
Atascadero residents state concerns to the City Council over Democratic Club meeting at library
During the Community Forum, six residents brought concerns to the council about an Atascadero Democratic Club (ADC) meeting held on April 25 at the Atascadero Public Library.

‘Pedal to the Gardens’ happening tomorrow
ATASCADERO — In celebration of Bike to Work Week, the City is hosting "Pedal to the Gardens" at the historic City Hall on Tuesday, May 14 from 8 until 9 a.m. Bicyclists of all ages are invited to join as the City...

Celebrating Moms
Community photos of cherished moments with their mothers Please see our printed May issue of Paso Robles Press Magazine for names and captions. ATASCADERO NEWS MAGAZINE Copies of Atascadero News Magazine are directly...

Business Spotlight: By The Sea Productions
By Blake Ashley Frino-Gerl By The Sea Productions (BTSP) is Morro Bay’s only live theater company. Its members aspire to create a community through their passion for theater and storytelling with an intent to provide quality entertainment for everyone to enjoy....

Hikes, Bikes, and Trails
By Maylia Baird Now that May has arrived, the weather is becoming warmer, which makes leaving the house sound more appealing, and makes outdoor activities even more enjoyable. Regardless of whether you prefer long hikes, short ones, simple walks, or specifically good...

Russ James: WWII Veteran and Unsung Hero of the Amphibious Forces
Russ James was born in Texas in 1926. In 1937, his family relocated to Los Angeles, where he did most of his growing up and going to school. But his love of airplanes had him going back to Texas during his summers off, and ultimately led him to enlist in the Navy at...

Unveiling the Legacy of Mabel Lewis: An Overlooked Force in Atascadero’s History
By The Atascadero News Editorial Board In the record books of Atascadero’s history, alongside the visionary founder E.G. Lewis, stands his remarkable wife, Mabel Lewis. Though her name might not echo as loudly, her impact and contributions to our blossoming community...

May Madness in Atascadero
By Angela Cisneros Come celebrate moms at the Charles Paddock Zoo on May 12th! If you have littles, this is a great way to spend the afternoon with all the Mother’s Day Surprises happening at the Zoo that day. Afterward, let them play at the Atascadero Lake Park’s...

Glen “Penny” Schuck 1939-2024
With deep sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Glen Lee Schuck on April 2, 2024. Glen, also known as Penny, was a remarkable man whose kindness, resilience, and selflessness touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a shining example of living a...

Elizabeth “Betty” Marple 1928-2024
Betty was born to Walter and Laura Myer in Oxnard, California. She attended Santa Paula and Oxnard High and graduated from Oxnard High in 1945. She played softball and the saxophone in the school’s marching band. After graduating, she worked at a local Five & Dime...