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Former Cal Poly administrator sentenced to jail

Written on 29 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE A San Luis Obispo County judge on Tuesday sentenced a former Cal Poly administrator to 364 day in jail and three years probation for molesting his 6-year-old step-granddaughter in a hot tub last year. After pleading guilty,... (Continue reading)

Woman accused of election fraud sues witnesses in her case

Written on 28 Jul, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE A San Luis Obispo County woman facing nine felony counts for election fraud filed three lawsuits against witnesses and agencies involved in her criminal case and is considering filing another suit. Gaea Powell is facing charges she... (Continue reading)

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

Written on 26 Jul, 2026 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. SeaVenture Beach Hotel and Restaurant in Pismo Beach Pismo Beach summer offer 15% Any City... (Continue reading)

Gas prices soaring in San Luis Obispo County, find lowest costs

Written on 26 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 14 comments
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By KAREN VELIE Amid volatility in the Middle East, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County soared 13 cents last week to $5.90 a gallon, according to AAA. “Rising crude oil prices are behind... (Continue reading)

Lost hiker rescued at Montana de Oro State Park

Written on 21 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE A San Luis Obispo County search team on July 17 rescued a man visiting from another country who was hiking at Montaña de Oro State Park when he lost his way. The man was hiking alone in... (Continue reading)

Find deals in SLO County on happy hours, lodging, dining

Written on 19 Jul, 2026 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. Hunter Ranch Golf Course – Hunter Ranch Bar & Grill Twilight special golf rate Tee... (Continue reading)

Gas prices rising in San Luis Obispo County, find lowest costs

Written on 19 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments
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By KAREN VELIE Amid unrest in the Middle East, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County rose nine cents last week to $5.77 a gallon, according to AAA. “Instability along the Strait of Hormuz... (Continue reading)

Who are the highest paid SLO County officials, employees?

Written on 18 Jul, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 21 comments

By KAREN VELIE At a time San Luis Obispo County is dealing with staffing shortages, the county is paying some elected officials, department heads and employees more than $400,000 a year in total pay and benefits. In an attempt to... (Continue reading)

Losses in service jobs, jump in SLO County unemployment rates

Written on 17 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE After half a year of falling unemployment, rates increased in San Luis Obispo County in June to 4.3%, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday. While unemployment numbers climb, the size of the county workforce increased from... (Continue reading)

U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli, DA Dan Dow discuss combating crime

Written on 16 Jul, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayl discussed ongoing federal and local efforts to combat crime with San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow and other law enforcement officials in Los Angeles late last month. “We had... (Continue reading)