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Insiders bet on Lichtig for harbor commissioner. Did it pay off?

By KAREN VELIE A group of political insiders poured over $20,000 into the Port San Luis Harbor District commissioner race, all backing former San Luis Obispo City Manager Katie Lichtig and a plan to industrialize the harbor. One of the... (Continue reading)

Financial mismanagement continues at SLO County waste agency

OPINION by JULIE TACKER Years of financial mismanagement, conflicts of interest and embezzlement at San Luis Obispo County’s waste management agency led to investigations, resignations and an arrest. Even so, it appears that instead of learning from the past, conflicts... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County specials on dining, lodging, happy hours

Find great local sales and deals on dining, lodging, happy hours, golf and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. SeaVenture Beach Hotel and Restaurant in Pismo Beach Sit at the windows of SeaVenture Restaurant... (Continue reading)

Small decline in abortions after Row v. Wade overturned

By KAREN VELIE Even though 13 states enacted abortion bans after Roe v. Wade was overturned, abortions in the United States fell only 2% a year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In 2021, there were... (Continue reading)

Disoriented seals and sea lions found on Central Coast beaches

By KAREN VELIE Members of the public are spotting disoriented marine mammals on Central Coast beaches. Under the Pismo Beach Pier on Friday afternoon, a disoriented sea lion appeared to suffer from mutiple seizures. Wildlife groups from Oceano to Morro... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande police to conduct DUI patrols on Saturday

By KAREN VELIE Arroyo Grande police officers plan to patrol for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on Saturday, the department announced Friday. Additional officers will be patrolling the streets from 8 p.m. to 2... (Continue reading)

Motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 154

By KAREN VELIE A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Highway 154 in Santa Barbara County on Friday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. Shortly before 5 a.m., the motorcyclist hit a guard rail near East Camino Cielo.... (Continue reading)

Carquest Auto Parts closing stores in Arroyo Grande, Santa Maria

By KAREN VELIE In an attempt to turn its business around, Carquest Auto Parts is closing down more than 500 stores including one in Arroyo Grande and two in Santa Maria. In total, the parent company for Carquest, Advance Auto... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles manufacturing facility closing after 40 years

By KAREN VELIE A Paso Robles based manufacturing facility is slated to close early next year. Joslyn Sunbank will permanently close its doors on Jan. 16, 2025, according to a WARN notice filed with the state last week. Because of... (Continue reading)

Driver flees drunk driving crash in Morro Bay, then returns

By KAREN VELIE A drunk driver crashed into a wall on South Bay Boulevard in Morro Bay on Wednesday night, and then fled the scene. The driver, however, promptly returned and claimed responsibility for the collision. The uninjured driver was... (Continue reading)