
These Butz Are Made for Flying
The tale of local veteran John Butz Atascadero wouldn't be the same without John Butz and his wife, Barbie. The two have become staples in North County, and at the beginning of October, ninety-year-old John, who is a Korean War veteran, was invited on an Honor Flight...

Reflecting on Courage and Commitment
Honoring 105 Years Since the Armistice, Veterans Day Celebrates Heroes Past and Present On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month—one hundred and five years ago—World War I ended with an armistice signing between the Allies and Germany. It was 20 years later,...

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Buying a new vehicle? Make sure you: Research + Test Drive + Inspection By An ASE Certified Shop + Know The Warranty Know your new maintenance costs: Simple fluid servicing at regular intervals are integral to the longevity of your vehicle (manufacturer...

A Grateful November
by Angela Cisneros We have so much to be grateful for as we enter November. One of the things I am grateful for is my family, which includes the one I grew up in and the ones I have chosen. Atascadero has some fun events this month to enjoy with them. Angela Cisneros...

Colony Market and Deli honors veterans with free sandwiches and fundraising event
Business will offer free sandwiches and organize a fundraising event to support K9s for Warriors ATASCADERO — Colony Market and Deli announced its second annual Veterans Day event on Friday, Nov. 10, where the community comes together to honor active military...

Annual Turkey Shoot hosted by Santa Lucia Sportsmen’s Association
Donate a new unwrapped toy and enjoy the shooting event for free ATASCADERO — On Sunday, Nov. 19, join the Santa Lucia Sportsmen's Association for its Annual Turkey Shoot, benefiting Toys for Tots. Donate a new unwrapped toy and enjoy the shooting event for free. Find...

Wild Fields Brewhouse hosts fundraiser to support ALF Food Pantry’s Holiday Meal Appeal
These funds will play a pivotal role in ensuring that ALF’s clients have access to nourishing holiday meals ATASCADERO — On Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wild Fields Brewhouse, located at 6907 El Camino Real in Atascadero, is joining hands with the...

Greyhounds head into CIF quarterfinals this Thursday
Templeton loses first-round CIF Central Section game against Washington Union NORTH COUNTY — We are officially in CIF playoff season in North County, and the Atascadero High football team has again made it to the quarterfinals. This Thursday, Nov. 9, the...

AUSD receives Food Service Update throughout the district
School board celebrates Executive Director of Technology Candy Smet's retirement after 28 years ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) met for their regularly scheduled trustee meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. The AUSD recognized three of...

Local artisans head to Atascadero Lake Park to sell holiday goods
Atascadero's Holiday Boutique was back for the 18th year ATASCADERO — People from all over the North Country headed to the Atascadero Lake Park on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to check out the 50-plus vendors at the 18th annual Holiday Boutique. Each and...