
How does Atascadero prepare for a possible wildfire emergency?
We reached out to the Atascadero Mutual Water Company (AMWC), Public Works, and the Fire Department to find out what Atascadero is doing to keep up with fire preparedness.

School Board goes over district-wide cellphone and personal device policies
At its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, the Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) Board of Trustees went over the new district policy on cellphone use in classrooms.

Donald Trump sworn in as 47th President; Biden Departs after reflecting on his legacy
Amid frigid temperatures, Trump returns to the White House alongside Vice President JD Vance, promising swift action on economic reform, national security, and government policies President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in today as the 47th president, marking his...

James Robert (Bob) Adams 1952-2024
James Robert Adams, known affectionately as Bob, passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 72 in San Luis Obispo, CA. He was born on May 15, 1952, in Paso Robles, CA, to Robert and Elizabeth Ann Adams. After graduating from PRHS (1970) and attending Cal Poly,...

Renee L. Athey 1969-2024
In the early morning of November 20, 2024, Renee Leslie Athey (Wolter) passed away at her Paso Robles, California home after a courageous 18-month treatment for Pancreatic Cancer. Renee was surrounded by the infinite love of her husband David, daughter Lauren, and son...

Maria R. Becerra 1953-2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Maria Rosa Becerra announces her peaceful passing on January 7, 2025, at the age of 71 years in Paso Robles. Rosa will be lovingly remembered by her children: Ana Villalobos, Juan Becerra, Elisa Becerra, Connie Mubaraki,...

Official Ribbon Cutting scheduled for the New Cerrado Aviaries at the Charles Paddock Zoo
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero and the Charles Paddock Zoo are excited to announce the grand opening of the new Cerrado Aviaries Exhibit on Saturday, Jan. 18, at 3:30 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This addition celebrates the Zoo's commitment to...

ECHO helps over 350 individuals and families find homes in 2024
Over 250 individuals were supported through ECHO’s emergency shelter and outreach programs NORTH COUNTY — El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO) helped 353 individuals and families secure stable housing in 2024. Of the 353 housed, 256 individuals...

San Luis Obispo County rallies around those affected by LA fires
Multiple trucks full of relief items have already made their way down south, with more on the way by Camille DeVaul and Christianna Marks NORTH COUNTY — The community in San Luis Obispo County has been rallying together to support those affected by the fires in Los...

SLO County DA responds to governor’s proposed budget affecting violence survivors
District attorneys and organizations across the state are calling for Gov. Gavin Newsom to reconsider his proposed budget affecting victim services.