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Atascadero announces street closures for Cruisin’ Weekend events
– The City of Atascadero will host Cruisin’ Weekend from Aug. 16-17, 2024, which includes the 31st Annual Hot El Camino Cruise Nite and Dancing in the Streets. Hot El Camino Cruise Nite kicks off Friday, Aug. 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with a closed and controlled cruise on El Camino Real from Traffic Way to Curbaril. The following roads will close beginning at 5 p.m., with a hard road closure at 5:30 p.m.:
Local artist opens children’s art studio in Atascadero
Lavoux, who has two children, used her experience as a mother to design the studio environment. – Keshet Lavoux, a Cal Poly alumna, has opened a children’s art studio at 7600 El Camino Real, Suite 12, in Atascadero. Lavoux transformed her initial garage art camp into the studio, which aims to provide a space for children to explore their creativity.
Atascadero’s summer concert series continues with Josh Rosenblum Band
Free concerts held at the Atascadero Lake Bandstand. – The City of Atascadero will continue the 2024 “Saturdays in the Park” Summer Concert Series with a performance by the Josh Rosenblum Band. The concert will take place on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand.
Atascadero’s downtown safety and parking enhancements project progresses
Project to close parking spots, sidewalks temporarily. – The City of Atascadero continues to make progress on the El Camino Real Downtown Safety and Parking Enhancements Project (ECR Project). This project aims to enhance overall safety for all users and increase parking access through downtown. The city’s contractor is beginning work that will temporarily impact the corners of El Camino Real and Entrada Avenue and El Camino Real and Traffic Way.
Atascadero Police arrest reports for July 22-28
Gazafy, Christopher John, 33, of Atascadero, was arrested on July 22 at 12:41 am at 5800 Traffic Way for suspected violation of inflicting corporal injury on spouse/cohabitant/dating relationship (273.5(A) PC). Lopezuribe, Luis, 36, of Atascadero, was arrested on July 23 at 1:40 am at 3895 El Camino Real for suspected...
Warm, sunny weather in the forecast this week for Atascadero
– Warm, sunny weather is in the forecast this week for Atascadero, according to the latest forecasts from Weather Underground. Monday’s forecasted high is 84, followed by 90 on Tuesday, 86 on Wednesday, and 87 on Thursday and Friday. A forecasted high temperature of 93 is expected by Saturday.
Charles Paddock Zoo hosts ‘Wild About Art’ on Aug. 3
– The Charles Paddock Zoo will present Wild About Art on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature the zoo’s animal residents creating unique artistic pieces, along with various arts and crafts activities for visitors. Zoo visitors can engage in activities such as...
Atascadero Community Band announces final summer concerts in park
– The Atascadero Community Band will hold three more “Tuesday in the Park” concerts this summer at the bandstand in Atascadero Lake Park. The free performances begin at 7 p.m. and feature a diverse selection of music performed by musicians of all ages and conducted by local guest conductors. Upcoming concerts include a Latin theme as well as some big-band jazz.
Deputies arrest Nipomo man after hours-long standoff
– Deputies from the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Department responded to a disturbance report on July 24 at approximately 11:30 p.m. in the 100 block of South Avocado Avenue in Nipomo. Before their arrival, the suspect, identified as 36-year-old Bobby Heredia of Nipomo, vandalized a vehicle by breaking windows and damaging the body. He also threatened to kill the victim. The suspect fled the scene before deputies arrived.
Morro Bay Harbor unveils new community-funded rescue UTV
New rescue UTV is equipped with the latest technology to assist the Morro Bay Harbor Department in emergency response situations. – The Friends of the Morro Bay Harbor Department announced the arrival and operational status of a community-funded rescue utility terrain vehicle (UTV). The new UTV was acquired through donations aimed at enhancing beach, bay, and ocean safety.
Paws and Claws: How to Enjoy International Beer Day and International Cat Day
Equally cosmic are International Beer Day and International Cat Day, which will be highly appreciated by everybody who drinks beer and loves cats. If you want to lift your cup up high or just say thank you to your furry friend, these days will give you special chances for celebration and communication. Let’s see how one can celebrate International Beer Day and International Cat Day in 2024.
Police seek hit-and-run driver in SLO bicycle collision
– The San Luis Obispo Police Department it investigating a hit-and-run incident involving a vehicle and two bicyclists that occurred on Tuesday, July 23, at 12 p.m. on the 2800 block of S. Higuera. Officers responded to a local hospital after being alerted that an 87-year-old man had been seriously...
Atascadero opens registration for adult kickball fall season
– The City of Atascadero invites teams to join the 2024 Adult Kickball League for the fall season. Games will take place on Wednesday evenings at Paloma Creek softball fields. The season starts on Aug. 28 and ends on Oct. 16, featuring eight-game nights. Each game will last seven innings or one hour, whichever comes first. All teams will be coed, and applications are accepted only for complete teams, with a minimum of 11 players and a maximum of 18 players.
Authorities investigate burned flags, signs left at downtown SLO businesses
In multiple videos, male suspect is wearing shorts, a dark t-shirt, with a noticeable full white beard. – On July 24, the San Luis Obispo Police Department investigated a series of suspicious incidents involving burned political signs and burned flags left at various locations downtown. An adult male was seen in surveillance footage affixing the burned items to doors or draping them across doorway thresholds. The burned signs were political yard signs, and the burned flags represented the LGBTQ+ community and the country of Ukraine. The signs and flags also had religious statements written on them.
New Templeton superintendent outlines district goals
– The new Templeton Unified School District (TUSD) superintendent, Dr. Edd Bond, was confirmed in the position this May and will officially begin his duties in August. Bond has worked in the public education field for 28 years; his primary goals for TUSD include supporting students and faculty in both academic and personal aspects.
Family-owned Idler’s Home celebrates 70 years on Central Coast
Business marks 70th anniversary with apple pie contest. – Idler’s Home, a family-owned furniture and appliance store, will celebrate its 70th anniversary on Aug. 9. Founded in 1954 by WWII veteran Bud Idler and his wife Avis, the store has expanded from a modest downtown location to five establishments along the Central Coast. Over the years, Idler’s Home has supported numerous local initiatives and charities, reflecting its dedication to social responsibility.
Adult basketball season begins at Colony Park in August
– The City of Atascadero has opened team registrations for the 2024 fall season of adult basketball at Colony Park Community Center. The league will run from Aug. 25 to Oct. 27, featuring eight regular-season games with some holidays off. Games will take place on Sundays. Teams can be coed...
Saturday concert series in Atascadero continues with Erin & the Earthquakes
– The City of Atascadero will continue its 2024 “Saturdays in the Park” Summer Concert Series with a performance by Erin & the Earthquakes. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand. Erin & the Earthquakes are known...
Atascadero Police arrest reports for July 15-20
Welch, Brandon Scott, 33, of Atascadero, was arrested on July 15 at 2:19 am at 9400 El Camino Real for suspected driving under the influence (23152(A) VC) and driving under the influence with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more (23152(B) VC). France, Jordan Ray, 36, of Atascadero, was...
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