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Early warning sirens along the coast of San Luis Obispo will be undergoing their low-volume quarterly growl tests starting today, and going through April 2nd. These sirens encompass the Diablo Canyon emergency planning zone, from Cayucos in the north to the Nipomo Mesa in the south. Each siren in the area will be tested for…
The county office of public libraries invites families to attend the Día del Niño Festival in the San Miguel park, Saturday, April 26th from 11 am to 3 pm. This children’s day festival returns for its second year, and brings a variety of games, performances, and activities to San Miguel. A release by Erica Thatcher,…
The city of Atascadero and Charles Paddock Zoo have proudly announced that the zoo has been granted accreditation for another 5 years by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. Dr. Cynthia Stringfield, zoo director of the Charles Paddock Zoo, said that only 10% of zoos across the world meet the standards of accreditation. Accreditation is…
The Atascadero school board has announced its pick for the district’s next superintendent. After the board chose to not move forward with its controversial pick in March, E.J. Rossi, they resumed their search and have decided on Dr. Tom Bennet. An open letter by acting board of trustees president, Denise McGrew-Kane, says Dr. Bennet is…
Press Release 2025 Clutter to Cash The Templeton Community Services District announced they will be holding a community-wide yard sale Saturday, May 3rd. Starting April 1st, residents in the CSD’s boundaries can register their yard sale for free online until April 28th. The CSD will compile all registered yard sales into a community map that…
Press Release – UB Relocation The city of Paso Robles announced several services will be moved to city hall, 1000 Spring street above the city library. Previously located at the city hall annex, 821 Pine street suite A, this relocation allows for improved access, efficiency, and services delivery for local residents and businesses. The following…
First gathering in the Mixteco Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) parking lot on 15th street, dozens of protestors gathered in Paso Robles on Sunday through the rain to show their support of immigrants. Protest signs not only rallied support for immigrant communities, but also contained messages against ICE, Elon Musk, and President Donald Trump. Following…
Pursuit 3-29-25 The Paso Robles police department responded to a report of a possible DUI vehicle on Spring street Saturday evening. A release by the department says the vehicle was driving in the center of the roadway on Spring street, and when officers stopped the vehicle on the 400 block of Spring street, the vehicle…
Coffee with the Superintendent The Paso Robles school district extends an invitation to the community to join superintendent Jennifer Loftus for an informal meeting. “Coffee with the Superintendent” will offer a space to engage with superintendent Loftus for an opportunity of dialogue, questions, and active participation. The event takes place April 3, 2025, at 8…
The owners of property within the Olsen ranch/south Chandler facilities may see an increase its special taxes. The area has been previously deemed a community facilities district (CFD) by the city, which allows for a special funding mechanism in the form of bonds to pay for significant infrastructure and public services, according to the agenda.…
