
June is here! Preparing for the Heat of Summer in North County
By Jaime Silveria Summer is a wonderful time of year, bringing longer days, warm sunshine, and more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. To make the most of the season, it’s a good idea to prepare both yourself and your home so you can stay comfortable while keeping...

Cheers To Community: The Atascadero WineFest, A Celebration With Neighbors And Friends
By Josh Cross Twenty-eight years ago, the WineFest didn’t exist. The Atascadero Lake was fairly quiet in June. There was no large community gathering where friends met to dance by the lake, swapped thoughts about their favorite wine with dozens of winemakers, or...

Where Art Comes Alive
Creative Pulse of the North County From pottery wheels spinning in cozy studios to gallery walls showcasing the work of emerging and established artists, the North County art scene is alive with creativity and character. Our Central Coast towns offer an inspiring...

Summer Adventures Await
Kid-Friendly Fun Across North County Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better time for families to get outside, explore, and make memories in North County! From lavender fields and local farms to splashy water parks and hands-on museums, the region is bursting...

Celebrating Dads
Being a father is one of the most influential roles in a young person’s life. Fathers help shape and guide their children, laying the foundation for them to grow into kind, responsible individuals. This year, we’re proud to highlight some of our incredible local dads....

A Legacy of Leadership and Service
Atascadero Unified School District’s Tom Butler and Stacey Phillips retire As the Atascadero Unified School District bids farewell to two of its most steadfast pillars, Superintendent Tom Butler and Executive Assistant Stacey Phillips, a combined 67 years of...

Atascadero makes a splash with Summer Aquatics Program
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero is diving into summer with the launch of its 2025 Summer Aquatics Program, beginning Monday, June 30. Daily activities include Lap Swim from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and Recreational Swim from 2 to 3:40 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the...

Former Priest Arrested in Los Osos for Aggravated Sexual Assault of Children
LOS OSOS — On June 12, the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office arrested 61-year-old Theodore Edward Gabrielli of San Diego on charges of aggravated sexual assault of a minor. The arrest follows an extensive investigation launched in August 2024 after the Sheriff's...

Sun Care & CBD June
20% off Sun Care & CBD Products! As June approaches, we know that will mean more sunshine and that the Summer Solstice is just around the corner. This is why we are happy to announce that our sunscreen and CBD will be 20% off this June! Being out in the sun...

Sheriff’s Office Warns of Ongoing Phone Scam in SLO County
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public to an ongoing phone scam targeting local residents. Each day, the Sheriff’s Office receives multiple reports from individuals who have been contacted by scammers falsely...