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As the 2025 – 2026 school year draws to a close, graduation ceremonies for seniors are all coming up here in San Luis Obispo county. Atascadero high school’s ceremony is scheduled for this Wednesday, June 3rd, 6 to 7 pm. For the Templeton Eagles, graduation will be this Thursday, June 4th at Volunteer stadium. Gates…
The Paso Robles joint unified school district released a statement this weekend regarding “visible profanity” on this year’s high school yearbook. The school district does not make direct reference to the photo, saying it is part of signs being held by participants, likely referring to the protests against ice organized by students. An image circulating…
05.29.26 PRJUSD Celebrates 34 Bearcats Entering the Education Field Following Landmark Ceremony The Paso Robles joint unified school district has recognized 34 Bearcat seniors for completing the Cuesta college dual enrollment child development and education pathway. They were also celebrated alongside 17 students from Atascadero high school. Through the education pathway, students earn transferable college…
The Paso Robles city council will receive an update in tomorrow night’s meeting regarding its next two fiscal year budget. The purpose of tomorrow’s reports is to provide the city council and a community an opportunity to both review, and provide input on the proposed budget prior to final adoption. City staff says there are…
A four vehicle collision occurred on highway 46 east yesterday afternoon, temporarily blocking westbound lanes of highway 46 near Jardine road. One lane was opened at about 4:05 pm, with four individuals determined to have minor injuries. The cause of the collision was not provided by any official information from CHP.
The San Luis Obispo county elections office says that it will be open for early voting starting Saturday May 30th from 9 am to 3 pm. New processes will allow voters to cast their ballot, and have their signature verified on the spot, allowing votes to be included in election night results. County clerk-recorder Elaina…
The county elections office is facing a shortage of poll worker staffing ahead of the primary election. A news release from the clerk-recorder’s office says that eight facilities remain short-staffed, and this could cause some polling places in the north county to be consolidated if they remain unfilled. It is not too late for community…
05.27.26 Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Welcomes Doreen Castillo as Director of District Data, Assessment and Plan Alignment The Paso Robles joint unified school district is pleased to announce the appointment of a new director of district data, assessment, and plan alignment. Doreen Castillo, with over 18 years of experience in administrative educational leadership,…
05.27.26 Paso Robles High School Athletics Accepting Nominations for 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Paso Robles high school’s athletic department is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Paso Robles high school athletic hall of fame. “The hall of fame honors former student-athletes, coaches, teams, administrators, and contributors who have made a lasting impact on Bearcat…
Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services has announced the passing of its former fire chief, Michael Paul McCain. McCain passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on May 17th. The city says he began his career with the Santa Barbara county fire department, and later joined the Atascadero fire department in 1971. He rose through…
