
Atascadero High School goes cashless for athletic events
ATASCADERO — Atascadero High School has announced that, this school year, they will be using GoFan for mobile ticketing for their home athletic events and will be going cashless. The new ticket policy is designed to enhance convenience for all in attendance. Fans...

Atascadero voters to decide on Measure B: $110 million bond to transform local schools
Proposed funding to enhance vocational training, STEM education, campus safety, and accessibility in AUSD ATASCADERO — This November, voters will have the opportunity to vote for Measure B, a new General Obligation Bond proposal that promises to transform...

Central Coast Cider Festival takes over Sunken Gardens
28 cideries from all over California poured at the fest ATASCADERO — The Central Coast Cider Festival (CCCF) made its return for the sixth year, this time with a brand new location. After five years at the Pavilion on the Lake, the cider-filled event moved...

Tent City is looking for community volunteers
This year, the director of Tent City is asking the community for help putting on the deep dive into history.

SLO County supervisor votes down use of eminent domain in Bob Jones Pathway Project
The use of eminent domain was denied by a 1-3 vote during the Tuesday, Aug. 20, San Luis Obispo County (SLO) Board of Supervisors meeting.

Harvestly and SLO Food Bank unite to boost local farming and feed those in need
New partnership connects SLO farmers with fresh produce distribution to over 36,500 residents each month SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Harvestly and the SLO Food Bank are launching a new partnership to support local farmers and bring fresh produce...

Jeanne K. (Russell) Poe 1939-2024
The Eternal Ambassador “In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:16 The life of Jeanne K. Poe embodies the intricacies and beauty of a hand-made quilt. The three layers of design...

Stephen E. Encell 1937-2024
Steve was born and raised in the Los Angeles area with siblings John and Mary Encell. Steve’s father died when he was very young, and he and his brother were sent off to a military academy. Later, he attended Dorsey High School, where he excelled at cross country,...

James D. Wilde 1937-2024
Jim was born in Buffalo, New York, in 1937. Following work, he followed his dad through the States and ended up in Atascadero. During his high school years, he played Greyhound football in his senior year. Jim married Mrya Nicklas, and they were together for 61...

Timothy L. Burch 1972-2024
Timothy Lane Burch was born in Milton, Florida, on January 28, 1972. He left his earthly life for Heaven on July 18, 2024. Tim was a kind, gentle and beautiful soul, loved by all who knew him. He was a legendary surfer, an incredible artist, and a courageous skydiver...