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To allow for short-term hotel units in commercial zones to compete in the growing market for long-term stays, such as those offered by Airbnb’s, the Atascadero city council will consider amending its municipal code. These amendments would allow hotels and motels to establish rooms for extended or long term lodging, establishing the definition of these…
Shandon-San Juan Water District Adopts Resolution Opposing Groundwater Extraction Fees for Domestic Users in the Paso Robles Basin The Shandon-San Juan Water District recently adopted a resolution, opposing groundwater extraction fees on de minimis users in the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. The resolution was adopted at its March 26th meeting, according to a release by…
In an effort to combat underage drinking, Shandon high school Friday Night Live has launched a campaign to challenge negative stereotypes of youth and alcohol. The county behavioral health department announced this campaign in a release yesterday: the student-led campaign challenges the stereotype that all young people engage in underage drinking – a myth often…
A portion of the Salinas River Trail will be closed until April 25, 2025. The city of Paso Robles cites construction improvement as the reason for this closure. The trail is closed at a section between the woodland shopping center entrance, and Larry Moore Park. Signs warning of the trail closure will be posted at…
Through April 25th, the Paso Robles Main Street Association is accepting donations to its scholarship fund. The goal is to raise four $500 dollar scholarships for graduating Paso Robles high school students, who plan to pursue a career in business. Donations can be made via check at Main Street’s office, 835 12th street Suite D.…
Rocky Canyon TT Pile Burning 4.3.25 Cal Fire San Luis Obispo announced they will be conducting a vegetation management pile burn next week. The burns are scheduled for Tuesday, April 8th through Wednesday, April 9th, starting at around 9 am each day. Cal Fire says they will go through approximately 5 acres of brush piles…
Residents may see drones flying over their neighborhoods throughout this week across San Luis Obispo county. The drones are likely from PG&E, who says they will be using the drones to capture photos of power lines during the day. PG&E says this will be used to maintain the safety of the electric grid, and reassures…
Concerts in the Park 2025 Lineup Press Release Concerts in the park will be returning this year to the downtown city park in Paso Robles, kicking off Thursday, June 12th. Each concert will start at 6 pm in the downtown city park on most Thursday nights, running until August 28th. The Rec Foundation has released…
Fire Hazard Severity Zone LRA The new fire hazard severity map for San Luis Obispo county will be presented at the next board of supervisors meeting, Tuesday, April 8th. These maps are prepared by the office of the state fire marshal, required by assembly bill 337. The map identifies areas by their fire hazard severity,…
Paso Robles emergency services will be hosting a wildfire safety class Wednesday, April 9th. The class will be held in the library conference room from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, and will instruct residents on how to best prepare themselves, their family, and their home for wildfires and potential evacuation. This class is free, but registration…
