PG&E customers could see a credit to their energy bills this April. PG&E says “millions of residential and eligible small business customers will see a California climate credit automatically applied” to their bills. Residential households with an active natural gas account will receive a credit of $46.26, and small business customers that are eligible will…
The county board of supervisors discussed the findings of its Ad Hoc immigration task force in its meeting on Tuesday. The task force was formed following the January 27th board of supervisors meeting that garnered significant public attention and scrutiny on the role of the sheriff’s office and county jail with immigration enforcement. In the…
News Release – Wendy Watkins Celebration of Life Cal Fire San Luis Obispo has announced they will be holding a celebration of life for Cal Fire firefighter Wendy Watkins, a resident of Paso Robles. Wendy passed away in her Paso Robles home on March 19, 2026, “after a long battle with job-related cancer.” Cal Fire…
Amtrak announced the launch of a new daily Pacific Surfline round trip between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo, “expanding travel and commuter options for riders along California’s central coast.” The service expansion will begin May 4th. Six daily trips to Goleta and three daily trips to San Luis Obispo will improve weekday commuter flexibility…
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): *Gaea Powell in to speak about her…
The head of the Templeton Area Advisory Group was taken into custody late last week following a hearing regarding the violation of multiple restraining orders. 70-year-old David Leader was appointed as chairperson of TAAG following the resignation of former chair Jennifer Jones, and the removal of former vice chair Murray Powell. During this time, Leader…
After more than 20 years serving on the Paso Robles city council, mayor John Hamon announced at the end of last night’s meeting that he will not seek reelection. Hamon was appointed to serve as mayor after the passing of the late mayor Steve Martin, and his term will end in 2026. It is up…
2026 Community Services Art and Culture Board Recruitment Press Release The Paso Robles Community Services District is calling on residents to apply for the Art and Culture Board. The newly established board will advise the city on matters pertaining to visual art in public places, within city-owned or controlled areas. The board will assist with…
Atascadero Fire and Emergency Services announced earlier this week that the 2026 burn season is now closed. Atascadero Fire “strongly encourages residents to utilize alternative forms of disposal, such as the waste alternatives’ green waste recycling center or the Chicago Grade landfill.” Property owners found to be in violation will be cited. For more information,…
