Betty J. Phillips 1937- 2025
Betty Jean Phillips, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of dedication to family, a strong work ethic, and a passion for her hobbies. She was 87 years old. Born to Harold Hunt and Ruby Nielsen in Cortez,...
Community forum to shape future of Atascadero Printery
ATASCADERO — A public forum will be held on Wednesday, May 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Atascadero City Hall to discuss the future of the Historic Printery and plans to complete a regional multi-purpose Activity Center at the site. Hosted by the Atascadero Printery...
Oak Ridge Estates becomes Atascadero’s first recognized Firewise USA® community
ATASCADERO — Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services has announced that Oak Ridge Estates has become the City’s first officially recognized NFPA Firewise USA® Community. This milestone achievement highlights the neighborhood’s commitment to wildfire safety and...
Roadside fuels mitigation work scheduled on Santa Cruz Road in Atascadero
ATASCADERO — Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services has announced that fuels mitigation crews will be working along Santa Cruz Road from Santa Ana Road to Garcia Road on Tuesday, May 27, through Wednesday, May 28. The project involves roadside brushing to clear...
Small plane fire contained at SLO County Airport; No injuries reported
SAN LUIS OBISPO — At approximately 9:15 a.m. on Friday, May 23, a single-engine aircraft was involved in an incident at the SLO County Airport (SBP). San Luis Obispo County Fire Department dispatched an aircraft emergency response which includes Crash 21, a two person...
Missing Pismo Beach man located alive by Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — On March 25, the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office responded to a mutual aid request from the Pismo Beach Police Department to assist in locating a missing 64-year-old man who had walked away from his home on March 23. The man was...
Autopsy results pending on inmate death at San Luis Obispo County Jail
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — On Sunday, May 25, at approximately 4:30 p.m., staff at the San Luis Obispo County Jail discovered an inmate in medical distress during a routine cell check. Custody and nursing staff immediately began life-saving efforts, including CPR....
School board honors AUSD retirees at meeting
Superintendent Tom Butler among those departing from district at the end of the school year ATASCADERO — As the end of the school year came closer, the Atascadero Unified School District Board of Trustees took the opportunity to recognize and thank the group of...
Michael R. Torgerson 1946-2025
Michael Richard Torgerson, 78, of Paso Robles, California, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, with his wife by his side, who was the love of his life for over six decades. Born on November 15, 1946, in Van Nuys, CA, Mike spent his life devoted to the people and...
CAPS reconnects with community through fun-filled bingo fundraiser
Spring event surpasses auction goals, raises funds for classroom grants, and builds momentum for future ATASCADERO — After a six-year hiatus, the CAPS (Community Action Partnership for Schools) in-person fundraiser made a triumphant return with a fun-filled,...
