
Atascadero Chamber partners with California Paid Family Leave Grant program
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its partnership with the California Paid Family Leave Grant. This initiative is designed to provide crucial financial support to small businesses, offering grants up to $2,000 per employee on paid...

North County Has Talent: Showcase your skills and support a great cause
Talent event supports the Atascadero Printery Foundation ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Printery Foundation has announced "North County Has Talent," an evening of entertainment at the Printery Outdoor Stage. This event promises to be a...

Dallis “DJ” Lewis 1944-2024
Dallis “D.J.” Lewis, age 80, of Paso Robles, departed from this life on June 5, 2024. He was a very outgoing person who never knew a stranger. For over 40 years, he was well-known for his fine craftsmanship in the construction trade. His clients were very loyal...

George E. Galvan 1930-2024
George E. Galvan of Atascadero, California, passed away at age 93 on June 15, 2024. George was born in Bakersfield to Lucille Marquez and Gregg Galvan on December 7, 1930, and spent most of his youth being raised by his grandparents, Josephina and Felipe Marquez. When...

Matthew W. Boriack 1995-2023
On December 1, 2023, Matthew William Boriack suddenly passed away in rural Paso Robles, CA. Due to his age and the suddenness of this, his family and friends were devastated by this news. Matt was born at Twin Cities Community Hospital on June 18, 1995, which...

Merrill (Chip) Kurtzman 1945-2024
Merrill Bruce "Chip" Kurtzman, 78, of Paso Robles, California, passed away on June 27, 2024. Born on November 11, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was a beloved figure in his community and a true "mensch." Chip dedicated his life to the service of...

Cold treats flow at the 21st Annual Ice Cream Zoofari
All proceeds raised goes directly to the Charles Paddock Zoo ATASCADERO — Kids and adults headed to the Charles Paddock Zoo to beat the heat on Saturday, July 13. The evening marked the 21st Annual Ice Cream Zoofari, where participants...

‘Colors of Conservation’ art exhibit set for August in San Luis Obispo
Local artists and the land conservancy team up to showcase and preserve the Central Coast’s natural beauty SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County and SLOPE (San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment)...

Santa Ynez Valley keeping an eye on the Lake Fire
Blaze that started July 5 at Zaca Lake has spread to over 38,000 acres; most evacuation orders lifted as of Monday SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Fire crews have made progress over the weekend on a brush fire that has burned for nearly two weeks on the northern...

One Cool Earth acknowledges key partners for support of school garden programs
Environmental advocate's mission is to educate and inspire through sustainable practices SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — One Cool Earth (OCE), a leading advocate for education and sustainable community initiatives, is pleased to extend its heartfelt gratitude to...