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Atascadero Jr. CEO Program 04.03.2023

Two dozen Jr. CEO’s set up booths at the Plaza in Atascadero in the culmination of the five week “Jr. CEO Program.” The children and youth attended five Zoom meetings during which they were coached by business leaders about marketing, bookkeeping and other aspects of operating a small business. On Saturday, the Jr. CEO’s set…

Bridges in SLO County 04.03.2023

The bridges of northern San Luis Obispo county. KPRL talked Friday with San Luis Obispo county public works about the bridge on Creston road which is closed near South El Pomar drive. The county’s Mike Hill says they will ascertain this week how long it will take to get that bridge over the creek repaired…

Crime Workshop 04.03.2023

This evening, the city of Paso Robles is conducting a Parent/Community Workshop Entitled Drugs, Gangs, and Cybercrime. This is held in conjunction with the Paso Robles school district. It gets underway at 6:30 at the Paso Robles police department. En Espanol, a las Cinco y media. You may remember that the Paso Robles high school…

Mortgage Rates Drop 03.31.2023

Meanwhile, mortgage rates drop for the third week in a row. That gives home buyers more power in paying for a home. The interest rate on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage decreased to 6.32%, according to Freddie Mac. The rate has dropped almost three points in the past three weeks.

CA Down Payment Program 03.31.2023

The state of California is offering down payments to first time home buyers. It’s called the “Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program.” It helps first time home buyers with their down payments. Initially, the state funded $500 million for the program. This year’s budget includes $300 million for the program. There are a list…

Rainfall in the North County 03.31.2023

Rainfall in the north county has the Huer Huero river running strong beside the Ravine water park and along Airport road. Folks have kept track of annual rainfall since the 1870’s. The wettest rainy season was 1883-1884 when Paso Robles recorded 42.40 inches of rain. More than double what we’ve received this year. Downtown streets…

North County Weather 03.30.2023

Today, cloudiness early with a little sunshine this afternoon. Highs near 58 with NNW winds 5-10 mph. Tonight, partly cloudy, lows near 36, light variable winds. Tomorrow, mostly sunny, highs near 63 with NW winds 5-10 mph. The extended forecast, mostly sunny skies through the weekend and continuing through next week. Rainfall over the past…

In Sports 03.30.2023

Some call it the flea market final four. Not one of the four teams still standing in the NCAA tournament were ranked #1, 2 or 3 in their bracket. So Saturday, #9 Florida Atlantic plays #5 San Diego State. Then, #5 Miami plays #4 Uconn. The winners play Monday night for the national championship. TV…