Articles Tagged With ‘Campaign 2016’




Cambria bait and switch

OPINION by CYNTHIA HAWLEY This Cambria Community Services District Board of Directors pulled a fast one on Cambria’s rate payers. It’s an old con trick called the “pig in a poke” or “bait and switch.” The con is that the... (Continue reading)

Erik Howell’s partner accused of stealing campaign signs

The domestic partner of Pismo Beach Councilman Eric Howell is accused of stealing yards signs erected by political opponents of the South County politician. The alleged yard sign theft is the latest development in an ongoing controversy surrounding the California... (Continue reading)

Say yes to pride in Arroyo Grande and no to Caren Ray

OPINION by LINDA KEATING This year, the city of Arroyo Grande was awarded the SLO New Times “best controversy or scandal of the year” for the cover up of the city manager’s after hours’ tryst. This scandal was preceded by... (Continue reading)

Why are Democrats voting for Jordan Cunningham?

OPINION by KELLY MANDERINO I am a woman, a Democrat, and a deputy district attorney in San Luis Obispo County. For years, I have prosecuted domestic violence cases and worked with Jordan Cunningham as a prosecutor. I also have handled cases with him... (Continue reading)

Locals support Jordan Cunningham

OPINION by JEANNIE NIX If you look at the California Secretary of State financial reports from Jordan Cunningham, you will notice he has received a lot from people in our local community.  If you look at Dawn Ortiz-Legg’s reports, well... (Continue reading)

Poll shows Peschong expanding lead over Martin

By KAREN VELIE Republican John Peschong is building on his wide lead over Democrat Steve Martin as the campaign for the San Luis Obispo County District 1 supervisor seat enters its final week, according to a CalCoastNews poll conducted Sunday.... (Continue reading)

It’s time for SLO voters to remove turncoat Democrats

OPINION by ALLAN COOPER Over the past several years, I and a not-very-small group of registered Democrats here in San Luis Obispo have been fighting our City Council over their loose interpretation of the general plan. This has resulted in... (Continue reading)

Don’t be misled by falsehoods and divisive messages

OPINION by JIM HILL In Arroyo Grande, Richard Waller’s campaign materials misrepresent and misinform. It starts with his introduction. His family is third generation but Richard spent most of his life in Nevada. While his family does have agricultural heritage;... (Continue reading)

Vote Nicholas Mattson for mayor of Atascadero

Opinion by Katherine “Kat” Breig Nicholas Mattson embodies the changes Atascadero needs to move towards a new direction while keeping in alignment with Atascadero being a bedroom Community. He also realizes and can relate to the needs of families and... (Continue reading)

Jordan Cunningham has a proven track record

OPINION by AMANDA STALLMAN Assembly Candidate Jordan Cunningham’s qualifications as a candidate for State Assembly are impressive. His diverse background as a deputy district attorney, small business owner, and Templeton Unified School Board Trustee gives him serious clout when it... (Continue reading)