
County staff recognized for over two decades of service upon retirement
Brenda Dye worked for SLO County for 38 years and Laurie Salo celebrates 28 years of service SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Two San Luis Obispo County staff members were recognized at the Tuesday, Dec. 5, board meeting for their retirement from the county after...

City of Atascadero Announces New Police Chief
City Council set to approve at meeting on Dec. 12 ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero is pleased to announce the selection of a new Police Chief. After a nationwide search and comprehensive process, City Manager James R. Lewis has selected Chief Daniel B. Suttles to...

Atascadero starts off December by lighting up City Hall and Sunken Gardens
Atascadero Lake joined in the holiday fun, too ATASCADERO — Atascadero kicked off December in style by drenching itself in Christmas lights. Light Up the Downtown started the weekend's festivities on Friday, Dec. 1. The night was combined with the Atascadero Chamber...

Sheila Nancy Klaesius 1952-2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sheila Nancy Klaesius on October 26, 2023. Born on April 3, 1952, in San Mateo, California, Sheila's 71 years were marked by compassion, a zest for life, and dedication to others. A graduate of the College of San...

Sandra “Sandy” Jean Viborg 1938-2023
Sandra “Sandy” Jean Viborg, 85 of Paso Robles passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Sandy was born on October 14, 1938, in Torrington, Connecticut. At the age of 7 years old her parents, Charles and Dorothy Woodland, along with her sisters, Patricia and Marylou,...

Richard Norman Ross 1930-2023
Richard “Dick” Ross passed away in Paso Robles on November 10, 2023, at the age of 93. A longtime Paso Roblan, Dick worked for Walt Disney World and the Boy Scouts of America, where he produced many large events. Upon moving to Paso Robles, Dick was involved in many...

David Thompson 1929-2023
David Thompson transitioned into pure positive energy on 11/25/23 at age 94. After living a long, full, and happy life Dad was in peace and knew he was loved. Dad's glass wasn’t just half full, it runneth over; his most uttered statements were, “Life is Good” and “I’m...

Winter Wonderland returns to Sunken Gardens this Friday
ATASCADERO — Over 70 tons of snow on the Central Coast is on its way. Winter Wonderland is back for another snow driven event in Downtown Atascadero on Friday, Dec. 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. Experience one major snow pile area and a massive snow slide built by Kiwanis Club...

Former CCC Fitness owner pleads guilty to illegal video recording and gun possession
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Cole Charles Corrigan (DOB 10-24-87), former owner of CCC Fitness in San Luis Obispo, has pleaded guilty to two counts of illegally recording patrons within the restroom and being a felon in possession of a handgun. The charges stem from...

Nipomo man arrested for child sex abuse
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — One Nipomo man has been arrested for child sexual abuse after the Sheriff's Office received a report of the allegations in late November. During the course of the investigation, two victims were identified. Both victims are female and...