
Senior Dogs at Woods Humane Society fetch $7,500 Grant
ATASCADERO — In heartwarming news for old dogs, The Grey Muzzle Organization has revealed its annual grant recipients, with Woods Humane Society emerging as one of the fortunate winners. Out of 370 applicants, Woods in San Luis Obispo was chosen as one of 90 animal...

‘Way Out West’ to perform at this weekends Summer Concert Series
ATASCADERO — Get ready for another installment of thE "Saturdays in the Park" Summer Concert Series, presented by the City of Atascadero. The upcoming concert, featuring the band Way Out West, will take place on Saturday, July 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the...

Recreation Division announces upcoming release of Fall Rec Guide
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero's Recreation Division announced the upcoming release of the Fall Rec Guide, a comprehensive publication featuring a wide range of classes, activities, sports schedules, and community events for all residents. This official...

Governor signs Addis Housing Bill to tackle student homelessness and housing demand
SACRAMENTO — California Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 358, the California Community College Housing Act, introduced by Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D-Morro Bay). The bill aims to address student homelessness and housing challenges and is the first of...

Mathnasium of Atascadero increases staffing of math-only learning center
ATASCADERO — Mathnasium of Atascadero, a specialized math learning center, has officially opened its doors to serve the Atascadero community's children in grades 2 through 12 with effective and enjoyable math programs after school hours. The center's core belief...

Jon Anthony De Morales 1942-2023
Jon Anthony De Morales passed away peacefully on July 16, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jon was born in Pahala, Hawaii, on April 27, 1942. Jon is survived by his wife, Sylvia, the love of his life. His daughters, Carrie Powers and Laurie Jensen. His sons, Markel...

Charles Paddock Zoo’s Ice Cream Zoofari back for 20th year
Ice cream was provided by new vendor La Michoacana ATASCADERO — Ice cream aficionados and lovers of beautiful wild animals headed out to beat the heat at Charles Paddock Zoo for their 20th Annual Ice Cream Zoofari on Saturday, July 15. The treat-filled evening took...

Businesses on Entrada Avenue affected by construction and lack of parking
City urges residents to continue to shop downtown and support local establishments ATASCADERO — Local business owners on and around Entrada Avenue recently reached out to Atascadero News with parking concerns that were sparked by the current construction on...

Atascadero Chamber of Commerce launches Women of Influence North County
The program celebrates women making a difference in our community ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Atascadero’s American Association of University Women (AAUW), announced the launch of its Women of Influence North County program...

Board of Supervisors approves 15-month contract with Oxford House Inc.
Board proclaims the week of Aug. 6-12 as San Luis Obispo County Farmers Market Week NORTH COUNTY — At its July 11 meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved a 15-month contract with Oxford House Inc. starting June 1, 2023, that will end Sept. 30, 2024. The contract...