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Boy Scouts of America Troop 51 celebrates quarterly Troop Court of Honor
ATASCADERO — On Tuesday evening, Oct. 3, Boy Scouts of America Troop 51 in Atascadero gathered for its Quarterly Troop Court of Honor Awards and Recognitions Ceremony. The event, held at Atascadero Lake Park Pavilion within the Doug Moore Meeting Facility, affectionately known as the “Scout Hut,” was an occasion filled with awards and recognitions.
Local Army Veteran takes Honor Flight with all of his sons
NORTH COUNTY — Atascadero wouldn’t be the same without John Butz and his wife, Barbie. The two have become staples in the North County, and at the beginning of October, 90-year-old Butz, who is a Korean War veteran, was able to go on an Honor Flight with four of his family members, including all three of his sons.
Atascadero celebrates 16-year-old scooter athlete
ATASCADERO — A variety of ages and faces from Atascadero headed out to the steps of City Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 4 p.m. to celebrate world champion Claire Parks. Parks, 16 and a junior at Atascadero High School, recently took first place at the World Skate Scootering Pro Tour in Barcelona, Spain, in September. ATown Park owner Kevin Campion introduced not only Claire but two other female athletes who are putting Atascadero on the map with their scooter skills.
World premiere performance of ‘Tent City Rag’ to highlight ‘Around the World in 80 Notes’ concert
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Community Band has announced the world premiere performance of “Tent City Rag,” a musical production gifted and dedicated to the band by esteemed “amateur” composer and fellow Atascadero resident H. Jack Dexter. This new composition will take center stage, completing the band’s “Around the World in 80 Notes” concert, scheduled to take place on Sunday, Oct. 29, at the Atascadero Bible Church.
Atascadero Elks to hold Veterans Appreciation Dinner
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Elks Lodge #2733 is gearing up for its Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner, set to take place on Nov. 11. This event, designed to honor and show gratitude to our nation’s veterans, is open to all veterans and their caregivers, free of charge. The Atascadero Elks Lodge, located at 1516 El Camino Real, will host this memorable occasion, welcoming veterans and their loved ones to join in the celebration.
Red Light Roundup 10/02 – 10/08/2023
Crime data listed below is for information purposes only and subject to change upon the receipt of updated information. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The data listed below is subject to change each week. Atascadero Police Department. October 02, 2023. 20:18 — Alan...
Greyhounds remain undefeated as they edge out Eagles under Friday night lights
NORTH COUNTY — Last Friday night, Oct. 6, the Atascadero Greyhounds secured victory over the Templeton Eagles with a final score of 20-16. The game was filled with suspense, but it was a late touchdown pass that sealed the deal for the undefeated Greyhounds. Templeton’s River Waltmire was the...
City Council approves RV storage facility
Long-term city employees recognized for their work. ATASCADERO—The Atascadero City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers and lasted until after 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11. At the beginning of the...
Governor signs Addis bill to advance multilingual learners
CALIFORNIA — California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 370 into law. Authored by Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D-Morro Bay), AB 370, known as the Biliteracy Advancement Act, aims to establish equity in the standards necessary to achieve the coveted State Seal of Biliteracy. “The State Seal of Biliteracy...
Los Osos residents find inflammatory flyers
LOS OSOS — Residents in Los Osos and surrounding areas have recently been receiving inflammatory flyers and the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for any footage of the individuals who left them. On Sunday, Oct. 8, the Sheriff’s Office was made aware of inflammatory flyers...
A busy October
On Monday, I looked at my October calendar and couldn’t believe how busy we will be here in North County. So, I’ll devote this week’s column to reminders so you can fill in your calendars with these exciting events. Of course October started with the very successful...
Tyranny Comes in Many Forms
Have you seen these articles: ‘No Climate Emergency,’ Meteorologists, Scientists Say,’ ‘Nobel Winner Rebuts Climate Alarm,’ Climate Studies Show Consensus Claims to Be Based Upon Bullying, Not Science,’ ‘Climate Change Hasn’t Set the World on Fire,’ Eliminating Fossil Fuels Will Produce a Crippling Decline in Human Well Being,’ ‘Why California while spending billions, is still vulnerable to fires,’ ‘China Benefits Directly From US Energy Policy.’
Atascadero Chamber celebrates local women with first-ever Women of Influence North County event
ATASCADERO — Women from all over the North County (and a few men) showed up to share their support for the incredible women who make our community a better place for everyone. The inaugural Women of Influence North County (WINC) Luncheon, held by the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce, took...
Red Light Roundup 09/25 – 10/01/2023
Crime data listed below is for information purposes only and subject to change upon the receipt of updated information. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The data listed below is subject to change each week. Atascadero Police Department. September 25, 2023. 09:08 — Christopher...
Colony Days Week officially kicks off with Quota of Atascadero Colony Days Tea
ATASCADERO — Colony Days festivities are officially underway. For the last 45 years, the Colony Days Tea, put on by Quota of Atascadero, has been the official start to all the Colony Days fun. The tea took place on Sunday, Oct. 1, at 2 p.m., at Atascadero Bible Church. The invite-only crowd, comprised of 55 and older residents who have lived in Atascadero for over 40 years, celebrated the last 50 years of Colony Days in Atascadero and honored this year’s incoming Royalty and Grand Marshal. Donn and Christine Clickard have taken on the roles of King and Queen, while Robert “Grigger” Jones is Grand Marshal.
AUSD school board presented with enrollment update
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) met for their regularly scheduled trustee meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. Principal Sarah Betz addressed the board with a school presentation on Santa Rosa Academic Academy. She stated that the school year is off to a great start at the school.
Planned Nationwide Emergency Alert Test scheduled for today at 11:20 a.m. PDT
UNITED STATES — FEMA, in collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), hosting an upcoming nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 4, at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET and 11:20 a.m. PDT. According to a press release issued by FEMA in August, this test aims to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of the alert systems for public safety during emergencies, particularly those of national significance.
One Cool Earth gearing up for fifth-annual Rooted In Community fundraiser
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — San Luis Obispo County-based nonprofit One Cool Earth is gearing up for its fifth-annual Rooted In Community fundraiser, set to kick off on Nov. 7. This virtual fundraiser will span three weeks, concluding on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28, with a goal of raising $22,000. The proceeds from this event will be channeled directly to providing local youth in 25 partner schools with hands-on science education.
District Attorney joins other counties to file Consumer Protection lawsuit against Carquest Auto Parts
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with the District Attorney’s Offices of Santa Barbara and San Diego Counties, has initiated a Consumer Protection lawsuit against Carquest Auto Parts. The lawsuit alleges that Carquest Auto Parts consistently violated California’s Consumer Protection Laws through unfair business practices and deceptive advertising. Specifically, the complaint asserts that Carquest Auto Parts frequently charged customers at the cash register more than the prices displayed on store shelves.
Pedestrian identified in fatal traffic collision
ATASCADERO — Authorities in Atascadero have released the name of the victim in the fatal vehicle vs. pedestrian collision last week on El Camino Real. Atascadero resident Joel Chelster (79) was identified as the pedestrian involved in the fatal collision. Last week, the Atascadero Police Department and Atascadero Emergency...
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