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Comedian returning to Paso Robles

George Lopez. Tickets go on sale this Friday – George Lopez, the multi-faceted entertainer with a career that encompasses television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television returns to the Vina Robles Amphitheatre stage as part of his Alllriiiiighhttt! Comedy Tour, Saturday, May 25. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster, Friday, Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. In addition to his tour, Lopez…

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Flood watch remains in effect in Atascadero

Photo of downtown Atascadero by reader Olan Kaigel. Additional .26 inches of rain in the forecast today – An additional .26 inches of rain is in the forecast again today for Atascadero. A flood watch remains in effect for all of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties except the Cuyama Valley and the far interior San Luis Obispo Valleys through Wednesday morning. Halcon Road in…

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Report: at least 45% of residents part of families unable to cover basic needs

Coalition releases report examining economic data and perspectives of Central Coast residents – Uplift Central Coast Coalition has announced the release of its Regional Plan Part I Report with an accompanying executive summary and databook. Uplift is convened by three economic development agencies: REACH, Economic Development Collaborative, and Monterey Bay Economic Partnership. The comprehensive…

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Two rescued from submerged vehicle in North County creek

Photo from Cal Fire. – Firefighters and urban search and rescue teams responded to a vehicle trapped in water with two occupants in San Marcos Creek near the 1100 block of San Marcos Rd. in Paso Robles on Monday. Both occupants were safely extricated. Authorities decided to leave the vehicle in the water until water levels recede. SWIFT WATER RESCUE: #BarnsIC, Firefighters & Urban Search &…

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Additional rain in the forecast for Atascadero this week

Photo of helicopter responding to swift water rescue in the Salinas River Monday morning. High water levels prompt river rescue in Paso Robles – A swift water rescue is currently underway in the Salinas River behind Kohl’s in Paso Robles, according to Cal Fire and eye witness reports. The Salinas River is at 20.72 feet as of 7:30 a.m. Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service.…

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Firestone Walker releases new XPA

Limited-release Firestone XPA, ‘packs southern hemisphere punch with California style’ – Firestone Walker this week unveiled its first of three seasonal offerings slated for 2024—the all-new Firestone XPA, a next-generation extra pale ale brewed with Southern Hemisphere hops and California style, available now in all Firestone Walker markets. Find it with the FW Beer Finder. “XPA is the number…

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From third degree burns to first degree businessman

-A message from Central Coast Moving and Storage- Central Coast Moving & Storage founder’s story By Austin Yarborough – I’ll never forget the day my dad was injured in a helicopter accident. That day marked the start of my journey with Central Coast Moving & Storage. It was a tough time, but it taught me about resilience and seizing new opportunities. In this journey, my family and my mother, a…

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Registration deadline approaches for youth tee ball league

Deadline to register is March 1 – The City of Atascadero’s Recreation team is gearing up for the upcoming Youth Tee Ball season, set to commence with the first practices on April 9 and league games kicking off on April 23 at Paloma Creek Park. Designed for boys and girls aged 4.5 to 6 years old, the league aims to provide a low-key instructional environment, emphasizing the fundamentals of…

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Local homeless shelter celebrates 31 success stories

Patricia. 31 individuals have found housing in the community so far through the shelter’s services – El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO) has announced that 31 individuals and families have successfully found housing in the community so far this year through the shelter’s dedicated services. This achievement underscores ECHO’s commitment to providing essential support and creating pathways to…

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Special ed prom hosted at Templeton American Legion Hall

– Success Charities, in conjunction with RE/MAX Success agents, hosted the “Let Your Light Shine” Special Ed Prom on Jan. 26 at the American Legion Hall in Templeton. The event celebrated elegance, camaraderie, and cherished memories. Attendees enjoyed professional hair, nails, and makeup services provided by the Designs School of Cosmetology. DJ Bob set the musical backdrop for the night,…

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Atascadero Cemetery District now hiring ground staff

– A message from the Atascadero Cemetery District, Pine Mountain Cemetery – ‘We are hiring cemetery grounds staff’ – The Atascadero Cemetery District is a public cemetery, a special district of the state of California serving the residents of the Atascadero Cemetery District.  This unique work environment includes being a public employee with many benefits including health insurance, dental…

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SLO Wind Orchestra performing in Atascadero

The Atascadero United Methodist Church, located at 11605 El Camino Real, in Atascadero. Concert is open to all at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis – The San Luis Obispo Wind Orchestra (SLO Winds) invites the public to a free chamber concert on Sunday, Feb. 25, at 3 p.m., hosted at the Atascadero United Methodist Church, located at 11605 El Camino Real, in Atascadero. Renowned for their…

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Obituary of Orga Whitener Smith, 99

  – Orga Whitener Smith, age 99, passed away on Feb. 5, 2024, in San Luis Obispo. Orga was born in Maricabo, Venezuela on Sept. 2, 1924, to Raymond and Ramona Whitener. She moved to the United States in 1930, coming first to Ohio, then Florida, and graduating high school in Maricopa, Calif. Orga attended UCLA and taught grade school in Taft and Bakersfield, Calif. Upon retiring, Orga and her…

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Man convicted of first-degree murder, mutilation of human remains

Jury found Marco Antonio Cota, Jr. guilty of first-degree murder and mutilation of human remains in the Nov. 2021 killing of Rick Fowler – San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow announced that yesterday, Tuesday Feb. 13, a San Luis Obispo County jury found Marco Antonio Cota, Jr. (44) guilty of first-degree murder and mutilation of human remains in the Nov. 2021 killing of Rick Fowler…

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Chamber of commerce receives multiple awards

Chamber representatives attend awards ceremony in Anaheim – The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce has announced that it received multiple awards at the recent Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) awards ceremony held in Anaheim, California. Representing approximately twenty states across the western United States, the event brought together chamber professionals and industry leaders to…

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Fire destroys outbuilding in rural Atascadero

– A 3,000-square-foot outbuilding in rural Atascadero was “completely destroyed” by a fire Monday, according to multiple reports. Cal Fire received reports of the fire at approximately 1:30 p.m. in the 8800 block of Rocky Canyon Road in Atascadero. The outbuilding, which housed equipment and several hay bales, was the focal point of the firefighting efforts. The fire resulted in the total…

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Police department seeking assistance identifying multiple individuals

Individuals wanted for statements regarding misdemeanor thefts – The Atascadero Police Department is seeking assistance identifying the male and female pictured above. Officers are attempting to contact them to obtain a statement regarding a misdemeanor theft that took place at the M&M Smoke shop on Feb. 11. Those with information should call [phone] and select option 0 to speak with…

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