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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Paso Robles composer created Olympics theme, ‘Deadpool Rap.' Now he has a local project

Once Paso Robles native Todd Andrew let go of his perfectionism, his music career took off. Now the composer is best known for the creation of NBC’s Tokyo Olympics theme song, the Honda Sports Desk Update on NBC and the “Deadpool Rap” — a song featured in the 2016 Marvel movie. But Andrew told The Tribune that these works don’t represent him — they are strictly his “functional” art, or what pay the bills. “You have to treat it like a job,” he said. “You wake up at the same time every day … you do your work … you clock out … you don’t make too much of a deal out of it.” But he’s also got a side gig that fuels his passion — and it’s one locals might recognize. Andrew’s art of ‘not thinking too much’ Andrew grew up in Paso Robles starting in the fifth grade. In high school, he said he wanted to be Eddie Van Halen. After graduating, he ventured to Los Angeles, where he discovered the world of television composing, which he liked because he could sit at his own house and not have to tour, he said. The composer returned to Paso

Paso Robles, CA · 1d

KSBY News

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Annual Garagiste Festival returns to Paso Robles

Community members had the opportunity to try hundreds of local wines at the Garagiste Festival. Dozens of Paso Robles winemakers participated in the grand tasting, pouring over 200 wines.

Paso Robles, CA · 1d

Paso Robles Daily News

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Sensorio to hold ribbon cutting Nov. 17 for new downtown installation

Illuminated sculptures will connect Downtown City Park to Sensorio. – Sensorio will hold a ribbon cutting for its new downtown installation at Downtown City Park on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 4:45 p.m. The installation will feature illuminated sculptures in the heart of downtown, connecting the park to Sensorio. It was...

Paso Robles, CA · 1d

esterobaynews.com

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Cambria Artifacts Gallery to Close After Three Decades

Artifacts Gallery in Cambria will close its brick-and-mortar location on Jan. 3, 2027. Photo submitted. A retail space featuring both local talent and national artists in the commercial heart of Cambria will shutter its doors after more than three decades. Artifacts Gallery, located at 775 Main Street, known for a...

Cambria, CA · 3d
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pasoroblespress.com

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Cowboy Christmas auction to celebrate Templeton honorees, support local nonprofits

Dec. 3 gathering will recognize Niels and Bimmer Udsen and Templeton Floor Company while continuing a holiday giving tradition. Decorated Christmas trees will take center stage as neighbors gather to support local nonprofits and celebrate community service at the 2026 A Very Merry Cowboy Christmas Tree Auction. Presented by the Paso Robles & Templeton Chamber of Commerce, the event is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, at the American Legion Hall, 805 S. Main St. The evening will include food, live entertainment, community awards and an auction of trees donated and decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents. Proceeds will benefit designated local nonprofit organizations.

Templeton, CA · 1d

esterobaynews.com

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Living History Morro Bay Events for Veteran’s Day Remembrances

Erik Brun and Heidi Brodmarkle-Brun at home in Morro Bay. Photo submitted. Erik Brun is a local historian and veteran who grew up on the Central Coast. His wife, Heidi Brodmarkle-Brun, is a safety consultant and owner of the recently launched 805 Fearless, a self-defense training facility in Morro Bay. Heidi and Erik have a combined 60 years of United States Army service, both retiring as lieutenant colonels. Erik also believes it is his honor to have served in the California, Arizona and District of Columbia National Guards. Together they share their four, now, adult children – two sets of siblings adopted from Ukraine.

Morro Bay, CA · 3d

Chowhound

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The Fiber-Rich Vegetable That Once Started A War Between Farmers And The Mafia

Organized crime set its sights on this unique vegetable loaded with fiber, leading to a long and violent conflict with the farmers who grew it.

New York, NY · 21h

FOX 5 San Diego

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What happened to California’s second death row at Folsom Prison?

(FOX40.COM) — Folsom State Prison was one of two California state prisons to house a death row and saw 93 men hang at its gallows over a 42-year period. The first cell block at Folsom was completed in 1878 and the first prisoners were transferred from San Quinten to Folsom in July 1880. Read more: […]

Folsom, CA · 3d

San Francisco Chronicle

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‘We’re a bunch of weirdos up in here’: A shuttered Bay Area venue gets new life

Bay Area concert producers Heavy Lemon and the nonprofit Crossthread plan to reopen San Jose’s Black Cat Licorice Theater as a music venue next year.

San Jose, CA · 2d

familydestinationsguide.com

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These 8 Gorgeous Movie Palaces In California Are Straight Out Of A Dream

Ready to find the most breathtaking movie palaces in California?. These 8 historic theaters offer old-school glamour and unforgettable big-screen experiences!. 1. Alameda Theatre & Cineplex (Alameda) There are some places that make you stop walking and just stare, and the Alameda Theatre is absolutely one of those places. That...

California · 1d

CBS News

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George Kahumoku Jr., 10am Pt. 1

California · 15h

myfamilytravels.com

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California Bookstore Founded in 1894 Found a New Owner After a Two-Year Search to Save Its Legacy

Founded in 1894, a California bookstore survived more than a century of change before facing an uncertain future. In 2024, its longtime owner announced plans to sell, hoping to find someone who would preserve the independent business and its history. The search lasted two years before a new owner finally...

Pasadena, CA · 2d

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California Family Filled a Store With Creations From More Than 100 Artists and Unusual Collectibles

A tiny beetle-themed shop sells real insect displays, bird skulls, and fine jewelry, all under one roof. It runs on the vision of one family. It also carries work from more than 100 independent artists. The inventory leans strange in the best way. Think taxidermy, wax seals, bug-themed cards, and...

Pasadena, CA · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

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HGTV's Raised-Bed Winter Checklist Starts With Clearing Dead Plants and Sealing Wood Frames Before the First Hard Freeze

HGTV's raised-bed winter checklist starts with clearing spent plants before the first hard frost and sealing wood frames. Extension guides add mulch and cover crops.

North Carolina · 1d

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‘The community’s living room’: Bookshop Santa Cruz celebrates 60 years of endurance

When you visit Bookshop Santa Cruz on Pacific Avenue, you might glance over a wooden rocking horse in the children’s section. Against the backdrop of thousands of new titles and colorful covers, it’s a little unassuming, the wood pockmarked and worn. What you might not know is that...

Santa Cruz, CA · 2d

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New book wrestles with University of California’s role in making college accessible

This story was originally published by EdSource. Journalist and author Miriam Pawel, known for her histories of Cesar Chavez, the United Farmworkers and the Brown political dynasty, turns to another California institution in her latest book: the University of California. Her book, “California Dreams: The Making and Remaking of the...

California · 1d

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Meta, Google And TikTok Sue California Over Teen Feed Limits

Meta, Google and TikTok have filed separate federal lawsuits seeking to block a California law that would restrict autoplay, personalized recommendations and other features for users younger than 16. The companies sued California Attorney General Rob Bonta on November 4, arguing Assembly Bill 1709 violates the First Amendment and conflicts...

California · 20h

growingupsc.com

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Making His Mark on Santa Cruz

For over a decade, Santa Cruz native, artist, illustrator and graphic designer Shaun Logan—also known as Slogan—has been crafting vibrant murals in Santa Cruz’s most iconic spots, including the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Catalyst Club. The 44-year-old local artist has found great success in the county, and his art can be seen in some of Santa Cruz’s most iconic spots.

Santa Cruz, CA · 2d

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Best of Santa Cruz County entertainment, arts & food events this weekend, Nov. 5-8

The Capitola Plein Air Festival runs through the weekend, with artists celebrating the unique beauty of the tiny coastal city with open-air painting. On Saturday morning, watch more than 40 accomplished artists paint outdoor scenes in a timed challenge, then vote for your favorite at the Capitola Plein Air Quick Paint. It starts at 9:45 a.m. – Lily Belli.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 3d