel, wages and strict regulations on what goes into the landfill, many of us in San Luis Obispo County are once again facing garbage rate increases. To help alleviate the impacts to... (Continue reading)

Shoplifter sting nets two in Santa Maria

Written on 21 Dec, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

By KAREN VELIE Santa Maria police officers arrested two people during a shoplifter sting in Santa Maria this week. Following an election in which the public voted to increase penalties for shoplifters, the police department took a proactive approach by... (Continue reading)