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SLO County Supervisor Gibson hires his favorite candidate

Written on 9 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Shortly after bringing his wife back to work for him in his office, San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Bruce Gibson announced plans to bring his chosen successor to also work as a part-time legislative assistant in his... (Continue reading)

Nepotism has no part in San Luis Obispo County government

Written on 9 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Opinion | No comments

OPINION by MICHAEL ERIN WOODY As a resident of San Luis Obispo County, I am demanding that Supervisor Bruce Gibson resign office immediately. Gibson is morally corrupt and lacks the ethics to hold office.  Rather than face consequences for this... (Continue reading)

Firefighters battle chicken coop fire in rural San Luis Obispo County

Written on 8 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE A fire destroyed a chicken coop and an outbuilding in rural San Luis Obispo County on Monday morning. Shortly after 9:20 a.m., a caller reported the fire burning on Chimney Rock Road near Adelaida Road. Cal Fire... (Continue reading)

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

Written on 7 Dec, 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. Rock and Roll Diner in Oceano and Pismo Beach Brighten up your day with a... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices dropping, find lowest costs

Written on 7 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE While the national average price for a gallon of gas fell below $3, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County fell eight cents last week to $4.67 a gallon, according to... (Continue reading)

Order to release more water from Lopez Lake vacated, SLO County wins appeal

Written on 4 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 11 comments

By KAREN VELIE The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday vacated a court order to release more water from Lopez Lake to support steelhead trout migration because of the rulings possible impacts on the California red-legged frog and tidewater... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County animal activist sentenced to 90 days in jail

Written on 3 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 12 comments

By KAREN VELIE A judge on Wednesday sentenced a 23-year-old woman with an animal sanctuary in San Luis Obispo County to 90 days in prison. A jury previously found Zoe Rosenberg guilty of conspiracy and trespassing after she entered a poultry... (Continue reading)

SLO County Supervisor Gibson hires wife as his legislative assistant

Written on 2 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 29 comments

By KAREN VELIE Supervisor Bruce Gibson recently brought his wife back to work for him in his office, several county officials said. Cherie Gibson is currently serving a part-time role as Gibson’s legislative assistant. Gibson announced earlier this year he... (Continue reading)

SLO County Bar Associations voices concerns over fairness, bias

Written on 2 Dec, 2025 in Featured, Opinion | 12 comments

Statement by the San Luis Obispo County Bar Association The San Luis Obispo County Bar Association (S.L.O.C.B.A.) is committed to the mission of promoting the honor and dignity of the legal profession, fostering the highest professional standards, encouraging collegiality, educating... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County backyard burning season opening

Written on 2 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 13 comments

By KAREN VELIE Following recent rains, San Luis Obispo County on Tuesday announced plans to allow backyard burning beginning Dec. 8. With green grass emerging throughout the county, and stabilized fuel moisture levels, SLO County staff determined it is safe... (Continue reading)