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City Rec Department Looking to Rebuild
MORRO BAY — The Coronavirus Pandemic response has hit most everyone hard, and perhaps one of the hardest hits has been absorbed by the Morro Bay Recreation Department. A once robust organization offering youth and adult sports leagues, afterschool programs, a teen center, numerous other recreation classes, and activities all pretty much ground to a halt in March 2020 with the advent of the pandemic and the State’s stay-at-home orders and business closures.
Tour of Paso Bike Ride Fundraiser Benefits Cancer Support Community
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Cancer Support Community – CA Central Coast (CSC-CCC) has rolled with the punches throughout the pandemic and are moving forward with plans to host their 13th Annual Tour of Paso. On Sunday, May 2, riders of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced, have...
Local Service Organizations Deliver Groceries to Homebound Seniors
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — A Feeding America grant is making it possible for three local social service organizations to work together to deliver free, weekly groceries to SLO County’s most isolated community members. The SLO Food Bank, Wilshire Community Services, and Ride-On Transportation will collaborate to meet the challenging...
Community Foundation of Estero Bay Celebrates Month of the Young Child™
MORRO BAY — The Community Foundation of Estero Bay is pleased to announce our participation this year in a month-long celebration of the young child. The Month of the Young Child™ is an annual event sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world’s largest early childhood education association, with nearly 60,000 members and a network of 51 affiliates.
Famous Puzzle Artist to Immortalize Morro Bay
MORRO BAY — Morro Bay could be joining a long list of universities, National Parks, and cities the world over that have been “immortalized” by folk artist and jigsaw puzzle maker extraordinaire Eric Dowdle, who recently visited our sleepy little fishing village, hosted by the town’s oldest non-profit, beautification group.
First Annual Best of Morro Bay Readers’ Poll Open Now!
We are excited to announce our First Annual Best of Morro Bay Readers’ Poll!. We have more than 100 categories of local businesses, organizations, events, and attractions waiting for you to cast your ballot for the Best of 2021. Vote for your favorites now!. Our Reader’s Poll is your chance...
Morro Bay’s Iconic Bay Theater Back in Business
MORRO BAY — The Bay Theatre in Morro Bay is back in business after a challenging year of closures due to COVID-19 restrictions. As we reported back in January, Mary Lou Jannopoulos has owned the Bay Theater for the past 25 years. Her late-husband Jim originally bought the Bay in 1973 from Ruth and Ted Morris. Jannopoulos said at the time she was heartbroken over the decision to sell and said she held out as long as she could during the pandemic closures that started last March and brought her business to a screeching halt.
Morro Bay Fire Chief Knuckles Announces Retirement
MORRO BAY – The Morro Bay City Council approved a temporary contract with Fire Chief Steve Knuckles to remain with the City as Fire Chief until Jul. 31. This will allow the City to conduct a full recruitment for his successor while maintaining continuity of leadership of the Fire Department under Chief Knuckles stewardship through the recruitment process.
First Annual ‘Best of Morro Bay Life’
The readers vote and we count! Shower your love on your favorites!. Welcome to the first annual Best of Morro Bay Life Reader’s Poll! Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press just completed its 8th annual version with great success and it is a great way to provide reader input about their favorite places to eat, play, shop and relax in their community.
What A Budget Session
A common topic with our district superintendents, charter directors, school boards, PTAs, Rotary Clubs, and community groups is the California state budget. The best explanation about the California budget I have heard is that the budget is a process rather than a product. This year is like no other I have experienced in my 35 years of service.
Taste of Americana:St. Patrick’s Day Traditions
When I was growing up, my mother never let March 17 go by without a celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Everything in our house “turned green” with her decorating. She loved the day, and the fact that her maiden name was O’Haver added more reason to celebrate. She always wanted to travel to Ireland, and indeed, she did finally get there.
County Supervisors Peschong, Arnold, and Calwise Business Owner BerghAddress ABC Warnings in Letter to Gov. Newsom
SAN LUIS OBISPO — San Luis Obispo County Supervisors John Peschong, District One, and Debbie Arnold, District Five, signed a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom on Feb. 3. The letter addressed official warnings from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) issued to local restaurants. During the week of...
Modified Youth, Recreational Adult Sports Can Start on Friday
SAN LUIS OBISPO — San Luis Obispo County Health announced today that organized youth and adult sports with modifications can resume in San Luis Obispo County starting on Feb. 26, with some modifications based on guidance from the California Public Health Department. The guidance applies to all organized youth and...
California Mid-State Fair Board ‘Cautiously Optimistic’
PASO ROBLES — California Mid-State Fair (CMSF) board members are “cautiously optimistic” the show will go on for a 2021 fair. CMSF board members are developing two plans for this summer’s fair scheduled set for Jul. 21 – Aug. 1. Either way, the fair will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary.
Business Owner Daugherty Forms a Small Business Coalition
PASO ROBLES — On December 3, 2020, California went into a regional lockdown, which included San Luis Obispo County under the Southern California region. This second lockdown forced retailers to operate at 20 percent capacity and restaurants to revert back to takeout only. When Brad Daugherty, owner of Cider Creek...
Cuesta College Performing Arts Center Now Providing COVID-19 Vaccines
SAN LUIS OBISPO — On Feb. 11, the San Luis Obispo County Health Department hosted a vaccination site tour at Cuesta College Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo (SLO). That day the site issued 900 vaccines, which was the highest number of people to receive vaccines in SLO County in one day, from one site.
Supervisors Address Concerns with Current Homeless Population and Financial Constraints
SAN LUIS COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors met for their regularly scheduled meetings in February. The meeting on Feb. 9 began with the consent agenda, which was passed by the Board with a 5-0 vote. Following, Penny Borenstein, the Public Health Director, spoke on agenda...
SLO County Health Officials Address Vaccine Misinformation
SAN LUIS OBISPO — With the recent release of two COVID-19 vaccines, San Luis Obispo County Health officials warn that misinformation is spreading online. County officials remind the community to look to trusted, credible sources for accurate information. “With so many people searching for answers, it is easy for misinformation...
Opportunity Blooms in Tax Season
Whether you get a refund or end up owing, you have options. Tax season can be a period of new possibilities – especially when it comes down to what to do with your refund or, on the flip side, how to settle your bill. If you receive a refund. So...
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