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Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services announced that the city has received a significant improvement to its Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating. This rating “evaluates communities nationwide on their structural fire suppression capabilities.” Classifications range from class 1 (exemplary) to class 10 (does not meet minimum criteria.) The city of Atascadero’s rating…
The county district attorney’s office, in partnership with community partners, will be hosting its 5th Free Clean Slate Clinic on March 6, 2026, 10 am to 4 pm at the SLO County Law Library. The Clean Slate Clinic assists qualified individuals to eliminate a barrier to employment and housing caused by criminal history. District attorney…
02-24-2026 Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Announces Ribbon Cutting for Paso Robles Aquatics Center The ribbon cutting ceremony for the Paso Robles Aquatics Center will be held next week on Friday, March 6th, starting at 10 am. The Aquatics Center represents a significant milestone for the district, made possible through the voter approved Measure…
Attendees packed the Paso Robles school board meeting last night, primarily for two lengthy discussions. The first was an update on budget reductions, where the board is considering ways to reduce its budget for fiscal year 2026 – 27 by about 2.7 million dollars. This will be done through staff reductions. The board also received…
The Celebration of Life for Norma Moye will be held this Saturday, February 28th. This will take place at 11 am in the Estrella building in the mid-state fairgrounds. The event will include several guest speakers, including friends, business associates, and others connected to Norma’s work. Norma died peacefully on December 15, 2025 at the…
The California Mid-State Fair has announced the return of the 2026 Central Coast Home Brew and Winemaking competition. Both of these competitions will take place in May. Competitors are invited to submit beer, cider, perry, and wine for professional evaluation by experienced local judges. Brews will be featured from San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara…
The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments will be presenting its draft expenditure plan for the half cent sales tax to seven cities in the county, as well as the board of supervisors. The SLOCOG board approved this final plan on February 4, 2026, and must be approved by a majority of these cities and…
Press Release – Uptown Family Park Community Garden Workshops About Preparing Your February Garden Paso Robles Recreation Services will be holding the next free public workshop at the Uptown Family Community Garden this Saturday, February 28th, from 10 to 11 am. These workshops are held on the fourth Saturday of each month. The Uptown Community…
Students from Lewis Flamson junior high school organized a protest over the weekend that took place yesterday, mirroring the actions taken by students at Paso Robles high school. About 100 students walked off the campus at 24th and Spring street, with others staying on campus. Superintendent Jennifer Loftus sent an email out to families regarding…
The county district attorney’s office announced they have settled a lawsuit with the owner of the “Black Pearl” fishing vessel. The DA’s office says its operator and owner, Brian Walker, has agreed to pay $12,600 in penalties and restitution, and abide by fishing restrictions when taking customers sport fishing. The DA’s office says this lawsuit…
