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Board of Trustees goes over the feasibility of putting a future bond on November election ballot
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) Board of Trustees met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. The meeting was held and streamed from the Creston Elementary School Cafeteria. Trustees Tracy Ellis-Weit and Rebekah Koznek were absent from the meeting. During his...
Denise J. Grigory 1931-2024
Denise Jean Grigory, a pillar of strength and heart to her family and friends, peacefully passed away on April 4, 2024, at the age of 93. She leaves behind a legacy of hard work, compassion, and resilience that will forever echo through the rolling hills and rugged beauty of the countryside she called home. She also lives on in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Marina E. Weatherhead 1941-2024
Marina Ester (Cabrera) Weatherhead, age 82, passed away on March 23, 2024, in Provo, Utah. Marina was born on May 4, 1941, in Chiquimula, Guatemala, to Antonio “Tono” José Cabrera Paiz and Ectelvina “Elvira” Valdés Solís. Although her father began his employment as a carpenter and did not make a substantial income, she and her brother enjoyed spending time at the homes of their uncle Manuel “Meme” Cabrera (a dentist) and aunt Maria “Maruca” Cabrera (a mathematics teacher) who provided them with a radio and record player on which to play their favorite music. Growing up in Chiquimula, she attended the Instituto Normal para Señoritas de Oriente until her graduation in 1958.
Alice Ann Bertram 1927-2024
Alice Ann was born Alice Ann Bunting on December 5, 1927, in Parsons, Kansas, to Edward Bunting and Adena Anderson. Alice passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, at Twin Cities Community Hospital at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Henry Bunting and John Bunting, two husbands, Albert Romero and Lloyd Bertram, and her son Edward Romero. Though she had lost her entire family, she found family within her church, neighbors, and at the senior center.
Trina L. Parry 1941-2024
Trina L. Parry, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and my rock-steady companion, wife, lover, and friend of 48 years, passed away gently in our Paso Robles home with hospice care on Easter Sunday morning at 7:00 a.m. Trina was an angel here on earth, and her positive light was shed for...
Fossa arrives at The Charles Paddock Zoo in time for Spring
ATASCADERO — The Charles Paddock Zoo has announced the arrival of “Shelby,” a 13-year-old female fossa, which is now on exhibit and can be seen by watchful visitors and in time for the last weekend of the Spring Festival. Shelby, a fossa Cryptoptocta ferox, came to the...
A-Town Dominators win all four of their local All-Star soccer tournaments
ATASCADERO — Atascadero’s girls U-10 All-Star soccer champions, The A-Town Dominators, had a stellar season, which started in December 2023 and ended in January 2024. Even with the last tournament in February being canceled because of rain, they were still able to win first place at all four of their local tournaments, and only ended up losing one of 18 games.
The Friends of the Atascadero Lake will not host LakeFest this year
ATASCADERO — For six years, the Atascadero community has headed out to Atascadero Lake for the annual Friends of Atascadero Lake LakeFest. The much-loved event has seen many cardboard boat races and fishing derbies over the years. However, this year, LakeFest has been canceled. But there are hopes that the fun-loving festival will be back as soon as next year.
Woods Humane Society announces Pet Pantry Donation Drive event on April 27
ATASCADERO — Woods Humane Society is asking the community to donate pet food for families facing financial hardship during its upcoming Pet Pantry Donation Drive held at all SLO County Lemos Feed & Pet Supply locations on April 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. As an incentive to...
SLOCOG presents City Council with potential measure and transportation investment plan
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 9, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers. The meeting started off with city employee recognitions. “One of the best things is when we get to recognize our...
Chamber Annual Awards Dinner and Gala Silent Auction set for April 20
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Chamber Annual Awards Dinner and Gala is a highly anticipated prestigious event set for 4.20.24 at Rava Wines. This event will celebrate the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals and businesses in our community. This event promises to be an evening of celebration, recognition, networking, and entertainment with a live and silent auction.
It’s ‘On With the Show’ for the Atascadero Community Band
ATASCADERO — Get ready to tap your toes and hum along as the Atascadero Community Band presents, “On With the Show,” a concert extravaganza celebrating the timeless melodies of Broadway. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable matinee performance set to dazzle audiences on May 5, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Atascadero Bible Church.
Atascadero Fire Department welcomes new fire engine
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Fire and Emergency Services unit finally received its new 7564 fire engine. The engine has been in Florida being built by Pierce Manufacturing. It will replace a fire engine that was put into service back in 2001 and has been serving on the front lines for the last 23 years.
Templeton Unified School District appoints new trustee member
TEMPLETON — The Templeton Unified School District held a special board meeting on Thursday, March 21, to hold interviews and fill the vacant spot on the board left by Trustee Mendi Swan, who resigned effective March 1 of this year. As of now, the reason for Swan’s resignation is unspecified.
Keith E. Mills 1956-2024
Keith Edward Mills was born on October 13, 1956, in Dallas, Texas. He died on March 9 at his home in Silver Springs, Nevada, at the age of 67. His family moved from Texas to the Central Coast of California in the mid-1960s. He graduated from Arroyo Grande High School in Arroyo Grande, California in 1975.
John W. Rogers 1948-2024
John W. Rogers passed away at the age of 76. John was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on August 22, 1948. He succumbed to lung cancer after a nine-month battle on March 28, 2024. John and his parents and siblings moved to Atascadero in August of 1961. John attended Atascadero schools and graduated from Atascadero High School in 1966. He attended Cal Poly but interrupted his studies with enlistment in the U.S. Army. Following a 3-year enlistment, he returned to Cal Poly to finish a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.
Marge Ernst 1927-2024
Marge Ernst passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024, at the age of 97, after visits from her entire family. She lived a long and full life in Paso Robles, a place she often called God’s country. She was born on January 19, 1927, in Cañon City, Colorado, and moved to Paso Robles at the age of 18 months with her parents, Lee and Pearl King, and sister Wilma. Her younger sister, Nita, was born in Paso Robles.
Richard “Dick” Ross 1930-2023
A Celebration of Life for Richard “Dick” Ross will be held on Saturday, April 13 at the Paso Robles Pioneer Museum, 2010 Riverside Ave in Paso Robles. The event will start at 11:00 am. Dick was born in Huntington Park, California, in 1930 and lived throughout the county...
April Issue of Atascadero News Magazine in Your Mailbox this Week
We are proud to announce another issue of Atascadero News Magazine for our loyal fans and new readers. Our team put together another great issue, and we hope you enjoy it!. In this issue, we highlight the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce Award Winners. We also shine a light on some...
Supervisors agree to extend Diablo Canyon Power Plant operation
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The fate of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) has again shifted after San Luis Obispo County Supervisors approved to extend its operation up to 20 years. The decision was made at the Tuesday, March 26, meeting with a 3-2 vote, Supervisors Jimmy Paulding and Bruce Gibson dissenting.
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