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Country music star Dasha returns home to San Luis Obispo
Singer known for ‘Austin (Boots Stop Workin’) performs surprise pop-up show at meet and greet at her hometown record store Boo Boo Records. SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The small stage at Boo Boo Records was taken over by country music star and San Luis Obispo native Dasha on Thursday, Oct. 17. The “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” singer was originally slated to do a meet and greet mixed with a signing the day before her sold-out show at SLO Brew Rock Event Center the next night. Instead, she also decided to grace her family, friends, and fans with a small acoustic concert that started at 4 p.m.
City Council discusses short term rental ordinance
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers. During the meeting, Community Development Director Phil Dunsmore addressed the council on a new framework for a short-term rental ordinance in Atascadero.
Must! Charities launches workforce development program with ECHO
ECHO Workforce Development Kitchen Program will provide skills to work in all aspects of culinary service. PASO ROBLES — Must! Charities recently launched an enterprising $403,000 workforce development project with ElCamino Homeless Organization (ECHO). The ECHO Workforce Development Kitchen Program will invest in critical job training skills in all aspects of culinary service, develop employment pathways, and create a social enterprise venture that will provide sustainable revenue and training opportunities. The ECHO Workforce Development Kitchen Program will not only benefit the individuals directly involved but also contribute to our community’s broader economic and social health.
A-Town Art Hop brings art and culture to downtown Atascadero
ATASCADERO — The A-Town Art Hop is back on Friday, Nov. 1, from 6 to 9 p.m., bringing a fresh wave of art and culture to downtown Atascadero. This event will showcase more than 40 local and regional artists across over 30 downtown businesses, creating a vibrant evening of exploration and creativity. This self-guided art walk takes place indowntown Atascadero, with participating shops located along El Camino Real, Entrada Ave, Traffic Way, and Palma Avenue.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Growing impact of climate change
As the election draws closer, we cannot ignore the growing impact of climate change on our communities. Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton, along with dozens of wildfires this past summer — they’re all clear warning signs of a very real climate crisis. This issue deserves more attention...
Jury convicts Atascadero man for sex crimes against multiple victims
ATASCADERO — On Friday, Oct. 18, a San Luis Obispo County Jury returned guilty verdicts against Nathan Daniel Abate, 36, for sexual assault crimes against two victims. The crimes occurred between 2009 and 2012. The verdicts were returned Friday afternoon after a 13-day trial. Abate was convicted by the...
Atascadero Printery Foundation hosts annual Gala to restore the arts
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Printery Foundation is hosting its first annual Gala, “Restoring the Arts to Atascadero,” to be held on Sunday, Nov. 10. This evening will take place at the Allegretto Vineyards Resort from 5 to 8 p.m. The event aims to support the transformation of the historic Printery Building into a center for Arts and Culture.
Atascadero Community Band ushers in ‘A Concert of Monstrous Proportions’
ATASCADERO — Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling experience as the Atascadero Community Band presents “A Concert of Monstrous Proportions!” Join the band on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Atascadero Bible Church for an afternoon filled with eerie, enchanting, and mischievously magical music.
School board starts process in search of new superintendent
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) Board of Trustees started the process to find its next superintendent at its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. “It’s been a wonderful time in my life. It’s probably been the 10 most rewarding professional years that...
Charles “Chuck” Leland Van Tassel 1947-2024
Charles “Chuck” Leland Van Tassel, 77, passed away at home in Paso Robles on October 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and three children. Chuck was born the middle child of seven in North Bend, OR, on April 9, 1947. His childhood in Gardiner, OR, instilled a lifelong passion for fishing, hunting, gardening, and being outdoors. He graduated from Reedsport High School in 1965, where he played basketball and ran track.
Fall youth pickleball registration now open
ATASCADERO — Atascadero Recreation is excited to launch its first-ever youth pickleball class. Open to 5th–8th graders, this fun, fast-growing sport combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Players will learn fundamental skills, strategies,and enjoy friendly competition. Classes will be held at the Colony Park Community Center...
Atascadero Winter youth basketball registration open
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero is excited to welcome youth back for another season of recreational basketball. Open to all skill levels, the program encourages individual development, teamwork, and fun for kids from kindergarten through 12th grade. Key dates include skills clinics in October, with practices beginning the...
Cleborn D. Benge 1927-2024
Cleborn Dalton Benge, known affectionately by many as “Bengie,” passed away on October 3, 2024, after a short illness. He was born on April 2, 1927, in Oklahoma. After graduating High School in Coleman, Oklahoma, he joined the Army and served in Korea. He is survived by his wife Annabelle (October 20 would have been their 68th anniversary) and son Randall Lynn (Anne), granddaughters Olivia and Catherine, Dan Gates (son-in-law), grandsons Douglas and Darron (Miranda), and great-grandson Oliver. He was preceded in death by son Timothy Vaughn, daughter Rhonda Rochelle, and sister Mildred. He was a 61-year resident of Templeton.
District attorney releases PSA warning property owners of title theft
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow released a new video, a Public Service Announcement urging property owners and real estate professionals to remain vigilant against scams aimed at property and title theft. You can find the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=89KU6bh4Ndo. The San Luis...
Clerk-Recorder launches election awareness campaign with non-partisan yard signs
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Clerk-Recorder and the San Luis Obispo County Elections Office are offeringlocal residents a new way to encourage voting: yard signs with a non-partisan slogan and a photo of a local kid. Eight different versions of the sign, which feature kids of various ages saying, “I’m too young to vote. What’s your excuse?”
Daphne Radike-Martin 1963-2024
Daphne Radike-Martin went to be with Jesus on September 29, 2024. Her life has always centered around her love for Christ, and she is now dancing with her Heavenly Father. She was born in Nebraska and lived the majority of her life in California. Daphne graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo as a microbiologist and spent over 30 years working at Twin Cities Hospital. As the hospital lab director for the last 18 years, her passion for the patients and others was front and center and her dedication to her staff was felt by many.
Merrill Krainess 1932-2024
Merrill Krainess, 91, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024 in Chanhassen, Minnesota. She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on November 10, 1932. She attended Barnard University for her undergraduate degree and completed advanced degrees at the University of Cincinnati and Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. She was a...
Atascadero school lockdown lifted after report of weapon; no threat found, says police
ATASCADERO — At approximately 1:35 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8, officers from the Atascadero Police Department responded to Santa Rosa Academic Academy, located at 8655 Santa Rosa Road, following a report from a student who believed they had seen a weapon during their school break. Upon arrival, officers working...
Cal Poly student RA charged with residential burglary and assault with intent to commit sex offense
CAL POLY — Felony charges have been filed against a Cal Poly student resident advisor for the crimes of residential burglary and felony assault with the intent to commit a sexual offense on Sept. 7. Alexis Alejandro, 25, has been charged with assault to commit a felony during the...
Atascadero Joint Unified School District refinances bond, saving taxpayers $2.8 million
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Joint Unified School District (AUSD) has successfully refinanced an existing bond, resulting in a savings of $2.8 million for the community. Refinancing a bond is similar to refinancing a home mortgage; just as homeowners can lower their monthly payments or reduce their interest rates through refinancing, the district has taken advantage of favorable market conditions and an excellent credit rating to lower the cost of its debt and save money for the community.
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