AUSD board hears concerns of Carissa Plains students, parents
Contingent advocates for additional teachers, middle school levels for district’s remote campus ATASCADERO — In a busy regular meeting on Tuesday, May 6, the Atascadero Unified School District Board of Trustees discussed the situation of Carissa Plains Elementary...
Jolene A. Horn 1948-2025
Jolene Ann Horn of Atascadero, a force of nature, was called to heaven on April 21, 2025, 10 days after her 77th birthday. Diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma in 2022, she fought the disease as hard and as long as she could. She fought tenaciously for everything she...
Nancy L. Hendricks 1933-2025
Nancy Lois Hendricks, age 91, of Atascadero, California, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025. She was born in Fresno, California, to Lois and Spencer Jackson. Her childhood was spent moving throughout the Central Valley and South Lake Tahoe before her family...
Patrick J. Boyle 1956-2024
Patrick Boyle, age 68, faithful son, beloved brother, generous uncle, and friend to all, died quietly on November 30, 2024. A Cal Poly grad with a degree in metallurgical and welding technology, Pat worked his way through college. He then worked several decades...
Auto Scam Arrests Made in San Luis Obispo County
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — On April 3, Sheriff's Office Detectives arrested two men suspected of being part of an auto scam ring operated by Romanian nationals throughout California, including San Luis Obispo County. The arrests occurred after a traffic stop on Highway...
James D. Campana 1960-2025
After a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer, James David Campana left this earth for his heavenly home on April 13, 2025, embraced in the peace of his Savior. A devoted Christian, his faith never wavered, and he faced every challenge with strength, grace, and...
Rooted in resilience: Farron Elizabeth’s journey of growth, grit, and giving back
From navigating challenges to nurturing community, Farron’s entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering dedication continue to shape the heart of downtown Atascadero By Hayley Mattson Publisher, Editor-in-Chief ATASCADERO — It’s been a decade since Farron Elizabeth Walker...
Del Rio Road Project advances, with hopes to boost local economy
Valley Fresh Market and Central Coast Distillery are confirmed to open in early summer ATASCADERO — Construction is moving forward on the Del Rio Road Commercial Area, a long-anticipated development designed to bring new businesses, jobs, and services to the...
George M. Leavitt Jr 1945-2025
George Marvin Leavitt, Jr., 79, of Paso Robles, California, lost his short battle with cancer and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 21, 2025. George’s funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 11 am at The Church of...
Naomi R. Ferrel 1944-2025
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Naomi Ruth Ferrel at home, surrounded by immediate family, on Friday, April 18, 2025. Naomi, born in Kittaning, PA., was the fifth child born to Nelson and Pearl Wyatt. She spent her younger years in Pennsylvania and Ohio,...
