Rosemary Dexter turns 100 and raises money for ALF Food Pantry
On Tuesday, Jan. 7, Rosemary Dexter celebrated 100 years on the planet.
City Council approves ADU Ordinance Update
At the top of the meeting, City Manager Jim Lewis addressed the community during his Updates from the City Manager on the fact that burn season has been put on hold due to current conditions.
Harriet G. Hughes 1926-2025
Harriet Galpin Hughes of Atascadero, California, died on January 4, 2025. Harriet was born on March 24, 1926, and grew up in Syracuse, New York. She attended Syracuse University earning a BA in 1947. She was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She married Donald...
Cathy dePorra 1951-2024
Mary Catherine “Cathy” dePorra (nee Jenkins) passed away suddenly on December 18, 2024, at her home in Paso Robles. She was born November 1, 1951, in Pittsburgh, PA, to parents Dorothy and Joseph Jenkins. Cathy grew up in Columbus, OH, then made Las Vegas home for...
CHP highlights new laws for 2025
Unless otherwise noted, the laws referenced below took effect on Jan. 1, 2025 CALIFORNIA — As we start the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during...
Moreno sworn in as District 5 SLO County Supervisor
Former Atascadero Mayor Heather Moreno was officially sworn in as the District 5 San Luis Obispo County Supervisor on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Atascadero Police Department reintroduces Special Enforcement Team
Back in November of 2024, the Atascadero Police Department (APD) reintroduced a Special Enforcement Team (SET) to the community.
Seventh Annual Running Chicken Fun Run brings running community together once again
Runners of all ages and skill levels strapped on their running shoes and hit the trail around Santa Margarita Lake for the 7th Annual Running Chicken Fun Run.
Atascadero opens band submissions for 2025 Summer Concert Series
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero’s Community Services Department is now accepting band applications for the 2025 “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series. This popular annual event will feature seven concerts from Jun. 28 through Aug. 30, at the Atascadero Lake...
Atascadero to host 20th annual Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero and Pavilion on the Lake will host the 20th Annual Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance on Feb. 7 and 8. This cherished event invites fathers, uncles, grandfathers, and special guests to share a memorable evening with their special...
