Reflecting on the pandemic
On March 15, 2020, the world changed; five years later, we reflect on resilience Five years ago, on March 15, 2020, the world as we knew it came to an abrupt standstill. What was initially promised us "two weeks to slow the...
Celebrating Community Champions: Atascadero Chamber of Commerce awardees
Honoring those impacting the North County, including Rick Evans, Pure Yoga and Wellness, Ulloa Wines, and Troop 51 ATASCADERO — At the heart of every thriving community are the people and businesses that dedicate their time, passion, and resources to making it a...
Naomi I. Rossi 1933-2025
Naomi I. Rossi passed into the presence of her beloved Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. She was at home, surrounded by the warm embrace of her family, in Atascadero, California. She was the youngest daughter of George and Jeanette Fleming. Born...
Jennifer S. Crouch 1975-2025
Jennifer Susan Crouch passed away on February 8, 2025, at her home in Pahrump, NV, at the age of 49. She is survived by her Mom, Jackie; her loving son, Jacob, the light of her life; her twin sister, Sara; sister, Angela (Scott); her brother, Jason; and her many...
Atascadero Police Department executes search warrants in narcotics investigation
ATASCADERO — On March 5, the Atascadero Police Department, in collaboration with the Paso Robles Police Department and the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, executed three search warrants as part of a six-month investigation into the sale of...
Gerhard (Gary) J. Sizemore 1950-2025
Gerhard (Gary) Josef Sizemore passed away on January 24, 2025, at 11:45 PM, 15 minutes from his 75th birthday. He is survived by three children (Jeremy, Tim, and Heidi), three grandchildren (Tanner, Kohen, and Kennley), ex-wife Jeanie (married for 35+ years), and his...
Richard Cudigan 1946-2025
Richard Cudigan of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on February 3, 2025. Richard was born March 5, 1946, in Albuquerque, NM. He served in the Air Force from 1967 to 1969 and served one year in Vietnam with his good friend Mike Cleland. Richard married Karen (Johnson)...
Kenneth Colwell 1936-2025
Long-time Paso Robles resident Kenny Colwell crossed the finish line on February 11, 2025. Proud father, grandfather, and husband to Linda for 66 years, Kenny will be remembered for his quick wit, unassuming manner, love of his family, and his patient, gentle soul. He...
Atascadero Track Stars Shine at Memorial Meet
Local athletes shine in baseball, softball, tennis, and track events across the region NORTH COUNTY — Atascadero High School’s track and field team delivered standout performances at the Memorial Meet on Saturday, March 1. In the mile run, Gabi Ramsey surged over the...
Local educators rally against potential DOE dismantling
Paso Robles teachers and community members protest federal cuts, while a Trump supporter seeks common ground NORTH COUNTY — At the beginning of February, national news outlets reported that President Donald Trump’s administration was working on an executive order that...
