
Mike A. Sobek 1949-2023
Mike A. Sobek passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, with his beloved sister Nina by his side at the age of 74. Mike was born on July 22, 1949, in Riverside, CA. Mike was an experienced heavy equipment operator and called himself the “Dirt Artist.” He had two...

Mary Ann Erb 1934-2023
Mary Ann Erb, 89, of Templeton, CA, passed peacefully surrounded by her family in the early hours of December 19, 2023. On November 18, 1934, Mary Ann was born to Willard and Mary (Casper) Jordan in Paso Robles, CA. She met her late husband, Gene Erb while attending...

City of Atascadero realeases 2024 event calendar
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero released its 2024 Event Calendar, offering a diverse array of community and city-sponsored events throughout the year. From free community gatherings to signature festivals, residents and visitors can look forward to an engaging...

2024 Fire Hazard Reduction Burn Season opening
ATASCADERO — Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services would like to announce the Fire Hazard Reduction Burn Season will officially open this year on Jan. 2 for Atascadero residents. Just a reminder that the burn day status, whether it is a permissive burn day or not,...

Atascadero Community Band donates over $1,000 to Resilient Souls
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Community Band struck a chord of community spirit last week at their 2023 Holiday concert with a melody of sharing and giving. The band is delighted to announce a donation of $1,003 to Resilient Souls, embodying their mission to share not...

New laws debut in California
24 will affect many in 2024 By Judy Abel Special to Atascadero News CALIFORNIA — A slew of new laws set to take effect in 2024 have been signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Here are 24 significant ones: CALIFORNIA EMPLOYMENT LAWS Once again, the state...

Dr. Kissel Honored as 2023 Physician of the Year for SLO County by the Central Coast Medical Association
THCC’s Director of Neurosurgery had a key role in the 2023 opening of the THCC-UCSF Brain & Spine Center on Sierra Vista’s medical campus SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Tenet Health Central Coast announced that the Central Coast Medical Association has honored...

Driving into a safer future: CHP highlights new traffic safety laws for 2024
Laws referenced below take effect on Jan. 1, 2024, unless otherwise noted CALIFORNIA — As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is educating the public on traffic safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and...

Thousands take the plunge at 44th annual Carlin Soulé Memorial Polar Bear Dip
Dressed in creative costumes, participants dive into the ocean to welcome the new year in Cayucos SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Dressed in their costumed best, thousands of people kicked off their new year with a chilly start. On Monday, Jan. 1, thousands met on the...

Judy Brown-Trivolli Wolf 1954-2023
After a long 12-year battle with cancer, Judy was called home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2023; she was 69. Judy was born and raised in Atascadero, CA, and graduated from Atascadero High School in 1972. Judy worked as a nurse’s aide and cook in adult...