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Private investigator files lawsuit against Paul Flores’ parents, failure to pay

Written on 5 Aug, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE Editors Note: This the third in a four-part series on three civil lawsuits and an appeal related to the investigation, trial and incarceration of Paul Flores. Read part one, “Will Paul Flores return to San Luis Obispo... (Continue reading)

One person dead on Highway 46 in Paso Robles

Written on 5 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE First reported as a rollover crash with one person dead, investigators are unsure what happened early Tuesday morning on Highway 46 near Highway 101, police said. Photos of the incident show a brown pickup truck sideways on... (Continue reading)

Firefighters slow spread of Gifford Fire, now at 72,460 acres

Written on 5 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Firefighters made “great progress” on the Gifford Fire burning in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties on Monday and overnight, according to incident overview. Now 7% contained, the fire has scorched 72,460 acres. “Great progress was... (Continue reading)

Stacy Korsgaden announces campaign for California Insurance Commissioner

Written on 4 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 14 comments

By KAREN VELIE Businesswoman, licensed insurance professional, and Grover Beach resident Stacy Korsgaden has announced her campaign for California Insurance Commissioner, vowing to bring reform to a failed system that is causing chaos across the state. “California’s insurance market is... (Continue reading)

Pismo Beach man buys permission to build a seawall

Written on 4 Aug, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 21 comments

By KAREN VELIE After battling for more than two decades to protect his home on the bluffs of Pismo Beach, Gary Grossman agreed to pay $548,170 for permission from the California Coastal Commission to repair his seawall. At a Pismo... (Continue reading)

Gifford Fire balloons overnight to 65,000 acres

Written on 4 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The Gifford Fire burning in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties ballooned to 65,062 acres overnight, with 3% containment. In SLO County, the fire crossed Branch Mountain Road, while on the southeast flank, it continued its... (Continue reading)

Lacking management staff, San Simeon asks the county for help

Written on 3 Aug, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Grappling with a shortage of leadership, San Simeon Community Services District is seeking help from San Luis Obispo County under a mutual aid agreement. Less then two weeks ago, both the interim general manager and a director... (Continue reading)

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

Written on 3 Aug, 2025 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 Your Sycamore Summer Located at the heart of... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices rise slightly, find lowest costs

Written on 3 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE After months of falling prices, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County rose two cents to $4.87 a gallon last week, according to figures from AAA. In California, the average price... (Continue reading)

Gifford Fire scorches 30,519 acres, injures three people

Written on 3 Aug, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The Gifford Fire burning in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties grew to 30,519 acres by Saturday evening, with 5% containment. While firefighters battled the blaze, three people suffered minor to major injuries. A helicopter transported... (Continue reading)