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Two brothers are being held without bail in jail, on trial for the alleged murder of 50-year-old Isabel LucasVelasco. Court documents of their hearing reveal further details of this alleged murder. 45-year-old Alejandro Soriano Ortiz is assumed to be the ex boyfriend of Lucas Velasco. The two were last seen together leaving a job site…
Paso Robles Schools Launch Innovative Year-Round Bus Driver Position The Paso Robles school district has announced they have launched a unique, year-round position to help address a nationwide bus driver shortage. The new position: transportation & facilities support technician, offers full-time year-round employment, unlike a traditional 10-month bus driver position. Superintendent Jennifer Loftus said: “By…
The county sheriff’s office announced they have located an at-risk missing person. 86-year-old James Quinn was found in a field near San Luis Obispo Country Club by members of the sheriff’s rescue team. He was first reported missing on October 13th. The sheriff’s office says he was unresponsive when he was located. He received immediate…
The Atascadero city council discussed cannabis laws at length in its meeting last night, as part of a management report from staff. The report gave council details on the history of cannabis regulations in the city, potential impacts with allowing retail cannabis storefronts in the city, and steps to move forward with this process. If…
Winners for the 2025 Pioneer Day parade have been released, with rankings available for the pet show contest, little cowboy/cowgirl contest, Pioneer Day games, and more available. Here are some of those winners now: For the 2025 horseshoe contest winners: Mens division went to Frank Madden And women’s division to Torrey Owens. For the 2025…
The county sheriff’s office has provided an update for the investigation into missing 50-year-old Isabel LucasVelasco of Coalinga. The sheriff’s office says they have worked extensively this past month into her disappearance. On Saturday, October 11th, they, the Fresno county sheriff’s office search and rescue teams, and other detectives located a body, believed to be…
10-14-25 Agenda English The Paso Robles school board will review funding options for its Facilities Master Planning (FMP) process in its next meeting tonight. The FMP is a comprehensive assessment to the district in identifying long-term infrastructure and modernization needs, upgrading classrooms, campuses, and other district properties. To fund the FMP, the district will consider…
The Creston Community Church will be holding its Fall Women’s Conference, this Friday and Saturday, October 17th and 18th. Full conference tickets are $125, or $50 for Friday eve only, and $75 for Saturday. Registration includes dinner and dessert for Friday, and breakfast and lunch Saturday. This year’s guest speaker is Laurie Lamb, with the…
The Atascadero city council’s next meeting will be tonight, with open session starting at 6. As part of tonight’s agenda is a comprehensive update for cannabis in the city of Atascadero. The agenda says council asked for a potential discussion regarding retail cannabis sales within the city on February 22nd, previously completing a second round…
TWCC_Scholarship_Press_Release_Final_v4 (1) The Templeton Women’s Charitable Club (TWCC) has expanded their annual scholarship program. TWCC says they will award three $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Templeton high school or Templeton Independent Study high school beginning in 2026, an increase from the two scholarships previously awarded. Founded in 1913, TWCC is a nonprofit organization dedicated…
