Crime

Illegal fireworks enforcement increases leading up to Fourth of July

– The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that fireworks, other than permitted professional displays, are prohibited in all unincorporated areas ... Full article

Grover Beach man charged with secretly recording women at local gym

– The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges and obtained an arrest warrant for a Grover Beach man accused of ...

Former nonprofit director sentenced for embezzlement

– Former Gala Pride and Diversity Center Executive Director Dustin Colyerworth has been sentenced after pleading guilty to two felony counts of grand theft ...

Entertainment

Summer concert series continues with Monte Mills & the Lucky Horseshoe Band

Free weekly performances continue through Aug. 20 – Monte Mills & the Lucky Horseshoe Band will continue the 2026 Paso Robles Concerts in the ... Full article

Beatles tribute band to perform at Vina Robles

Tickets go on sale June 19 through Ticketmaster – The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute will perform at Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Saturday, Aug. ...

Discounted carnival wristbands available at visitor’s center through July 3

– Discounted carnival wristbands for the California Mid-State Fair are now available for purchase at the Paso Robles Visitor Center. The one-day unlimited ride ...

Wine

Paso Robles winery appoints new vineyard management team

New partnership will oversee vineyard operations and labor across the estate – Pelletiere Estate has appointed Fortitude Ag and Drago VX as its new ... Full article

Golf tournament raises $167,000 for local nonprofit

Annual tournament brings golfers together to support local programs – The 2026 Austin Hope Charity Golf Tournament raised $167,000 for Must! Charities during a ...

Monterey, Paso Robles vineyards hit the market

– Two Central Coast vineyard properties owned for more than two decades by late international investor and philanthropist Fawzi Al Saleh have been listed ...

Region

Nonprofit fundraiser raises $30,000 for Lake Nacimiento protection efforts

Volunteer nonprofit says funds will support ongoing work – The Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee announced that its June 6 “Save the Dragon” ... Full article

Semi-truck fire closes Highway 41 near SLO County line, forcing detour

– A semi-truck fire on Highway 41 near the San Luis Obispo County line early Saturday morning forced the closure of the roadway and ...

Cal Fire schedules vegetation burn Tuesday in SLO

– Cal Fire’s San Luis Obispo Unit plans to conduct a prescribed burn Tuesday on Gilardi Road in San Luis Obispo County as part ...

State

California State Parks launches annual photo contest

Visitors can submit photos through Aug. 1 – California State Parks has launched its second annual “Share Your Space” photo contest and is inviting ... Full article

California health officials warn against picking wild mushrooms amid poisonings, deaths

– California health officials are warning residents not to pick or eat wild mushrooms after a surge in poisonings linked to poisonous species growing ...

Opinion

Column: How summer reading helps students succeed

– Summer break in schools is a remnant of a time long ... Full article

Column: Why most councilmembers’ work happens beyond the council chambers

The job you don’t see – Most people see the council meetings ...

Op-ed: How smart are we?

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

Obituaries

Obituary of Rita Jean Carpenter, 92

Obituary of Rita Jean Carpenter February 23, 1934 – May 8, 2026 ... Full article

Obituary of Eddie London, 91

Eddie London November 25, 1934 – June 1, 2026 In the care ...

Top Stories

Local drag racer Maddi Gordon earns first Top Fuel victory

Win moves Gordon to fourth in the Top Fuel standings – Paso Robles native and Templeton High School graduate Maddi Gordon earned her first ... Full article

Update: Paso Robles bank robbery suspect arrested in Fresno

Update posted June 29:  Fresno detectives assisted Paso Robles police with the arrest – Ernesto Noriega Cisneros was arrested Friday in Fresno in connection ...

Mixed-use project proposed for former boys school

Project includes hotels, restaurants, offices, market space, and warehouses on the former campus – A proposal to redevelop the former boys school property in ...

Mid-State Fair creates listening party for sold-out Chris Stapleton concert

Tickets will be sold only at the Main Gate ticket booth beginning at 4 p.m. on July 14 – The California Mid-State Fair will ...

Cooler days expected in Paso Robles next week

Saturday’s forecast is 80 and partly cloudy – Partly cloudy skies and daytime highs in the 70s and low 80s are in the forecast ...

Atascadero reminds residents all fireworks are prohibited

Officials cite wildfire risk and remind residents of fireworks penalties – As Independence Day approaches, the City of Atascadero and the Atascadero Police Department ...

New restaurant Salina Rooftop opens atop Paso Robles Inn

– Chef Charlie Palmer has opened Salina Rooftop atop The Piccolo at Paso Robles Inn, the second of three dining concepts planned as part ...

Mid-State Fair opens rodeo, tractor pull ticket sales

– Tickets are now on sale for the 805 Beer Country Rodeo Finals and the California Mid-State Fair Tractor Pull during this year’s California ...

Community

Barney Schwartz Park pump track closes through July 4

– The Barney Schwartz Park Pump Track in Paso Robles will close July 1 for scheduled maintenance and is expected to reopen Sunday, July ... Full article

County shares Fourth of July pet safety tips

Pet owners urged to update identification and avoid heat-related emergencies – San Luis Obispo County Animal Services is reminding pet owners to take precautions ...

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Linus

Yorkie mix puppy seeks forever home – The Adoptable Pet of the Week this week is Linus, a 5-week-old Yorkie mix available for adoption ...

Paso Robles library to host sunflower ornament sewing class

– The Paso Robles City Library will host a sunflower heart ornament hand sewing class on Wednesday, July 29, as part of its Summer ...

Winery hosts Corks for Canines to benefit Woods Humane Society

Community members can support local shelter animals by donating pet supplies at the tasting room – Dracaena Wines will host its annual Corks for ...

New program offers free small claims assistance

New service is available in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles – The San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance Foundation has launched a new Small ...

Business

Finance column: Five questions that could change how you see retirement

– Saving for retirement is important, but it’s only part of the picture. If you’re within five to 10 years of your target retirement ... Full article

Horse sanctuary plans 35th anniversary fundraiser

Event supports equine rescue, sanctuary, and adoption programs – Tickets are now on sale for Redwings Horse Sanctuary’s 35th Anniversary Benefit Gala, scheduled for ...

Art studio marks second anniversary in Paso Robles with celebration

Celebration will feature discounts, giveaways, and prizes – ArtSocial 805 will celebrate its second anniversary with a community event on June 27 from 11 ...

Tour lavender farm during peak bloom this weekend during Open Farm Days

Farm opened for seasonal visits last month – Hambly Lavender Farm will welcome visitors June 20-21 as part of FARMstead ED’s Open Farm Days, ...

Get your business on the new Atascadero Map

10,000 high-quality glossy maps distributed annually – Access Publishing is excited to announce the publication of a new and updated map of Atascadero. Local ...

Politics

Kris Beal launches re-election campaign

Councilmember seeks another term representing District 1 – Paso Robles City Councilmember Kris Beal launched her re-election campaign Sunday during a kickoff event at ... Full article

District attorney praises signing of mental health diversion law

– San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow is praising the signing of Assembly Bill 46, which changes California’s mental health diversion law ...

Clerk-Recorder certifies June primary election

County processed more than 90,000 mail ballots before certification – The San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder has certified the results of the June 2 ...

Grand Jury examines fireworks rules in San Luis Obispo County

Investigation reviews local regulations governing fireworks – The 2025-2026 San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury has released a report examining local regulations governing the ...

Sports

Returning to the top at the Twin Rivers Summer Horse Trials 

By Jonathan Horowitz  – When it comes to elite sports, particularly equestrian sports, it’s one thing to reach the highest level, but it’s another ... Full article

Youth golf program returns to Paso Robles courses

Program aims to connect more young people with golf – Bank of America has launched the second year of its Golf with Us program, ...

Atascadero

Atascadero Chamber seeks Women of Influence nominations

Nominations will remain open through July 23 – The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce will open nominations for the 2026 Women of Influence North County ... Full article

Sen. Schiff secures $1 million for Atascadero fire station

– Sen. Adam Schiff announced he secured nearly $1.4 million in federal funding for emergency preparedness projects in Atascadero and Lompoc as part of ...

Templeton

Templeton Community Services District seeks committee members

Residents 16 and older can apply for advisory committee positions – The Templeton Community Services District is seeking community members to serve on district ... Full article

Templeton announces stricter fireworks rules for Independence Day

New rules limit where and when fireworks may be used – The Templeton Community Services District is reminding residents that only State Fire Marshal-approved ...

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 ...

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

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

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