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Paso Robles is ripping out some of its grassy areas. Here's why

Paso Robles will have fewer grassy spaces after the city announced its plans to remove nonfunctional turf from its lawns. This decision was in light of California’s decision to ban cities from using potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on public agency properties by New Year’s Day, a city news release said. Private residential yards are not subject to the nonfunctional turf ban, the release said, but some city-maintained grass parkways in residential neighborhoods may be affected. Recreational areas such as parks and athletic fields are also unaffected by the change to the California Water Code. According to the release, the city evaluated about 65 acres of its maintained landscaping that might be considered “nonfunctional.” Of those acres, only about 1.5 were meeting the legal definition under the state’s new ban. “The law does not require or provide funding for turf replacement,” the release said. “The city is planning landscape improvements in phases, with replacement designs tailored to available funding.” In September, the City Council adopted an ordinance modifying the city’s water conservation regulations to incorporate the 2023 law AB 1572 , which prohibited drinking water irrigation of nonfunctional turf such as decorative grass in street medians and narrow roadside

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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New Paso Robles gym takes over longtime favorite. See what's different

The weights at Paso Robles Ironworks Gym have called the property home for 25 years — but now the gym around them is completely refreshed. Vintage remnants of the Life Fitness brand are scattered throughout the 5,000 square foot gym at 580 Linne Road One wouldn’t guess these were the same machines that were once used at former and beloved tenant Iron Jungle — the equipment now sporting brand-new seats, no longer purple, ripped and duct taped. Some 350 gallons of new paint cover the walls. And the bathrooms are finished off with doors, not curtains. “I don’t need to hear what’s going on in there,” Ironworks co-owner David Grubman said with a laugh. Grubman opened the gym with his business partner Sheela Hilton on Nov. 1, replacing the longtime tenant Iron Jungle that had provided community for Paso Robles bodybuilders for more than two decades. The two wanted to create an open and comfortable space for gym rats and newbies, alike. Hilton brought a new element of design to the new space, Grubman said, pointing out her implementation of “Paso Robles crimson red” throughout the gym. “We really wanted to create this open, approachable space. Whereas before, it was

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SFGate

The Michelin-cred chef making amazing pizzas in a Paso Robles rooftop bar

The chef's kitchen consists of a table, two coolers and two pizza ovens.

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A-Town Daily News

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Report: Atascadero school district opens two investigations amid high school principal’s leave

District confirms outside investigation; principal remains on paid leave. – The Atascadero Unified School District has opened two investigations connected to the leave of Atascadero High School Principal Nikki Baca, New Times San Luis Obispo reported. According to New Times, the district hired an outside law firm to investigate allegations...

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Paso Robles Daily News

Paso Robles ice cream sandwich maker selected for dairy business competition

– Paso Robles-based frozen dessert company Leo! Leo! has been selected for the eighth annual Real California Milk Excelerator, a California Milk Advisory Board program that helps dairy entrepreneurs build their businesses, according to the company. Founder Niccolò Lekai is competing with the company’s ice cream sandwiches. On Thursday, Dec....

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

KSBY layoffs and a new look for a longtime gym. Today's top stories

The Tribune covered five major developments across San Luis Obispo County on Nov. 10, 2026, from newsroom layoffs to Cal Poly’s revised campus plans. Here’s a quick look at the top stories: KSBY layoffs: KSBY was among the Scripps stations hit by nationwide layoffs , as parent company E.W. Scripps Co. eliminated 431 positions while creating more than 100 new roles focused on field reporting. Regional general manager Lisa Moore said the affected San Luis Obispo roles were tied to traditional newscast production and station operations, not on-air positions. New Paso Robles gym: Paso Robles Ironworks Gym opened Nov. 1 at 580 Linne Road , replacing longtime tenant Iron Jungle with a fully renovated 5,000-square-foot space. Grubman and Sheela Hilton added fresh paint, refurbished equipment and a new posing room, and had 200 members by the fifth day of operation. Ambulance response times: Templeton Fire Chief Tom Peterson wants to add paramedics to fire engines after finding that ambulances take more than 20 minutes to reach some emergencies roughly 80 times a year. The proposal would also boost shift staffing from two to three firefighters at an estimated cost of $500,000 or more annually, and goes before the district board

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Paso Robles Daily News

About 9,000 PG&E customers lose power east of Paso Robles and Templeton

Utility says crew shut off power for urgent repair. – Nearly 9,000 PG&E customers lost power Tuesday evening in a large area east of Paso Robles and Templeton, KSBY News reported. The outage was reported at 5:35 p.m. PG&E said a crew shut off power to make an urgent repair...

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Paso Robles Daily News

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School board approves Measure M spending plan, including 12 new Virginia Peterson classrooms

Trustees also buy two special education buses, approve Winifred Pifer playgrounds and records digitization. – The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees voted 6-1 Tuesday, Nov. 10, to approve staff recommendations for spending the remaining Measure M bond money, including about $2 million in repairs and upgrades and a plan to replace six aging portable classrooms with 12 new classrooms at Virginia Peterson Elementary School, according to district staff.

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KSBY News

Friday rain, coastal flooding & large breaking waves 18-25 feet on Saturday

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KSBY News

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Downtown Paso Robles gets a 'Gift of Light'

Sensorio is bringing three illuminated art pieces to the heart of Paso Robles, and unlike the holiday decorations, these lights are expected to stay on display year-round.

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

Layoffs hit KSBY in SLO as parent company downsizes nationwide

KSBY was a part of nationwide layoffs as its parent company eliminated over 430 positions amid a companywide transformation. But its unclear how many jobs were lost here or exactly what they were. In total, the NBC affiliate’s parent company E.W. Scripps Co. laid off 431 employees while also creating more than 100 new positions in its local newsrooms focused on field reporting and community connection, regional general manager Lisa Moore told The Tribune on Monday. “These were difficult decisions, and we’re grateful to the colleagues whose roles were eliminated,” Moore wrote in an email. “We’re committed to supporting them through the transition.” KSBY was among the Scripps stations affected by the layoffs, but Moore did not share the number of positions eliminated in the newsroom. The affected roles in San Luis Obispo were tied to traditional newscast production and station operations, not on-air anchor or reporter positions, she said. The mass layoffs were a part of Scripps’ companywide transformation to adapt broadcast, streaming and digital news formats. Most changes will happen behind the scenes, Moore said, with a new operating model and automation that will allow KSBY journalists to update stories throughout the day on broadcast, streaming, digital and

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

SLO County could face a $16 million budget deficit next year. Here's why

San Luis Obispo County is projected to face another multi-million budget gap next year, but uncertainty at the state and federal levels makes it difficult to predict the exact severity of the impending deficit. Assuming all current services are maintaining, the funding gap next year is estimated to be around $15.9 million — but it could range from as low as $11 million to as high as $20 million, according to the county’s fiscal year 2027-28 and multi-year financial forecast. The financial forecast is a point-in-time estimate that remains in flux and carries “a higher-than-usual level of uncertainty,” according to the staff report . “We always want to show that the forecast sensitivity cannot be understated,” SLO County’s assistant chief executive officer Lisa Howe said at the Nov. 3 Board of Supervisors meeting, adding that even a 1% change "can greatly impact the gap to the good or bad.” Howe said there are a variety of state, federal and external risks that will affect the county’s future finances. She pointed to HR 1, or the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as the “most significant” factor, since it impacts CalFresh administration, medical eligibility and the amount of demand for county-funded indigent

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calcoastnews.com

Under fire, SLO City Manager Whitney McDonald resigning

San Luis Obispo City Manager Whitney McDonald announced plans to resign between now and mid-January during a city council meeting on Tuesday. McDonald is hoping to pursue a career in psycho therapy. “After a lot of deep reflection, I have some bitter sweet news to convey,” McDonald said wiping tears...

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Paso Robles Daily News

Former Alex Trebek winery and ranch near Creston to be sold at auction

– Creston Manor, a ranch and winery in northern San Luis Obispo County once owned by “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek, will sell at auction through Concierge Auctions, the company announced Wednesday. The ranch was first listed for $7 million in February and is now listed at $6.45 million....

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Madera Tribune

Hawks can’t battle back in playoff loss

The 14th-seeded Atascadero Greyhounds scored 21 first half points, and the third-seeded Liberty Hawks couldn’t battle back in 24-14 loss in the first round of the Div. IV Central Section playoffs. In its first playoff game on its new field, the Hawks couldn’t find enough offense, and had to...

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

One person dies in SLO County E. coli outbreak, Public Health says

One person has died in connection with an E. coli outbreak in San Luis Obispo , the county Public Health Department confirmed Tuesday. “We can confirm that one individual associated with the E. coli outbreak has died,” San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department public information officer Tom Cuddy said in a statement. “We are sharing this information with the permission of the individual’s family. “This is truly a heartbreaking development, and our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected by this outbreak,” he added. “The entire team at Public Health extends our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones during this difficult time.” The department did not share additional information on the person who died. Last week, the health department announced it was wrapping up its investigation into the outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli that officials believed was tied to Brookshire Farms on Los Osos Valley Road. There have been five confirmed total cases of E. coli in the outbreak — though there were eight additional unconfirmed other cases reported as well, the health department previously said. Of those confirmed cases, three involved children who were receiving intensive care after developing Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. When reached

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Students From Paso Robles High School Volunteer to Unload Food Donations 11.12.2026

Students from Paso Robles high school’s Justserve Club spent part of their Veterans Day assisting in unloading a truckload of donated food and household supplies at Cal Poly. Volunteers carried more than 1,300 cases to pickup stations for about 20 food pantries and community organizations in San Luis Obispo,...

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This California Coastal Café Serves Hearty Seafood Plates With Beautiful Bay Views

Clam chowder and spicy green chile soup get poured into the same bowl here, and somehow it works. The mashup even has its own name on the menu. I believe any kitchen brave enough to try that deserves a closer look. The whole thing started in 1986 as a simple...

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New Times

San Miguel CSD election results shift, candidates trade leads

The races for three seats on the San Miguel Community Services District (CSD) board remain close, with two candidates overtaking early leaders as additional ballots were counted. According to the Nov. 10 vote tallies, John McClure maintained his lead in the five-candidate race for two four-year seats, while Andrew Havard...

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