The US Department of Agriculture has confirmed 12 cases of new world screw worm, or NWS, within the United States as of June 15th. Confirmed detections include eight cattle cases, two goat herds, one flock of sheep in Texas, and a dog in New Mexico. The California Farm Bureau says the risk to the state…
Multiple fourth of July festivities and events are available across San Luis Obispo county for residents to enjoy this Saturday. The Independence Day celebration in Cayucos kicks off with a sculpture contest at 4 am, finishing at 10 am to go along with the fourth of July parade on 7th street. At 9 pm will…
The next step for the Bob Jones pathway gap closure project will be presented to the board of supervisors in its next meeting on July 7th. After failing to acquire a segment of land through eminent domain in 2025, the county coordinated with Caltrans to develop the project in two phases, and use a right-of-way…
CASO_NR_26_01_BLM Cen Cal California Lease Sale_FINAL The state’s Bureau of Land Management has opened up a 30-day public scoping period for input on 50 oil and gas parecels that may be included in a future lease sale in Kern, Kings, Fresno, and San Luis Obispo county. The parcels total to be 36,000 acres. All permits…
A massive cruise ship is on lockdown in San Francisco after an outbreak of norovirus affected more than 100 passengers and 20 crew. The Ruby Princess was on a 20-day round-trip Alaskan voyage, when parts of the crew began to experience norovirus symptoms. The ship is now working with the CDC to isolate passeners and…
News Release – JUL03 -SevenOaksVMP Cal Fire San Luis Obispo will be conducting a prescribed burn this morning as part of its ongoing vegetation management program. The burn is planned to occur on private lands approximately 5 miles southeast of Santa Margarita, on Seven Oaks way between Las Pilitas road and Parkhill road. The burn…
Karen Velie hosts “Sound Off” every Wednesday and Thursday. Karen brings a diverse range of guests to talk about the issues that affect us most. Tune in to the longest running talk show on the Central Coast – now in its sixth decade. Erik in for Karen. Sound Off guest(s): *Jules on to…
Open Mic Friday with Darcia Stebbens and Kenney Enney, is a lively discussion of local and national topics. It may be controversial or a positive local story. Either way… you won’t want to miss it. Call 805-238-KPRL (5775) to join in and let your opinion be heard.
San Luis Obispo police responded to a report of a robbery involving an elderly victim on Monday at about 6:18 pm. The incident took place on the 400 block of Prado road. Following an investigation, police determined that a suspect, 60-year-old Anthony Smith, approached an elderly victim from behind, placed his hands on the victim’s…
The California Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to slow down and drive responsibly as they head out for this Independence day weekend. CHP will be rolling out its holiday enforcement period to address unsafe driving and keep California roads safe this weekend. The enforcement period starts at 6 pm tonight, and will go through July…
