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Grover Beach police responded to reports of a “suspicious device” on the 1200 block of Mentone avenue last night. The street was closed off to traffic, and a shelter-in-place was issued for nearby residents in response. Later that evening, the Grover Beach police cleared the area, saying the device was determined to be a geocache…
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation reported yesterday that Paul Flores, the man convicted of murdering Cal Poly student Kristin Smart, has been hospitalized following an alleged attack in prison. Flores is incarcerated at the Pleasant Valley state prison, and was transported from the prison in Coalinga to an “outside medical facility” yesterday. The…
The city of Paso Robles announced it will be hosting a community celebration of life in honor of the late mayor Steve Martin. The event promises to be “a heartfelt evening of remembrance… to celebrate the vibrant life of mayor Martin.” Speeches honoring his legacy will be given, and attendees will be afforded the opportunity…
The US 101 Southbound Camp Roberts safety roadside rest area reopened to the public yesterday morning at 10 am. The facility has gone through extensive renovations since May of 2021. Newton Construction and Management of San Luis Obispo oversaw the 4.2 million dollar construction project. Part of the project has added new fiberglass septic tanks,…
The Pioneer Day Old Timer’s Barbecue will return this Sunday, August 27th at San Miguel community park, at 1325 K street. The fundraiser is hosted by the San Miguel Lion’s Club. Tickets are 15 dollars each, covering a meal that includes half a chicken, beans, salad, french bread, dessert, and soda. Attendees that are 80…
The San Luis Obispo police department announced yesterday that it’s seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a masked prowler. The suspect has been active in the neighborhoods off Grand avenue. Two surveillance videos have come from the 0 block of Hathway and 1700 block of McCollum. The incidents occurred on August 5th and 16th between…
Production statistics for the local agricultural industry have been announced by the county department of agriculture. For its second consecutive year, San Luis Obispo county has set a record-high total value, reaching $1,084,322,000. For the fourth consecutive year, strawberries remain the county’s top valued crop, and wine grapes stay in second place. The two crops…
The San Luis Obispo county public works department recently said that customers who receive water from the Lopez water treatment plant may notice an unusual taste and/or odor in their water over the next week. The plant services the cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Oceano, Avila Beach, and Shell Beach. A release…
San Luis Obispo overdose awareness day will be held on August 31st. This annual event is free to attend, and will include a resource fair, free overdose reversal medication, and a candle-lighting ceremony. According to the website for the event, San Luis Obispo county lost 123 residents to overdose in 2021, an increase of 40%…
Salud Carbajal, a representative of California in the US house of representatives, spoke on Thursday at the San Luis Obispo county Farm Bureau headquarters. Carbajal expressed support for Diablo Canyon to remain open, saying that decommissioning the plant could cause power outages throughout the state. Diablo Canyon continues to pursue a valid license renewal application…
