From the Publisher: July 24
We moved again! But don’t worry — we didn’t go far. You can now find us back upstairs at 5060 El Camino Real. While we had big plans for our new space at 5850, those plans are still in the works—more to come on that. As we prepared this week’s paper, we were notified...
Woods Humane Society SLO hosts Electric Doggy Carnival Nights
Event features extended shelter hours, open dog pods, and $50 adult-dog reduced adoption fees NORTH COUNTY — Woods Humane Society welcomes the community to enjoy extended shelter hours and reduced adult-dog adoption fees during its “Electric Doggy Carnival” nights on...
Atascadero High School Senior Ella Robertson awarded U.S. State Department scholarship
Aspiring intelligence professional selected for competitive NSLI‑Y program, immersing in language and culture to advance future in national security ATASCADERO — Ella Robertson, an incoming senior at Atascadero High School, has been selected as one of only 440...
Stephen J. Orco 1935-2025
Stephen Joseph Orco was born on December 7, 1935, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. His parents were Stephen and Theresa (nee Kayan). He had two older sisters, Katherine and Ethel. Stephen showed musical talent at an early age and began studying drums. He attended St. Cyril...
Get Ready to Play! Registration Open for Fall Adult Kickball in Atascadero
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero is inviting teams to sign up for the 2025 Fall Adult Kickball League, bringing fun and friendly competition to the Paloma Creek softball fields this season. Games will be played on Wednesday evenings starting August 27 and running...
Atascadero Aquatics Program Offers Open Swim Hours
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero reminds the community that Aquatics Open Swim Hours are in full swing, providing opportunities for both lap swimming and recreational swim sessions at the Atascadero High School Pool. Schedule: Lap Swim: Monday–Friday, 12:00–1:30...
SLO County Airport Operations Temporarily Suspended Due to Power Outage at Santa Barbara Air Traffic Control
SAN LUIS OBISPO — The SLO County Airport (SBP) has temporarily suspended all arriving and departing flights due to a complete power and communications outage at the Santa Barbara Air Traffic Control Tower and Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON). This facility...
Registration Open for 2025 Fall Youth Pickleball in Atascadero
ATASCADERO — Atascadero Recreation is inviting young athletes to join the 2025 Fall Youth Pickleball program, offering kids the chance to learn one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Pickleball blends elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, making...
Missing At‑Risk Juvenile Found Safe in Nipomo
NIPOMO — The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office reports that Navada Austin, a 16‑year‑old at‑risk juvenile who was reported missing from her Nipomo residence on July 10, has been located safe and reunited with her family. Navada was last seen leaving her home...
The Platinum Beat to Rock Atascadero’s Summer Concert Series on July 26
ATASCADERO — Get ready for another evening of music and community as the City of Atascadero’s 2025 “Saturdays in the Park” Summer Concert Series presents The Platinum Beat on Saturday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand. Hailing from Los...
