Crime

District Attorney addresses Arroyo Grande search in Kristin Smart case

District Attorney pledges continued search for Smart’s remains – San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow issued a statement Wednesday in response to ... Full article

District Attorney responds to convicted killer’s release

District Attorney says office opposed parole at every stage – San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow issued a statement Tuesday regarding the ...

Former Atascadero company executive sentenced for grand theft

Prosecutors said company funds paid personal expenses over several years – San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow announced that Robert Conrad Vasquez ...

Entertainment

Country music artist Aaron Watson brings tour to Paso Robles brewery

– Country music artist Aaron Watson will perform June 13 at BarrelHouse Brewing Co. in Paso Robles as part of his Horse Named Texas ... Full article

Estrella Warbirds Museum to host May dinner with racing speaker

Dinner event features sprint car racing perspective from Templeton driver – Estrella Warbirds Museum and Woodland Auto Display will host its monthly dinner on ...

Cuesta College theatre wins nine national awards at festival

‘James and the Giant Peach’ recognized among top productions nationally – Cuesta College Theatre Arts’ student-directed production of “James and the Giant Peach” received ...

Wine

Local product designer launches new Paso Robles wine country app

– A San Luis Obispo-based product designer has launched a free iOS app designed to help visitors navigate Paso Robles wine country. Paso Wineries ... Full article

Downtown Paso Robles welcomes new wine and art venue

Tasting gallery features rotating exhibits, music, and creative activities – A new tasting gallery combining wine tasting, fine art, live entertainment, and hands-on creative ...

Paso Robles brewery releases collaboration beer for 2026 beer fest

Release marks part of brewery’s 30th anniversary year – Firestone Walker and pFriem Family Brewers have released “pFreal,” a West Coast IPA created as ...

Region

Building density, not trees, drove home loss from Los Angeles firestorms, says new study

Findings suggest policymakers focus on home hardening over tree removal – A new peer-reviewed study by researchers from California Polytechnic State University found that ... Full article

Cuesta College earns high Moody’s bond rating

District refinancing expected to save taxpayers $2.7 million over time – Following action by the San Luis Obispo County Community College District Board of ...

Grand Jury reviews San Luis Obispo County detention facilities

Report examines jail, Juvenile Hall, and state prison operations – The San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury has released its 2025-2026 inspection report for ...

State

California monitors four exposed to Andes hantavirus

Officials say risk to the public remains extremely low – The California Department of Public Health confirmed that four California residents are being monitored ... Full article

State urges measles vaccination after cases reported in Sacramento region

– The California Department of Public Health is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles after six cases were reported in Placer and Sacramento ...

Opinion

Op-ed: How smart are we?

– Thirty years after Kristin Smart vanished from Cal Poly San Luis ... Full article

Column: Volunteer to help our kids

– Like many school superintendents, when I became frustrated with my job, ...

Letter: Please consider school board, city council service

– Healthy communities depend on citizens who are willing to show up, ...

Obituaries

Obituary of Arthur Michael Bridge

In the care of Kuehl-Nicolay Funeral Home – Arthur Michael Bridge was ... Full article

Obituary of Elaine Diane Fogler, 78

ELAINE DIANE FOGLER 1948-2026 – We remember Elaine Diane Fogler (née Barlup, ...

Top Stories

Camp Roberts to host Cal Fire training burns this week, next

– Cal Fire will conduct a series of live fire training burns at Camp Roberts National Guard Base on May 13-15 and May 20-22 ... Full article

Paso Robles groundwater authority releases draft groundwater fee study

Public review period will continue through June 8 – The Paso Robles Area Groundwater Authority released its draft rate and fee study report and ...

Mid-State Fair volunteers can earn fair season passes this summer

Participants who complete 10 hours will receive fair admission – The California Mid-State Fair is seeking volunteers for its Friends of the Fair program ...

Paso Robles man dies in Nacimiento Lake Drive crash

California Highway Patrol arrests driver on suspicion of driving under the influence – A Paso Robles man died Sunday evening following a solo-vehicle crash ...

Paso Robles seeks input on North River Road trail

Proposed trail would improve walking and biking connectivity – The City of Paso Robles is inviting residents, commuters, students, and trail users to participate ...

Vehicle fire sparks 5-acre Rock Fire west of Paso Robles

Update #2: Forward progress has been stopped pic.twitter.com/Beeb4iKFCi — CAL FIRE/San Luis Obispo County Fire Department (@CALFIRE_SLO) May 10, 2026 Crews responded Sunday afternoon ...

Truck catches fire along Highway 101 near Templeton

Update posted May 10, 6 p.m.: – The Paso Robles Police Department released the following information about the truck fire that occurred last week ...

Sheriff’s Office says Kristin Smart’s remains not recovered during property search

Detectives continue reviewing items recovered during the search – The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office has concluded its search at the property of ...

Community

Winemaker dinner to support homeless resource center expansion

Paso Robles event will raise funds for new family housing beds – The El Camino Homeless Organization will host its third annual Vines that ... Full article

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Soufflé

– The Adoptable Pet of the Week this week is Soufflé, a 3-year-old French bulldog available for adoption from Woods Humane Society in San ...

Recycling program seeks volunteers across SLO County

Recycling outreach events planned from Nipomo to Cambria – The Integrated Waste Management Authority is seeking volunteers for its new Recycling Ambassadors Program in ...

Paso Lotus Club tours Highway 229 during county drive

Seven Lotus vehicles traveled from Atascadero to Templeton for lunch – The Paso Lotus Club held a group drive on May 7, beginning at ...

SLO Food Bank expands CalFresh outreach efforts

Officials said only 12 percent of eligible seniors are enrolled – The San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors proclaimed May as CalFresh Awareness ...

School district invites the community to Coffee With the Superintendent

– The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District will host a Superintendent Coffee Chat for community members on Friday, May 8, at 9 a.m. ...

Business

Financial column: Saving for retirement: are you guessing or planning?

-A message from Edward Jones Financial Advisor Natali Sanchez- – Let’s say you dream of spending your retirement mornings on a warm beach, coffee ... Full article

Congressman tours Paso Robles packaging company

Flush Packaging says it has eliminated 4.4 million square feet of bubble wrap – Congressman Jimmy Panetta visited Flush Packaging in Paso Robles on April ...

Ravine Waterpark celebrates 20th anniversary milestone season with new additions

Waterpark expands cabanas, dining, and family entertainment offerings – Ravine Waterpark is celebrating its 20th anniversary season with new attractions, expanded amenities, and a ...

Atascadero networking mixer supports local professional connections

Monthly event connects entrepreneurs, remote workers, and recruiters – The Central Coast Tech Networking Mixer will return to BridgeWorks in downtown Atascadero on Thursday, ...

Women in olive oil group gathers in Paso Robles

Retreat focused on education, networking, and agriculture – Women in Olive Oil held its first annual retreat in Paso Robles, bringing together 17 olive ...

Politics

Bob Simoni launches Paso Robles council campaign

Candidate outlines four-part platform for Paso Robles – Bob Simoni announced this week that he is running for the District 2 seat on the ... Full article

City invites public to ‘Coffee with the City’ session April 30

– The City of Paso Robles will host a “Coffee with the City” event on April 30 at 7:30 a.m. in the Patina Room ...

Video: DA advocates for ‘victim-centered justice’ at victims awareness event

– San Luis Obispo County officials on Wednesday marked Crime Victims’ Rights Awareness Month with a public event at the County Board of Supervisors ...

U.S. Air Force officer, former Cal Poly vice president announces mayoral candidacy

Britton’s campaign held a kickoff event last week – Bill Britton, a retired U.S. Air Force officer and former Cal Poly vice president, has ...

Sports

Paso Robles High School tennis team wins Sunset League championship

Bearcats finished undefeated in league play and reached CIF semifinals – The Paso Robles High School boys tennis team completed the 2026 season with ... Full article

Bearcat Athletes of the Week: Cecelia Hepburn, Liam Clark, and Elias Sweeney

Athlete: Cecelia Hepburn Year: Senior Coach’s comment: “Cecelia is a 4-year member of our Varsity team and has stepped into so many roles this ...

Atascadero

City of Atascadero announces Tamale Festival winners

Mary’s Cuisine Catering earns best overall tamale award – The City of Atascadero announced the winners of the 10th annual Tamale Festival, which featured ... Full article

10th annual Tamale Festival returns to Atascadero May 1-2

Live music, dance groups, and contests planned – The City of Atascadero will host the 10th annual Tamale Festival in the Sunken Gardens and ...

Templeton

Templeton district seeks candidates for Board of Directors

Election will fill two seats beginning in December 2026 – Templeton Community Services District is seeking candidates to fill two seats on its Board ... Full article

Community raises $455,000 for Templeton Feed and Grain building recovery effort

New storefront planned at original South Main Street location – Following the July 4, 2025, fire that destroyed Templeton Feed & Grain in Templeton, ...

Paso Robles History

Museum features history of baseball in Paso Robles

Paso Robles History Museum hosting special event Friday – The Paso Robles ... Full article

New baseball exhibit open at Paso Robles History Museum

Memorabilia from Pittsburgh Pirates displayed – The Paso Robles History Museum has ...

James Dean’s last ride was along Highway 46 almost 70 years ago

Victims were taken to a Paso Robles hospital following the fatal accident ...

Best of  Paso Robles

Best Fire, Water, and Mold Restoration Services in Paso Robles

Best Fire, Water, and Mold Restoration Services on the Central Coast Selecting ... Full article

Best Plumbers in Paso Robles, CA (2026 Local Guide)

Finding a reliable plumber in Paso Robles can make all the difference ...

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