Making January feel like a Friday
by Angela Cisneros Guest Contributor January always seems so full of hope for the new year. It can also seem like one long Monday. Just being real here. Thinking about all our great businesses in Atascadero: It seems like January is the perfect time to try them out...
The sixth Annual Chicken Run brings in more participants than years past
The run honors Brittni and Brynn Frace's lives and legacy, and raises money for the sport at the same time SANTA MARGARITA — Local runners and even some from out of state returned to Santa Margarita Lake for the 6th Annual Running Chicken Fun Run. The 10K and 5K...
Donald E. Jernigan 1931-2023
Don was born in Hermosa Beach, California; his family returned to Needles shortly after his birth. He attended “D” Street School and Needles High, where he played football, basketball, and the drums in the Jazz Band. He injured his knee and proceeded to manage the...
Concealed carry firearm law on hold in California
The new law would ban carrying firearms in most public places NORTH COUNTY — The first day of the new year was supposed to bring a new gun law into play, but it's been put on hold for now. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 2 last year, but...
City Council gives direction for moving forward with three Parks and Recs projects
Council approves Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Road Report ATASCADERO — The Atascadero City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers. Councilmember Mark Dariz had an excused...
Michael James Wilson 1943-2023
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we share that on January 3rd, 2024, the light of our life went to heaven. Michael James Wilson passed away peacefully in his home in Templeton, California, in the presence of his wife, Gaylon Wilson. Michael was born in...
Richard (Dick) John 1931-2023
Richard (Dick) John of Santa Margarita, California, died Thursday, December 21, 2023, at home at the age of 92. Dick was born September 23, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, to Lorain Ralph John and Marie Caroline Dilger. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Georgie of 72...
Lee Ybaben 1942-2023
In loving memory of Lee Ybaben, who peacefully departed on December 14, 2023, in Atascadero, California. He was a cherished partner to Diane Mandala and a devoted father survived by his three sons, Ty, Keith, and DJ. Born on June 14, 1942, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Lee...
William Todd Holsted 1960-2023
A man of many talents, William Todd Holsted, left this world on December 30, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer. In his own words, Todd was ‘right with Jesus’ when he passed, and we know he was greeted at the gates of Heaven by his dad, Ben, niece,...
February events at Atascadero Library: Engaging programs for all ages
Children’s Programs Contact: Sally LaPorte (slaporte@slolibrary.org) Storytimes: Every Wednesday & Thursday morning at 10:30 p.m., the library invites children aged 5 & under for a delightful session of stories, songs, and fun. Read to a Dog: Join Jack, the...
