A vehicle fire on highway 41 east of Atascadero blocked traffic in both directions for several hours. CHP received the report of the fire at about 10:34 am on January 28th, near Road Runner lane in the Atascadero area. CHP’s incident page said a white dodge ram was “fully engulfed” in flames on the roadside.…
Teachers, and members of the Paso Robles public educators union packed Tuesday’s Paso Robles school board meeting. PRPE was there to protest a 1% salary increase and 1% off-schedule one-time payment that was previously offered by district administration during negotiations. Many speakers cited working multiple jobs just to make ends meet, and how a 1%…
The city of Atascadero has officially released its 2026 event calendar, allowing residents to plan activities with family and friends. More than two dozen events are planned throughout the year, including the Central Coast Craft Beer Festival, Saturday in the Park Concert Series, holiday boutique, light up the downtown, and noon years eve. More information…
The Morning Exchange; North County’s local news show airs 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. every weekday. Hosts Kevin Will and Chris Garcia take a lively, sometimes irreverent look at local issues. Weather every hour around the clock. Call in and let your voice be heard on a number of topics.
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. Sound Off guest(s): *Deputy Clint Cole discussing the latest cold…
The county behavioral health department has been selected to receive a $21 million grant from the state. Supported by proposition 1, the grant will be used to purchase and renovate an existing facility in Paso Robles, offering a comprehensive range of behavioral health services and resources to youth and adults. This is a new “pathways…
San Luis Obispo county residents packed the board of supervisors chambers yesterday afternoon in a nearly 8-hour long public forum. The forum was scheduled in response to growing concerns about the role of the county sheriff’s office in complying with immigration and customs enforcement. The forum is required by the transparent review of unjust transfers…
The California mid-state fair is proud to announce its theme for 2026: Back to the 80’s. The theme marks the fair’s 80th anniversary. “Each year’s theme helps shape the overall fair experience… fairgoers can expect an atmosphere inspired by the 1980s – celebrating the music, fashion, and pop culture that defined the era.” The theme…
Two goal setting workshops are scheduled for the city of Atascadero this week. The meetings will be held Friday, January 30th and Saturday the 31st in the city council chambers. Friday’s meeting starts at 6 pm, and will review upcoming and ongoing projects and improvements for economic and community vibrancy, and on the zoo operations.…
Reorganized California Convention San Luis Obispo, CA. Featuring Lara Logan and Patrick Wood at the famous Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Road, SLO. February 6th and 7th, tickets are limited. VIP dinner on Friday 6-9 PM Reorganized Convention Saturday 9-5:30. NewCaliforniaState.com/events
