
David Thompson 1929-2023
David Thompson transitioned into pure positive energy on 11/25/23 at age 94. After living a long, full, and happy life Dad was in peace and knew he was loved. Dad's glass wasn’t just half full, it runneth over; his most uttered statements were, “Life is Good” and “I’m...

Winter Wonderland returns to Sunken Gardens this Friday
ATASCADERO — Over 70 tons of snow on the Central Coast is on its way. Winter Wonderland is back for another snow driven event in Downtown Atascadero on Friday, Dec. 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. Experience one major snow pile area and a massive snow slide built by Kiwanis Club...

Former CCC Fitness owner pleads guilty to illegal video recording and gun possession
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Cole Charles Corrigan (DOB 10-24-87), former owner of CCC Fitness in San Luis Obispo, has pleaded guilty to two counts of illegally recording patrons within the restroom and being a felon in possession of a handgun. The charges stem from...

Nipomo man arrested for child sex abuse
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — One Nipomo man has been arrested for child sexual abuse after the Sheriff's Office received a report of the allegations in late November. During the course of the investigation, two victims were identified. Both victims are female and...

Embrace the Cozy Moments: Atascadero’s December Delights Await!
By Kyla Skinner Oh, December, what a busy month for most of us! Let’s not forget to just take in the quiet moments too, to cuddle in with our families and pets, warm indoors during the long dark evenings. Watch movies, bake, light candles…ahhhh…I write this article in...

Over 800 people participate in ECHO’s 5th Annual North County Turkey Trot
The community raised $90,000 that will benefit both the Paso Robles and Atascadero shelter locations ATASCADERO — The El Camino Homeless Organization's (ECHO) North County Turkey Trot was back for its fifth year, and what a year it was. Not only did the Turkey Trot...

San Luis Obispo County terminates interim CAO amid misconduct allegations
Nilon was hired in May with a three-month contract; Assistant CAO Campbell to take over interim position SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors has terminated the contract of interim County Administrative Officer (CAO) John Nilon following...

Atascadero’s Shop Local bonus program returns
Spend $100 and earn a $20 gift card during the Shop Local Bonus Program ATASCADERO — The Shop Local Bonus Program is back this holiday season. It takes all of us to help build a thriving Atascadero community. Local businesses are asking Atascadero residents to...

Kyla goes to Paris
The Specs by Kyla owner traveled to the land of croissants and cafes for the SILMO eyewear trade show ATASCADERO — Atascadero's very own eyewear specialist, Kyla Skinner (Specs by Kyla), headed out on an international trip to Paris to attend the SILMO Paris eyewear...

City Council votes to rejoin the Integrated Waste Management Authority
City Manager gives update on Downtown Pavement Project ATASCADERO—The Atascadero City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers. Councilmember Mark Dariz was not in...