
SLO Symphony Names New Executive Director
Rachel Cementina assumes her new role on Monday, April 3 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo Symphony Board of Directors has named Rachel Cementina the new executive director of SLO Symphony. Cementina’s background in local nonprofit management and...

Fifth Annual Central Coast Craft Beer Fest Brings in Over 2,000 Guests
This was the Fest's highest selling year to date ATASCADERO — Lovers of craft beer and good times headed out to the Sunken Gardens on Saturday, March 25, from noon to 4 p.m. for the 5th Annual Central Coast Craft Beer Fest (CCCBF). "It was awesome. It was...

City Council Approves Barrel Creek Project
Eight members of the Atascadero Pickleball Club honored with a commendation by Atascadero Fire Chief Casey Bryson ATASCADERO—The Atascadero City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 28, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City...

Eight Pickleball Players Honored for Saving Life of One of their Own
The group saved David Pascolla after he experienced cardiac arrest on the court ATASCADERO — Eight heroes were given a commendation by Chief Casey Bryson and Atascadero Fire at the City Council meeting that took place on Tuesday, March 28, for helping save one of...

Woods Humane Society Hosts ‘Spring Shelter Break’ Promotion
Adoption fees reduced to $50 from March 18 through April 2 to make space for incoming animals SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — As many prepare for spring break vacations, Woods Humane Society is preparing for a flood of spring kittens and puppies in need of shelter by hosting...

PG&E Vegetation Work Schedule throughout the City
ATASCADERO — Vegetation work around PG&E facilities begins this week on Atascadero. Davey Tree has been contracted by PG&E to trim over 400 trees in the City right-of-way over the next month. This work will assist in preventing power outages and risks of...

Atascadero Middle School Robotics Team Competes in VEX IQ State Finals
The team won the spot at the VEX IQ Robotics tournament in La Verne, CA, in February ATASCADERO —The Atascadero Middle School Robotics Team competed in two recent state-wide robotics tournaments. On Saturday, Feb. 18, two of the middle school's teams attended the VEX...

Robert Gagnon 1931-2023
Robert Gagnon, born Christmas 1931 in Worcester, Mass., passed March 10, 2023. He was lovingly cared for by family at home in Paso Robles. Robert and his wife Ann (Fournier) were married for 71 years. They have six children, Michele, Noel, Robert, Lisa, David, and...

56 Participate in Inaugural Jr. CEO Program
Jr. CEO Business Day to Be Held April 1 ATASCADERO — The inaugural Jr. CEO program, coordinated by the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce, will culminate with Jr. CEO Business Day on Saturday, April 1. The event, showcasing Jr. CEO participants selling their products,...

Tickets on Sale Now for Atascadero Chamber Event
100th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala occurs April 22 ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Awards Dinner & Gala on Saturday, April 22, at the Pavilion on the Lake in Atascadero. “Past, Present, and Forward" honors...