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California date palm ranches reap not only fruit, but a permit to host weddings and quinceañeras
COACHELLA, Calif. (AP) — Claudia Lua Alvarado has staked her future on the rows of towering date palms behind the home where she lives with her husband and two children in a desert community east of Los Angeles. It’s not solely due to the fleshy, sweet fruit they give...
HOOPA VALLEY TRIBE: Biden administration policies have tribe’s trinity river coho fishery on path to extinction
Press release from the Hoopa Valley Tribe (7/25/24):. Today, following American Rivers named California’s Trinty River to its top-ten list of endangered American rivers. https://www.americanrivers.org/media-item/trinity-river-named-among-americas-most-endangered-rivers-of-2024/, the Hoopa Valley Tribe (Hoopa) charged the United States Bureau of Reclamation (“Reclamation”) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (“CDFW”) with violation of the Endangered Species Act (“ESA”).
Soul Beat, California's first African American TV station, is coming back
California’s first African American television station is getting ready for a relaunch. Founded in 1978 by the late Chuck Johnson, Soul Beat, the 24/7 channel based in Oakland, highlighted music, lifestyle, education and culture for more than two decades. The network went off air in 2003 after the passing...
Former Cal Poly Pitchers Thorpe and Woo Face Off in Major League Showdown
Former Cal Poly pitchers Drew Thorpe and Bryan Woo were set to face off in a Major League game, continuing a tradition of Mustangs in the pros. Thorpe is excelling with the Chicago White Sox, leading MLB in opponents' batting average and impressing with quality starts, while Woo is expected to start for the Seattle Mariners after a successful return from injury. Other former Mustangs are also making their mark in the Major Leagues, with some shining performances and transitions between teams and leagues.
California education official embezzled over $16 million, hid cash in mini fridge, officials say
A former California public school district official was sentenced to over five years in prison Thursday after officials found he embezzled nearly $16.7 million from the district over the years — hiding stacks of cash in a small refrigerator. Jorge Armando Contreras, 53, who previously worked as the senior...
Federal grand jury charges short seller Andrew Left in $16M stock manipulation scheme
A federal grand jury in California has charged short seller Andrew Left with multiple counts of securities fraud for a $16 million stock market manipulation scheme. The Department of Justice said in a statement on Friday that Left, who was a securities analyst, trader, and guest commentator on television channels including CNBC and Fox Business, is charged with one count of engaging in a securities fraud scheme, 17 counts of securities fraud, and one count of making false statements to federal investigators. As a short seller, Left would make money betting stocks would fall. The Justice Department said that Left conducted business under the name Citron Research, which had a website that published investment recommendations. He published research on companies ranging from Tesla and GameStop to Grand Canyon Education and Peloton. If convicted, Left faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison on the securities fraud scheme count, 20 years in prison on each securities fraud count, and five years in prison on the false statements count.
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Mid-State Fair daily schedule for Saturday, July 27
The Country Rodeo Finals is the culmination of hard work and stellar performances during the morning’s rodeo events. Featured events include Match Roping, Team Penning, Double Mugging, Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping, and more. This year’s show features American Freestyle Bullfighting competition featuring World Champion Bullfighter Alex McWilliams. Another highlight will be the 2023 PRCA Announcer of the Year, Anthony Lucia, calling the action. PBR Entertainer Matt Merritt will keep the crowd laughing all night. The beloved parachute flag drop will also make a return to open the show.
Loyd’s Aviation to expand operations at Paso Robles airport
Plans for the expansion include adding terminal space and new hangar facilities to meet increasing demand. – Loyd’s Aviation will expand its operations at Paso Robles Municipal Airport after winning a competitive bid to offer Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services. The 14-month bid process concluded with Loyd’s Aviation set to begin services this fall.
MLB Player Freddie Freeman’s Son Can’t ‘Stand or Walk’ After Hospitalization for Transient Synovitis
Courtesy of Chelsea Freeman/Instagram Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman rushed to the hospital to be with his son on Wednesday, July 25, after his team’s game against the San Francisco Giants. Freeman, 34, learned after the game that his wife, Chelsea, rushed their youngest, 3-year-old Maximus, to the emergency room after he experienced pain […]
Paso Robles propane service offers practical advice for installing the propane tank
-It might seem that installing a new propane tank is a simple process. Choose a flat spot, not too far from a driveway or the house and put the tank there, right? “Well, there’s actually a little more to it than that,” reports Steve Dodson, a member of the family-owned Wildhorse Propane & Appliances.
Community Spotlight: Delaney McGraw & ‘Hank’
Delaney McGraw & ‘Hank’ won their Hampshire Weight Class at the CMSF! Delaney is a 3rd year member of Ranchita Canyon 4H, and Hank was bred by WD Swine out of Turlock, Ca. To submit your community spotlight, send a high resolution (300 dpi) jpeg photo by email to editor@13starsmedia.com, along with a caption up to 85 words.
Students to receive school supplies at annual shopping spree
This year, 150 students from Paso Robles and surrounding areas will participate. – RE/MAX Parkside Real Estate, Paso Robles, announced its 23rd annual Up With Kids Back to School Shopping Spree event will take place on Aug. 10 at the Paso Robles Target Store. This community event supports local students by providing necessary supplies and clothing to start the school year with confidence.
Firestone Walker to cut emissions with $7.3 million grant
Expansion will help the company eliminate 3,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually. – Firestone Walker Incorporated in Paso Robles, California, has been awarded $7.3 million by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance its use of solar energy. This funding is part of a broader $33 million initiative supporting nine projects across seven states aimed at advancing concentrating solar-thermal (CST) technologies.
Two local boxers win at state championship
– Local youth boxers Caiden Perez and JJ Subia recently earned titles at the 2024 Southern California State Amateur Boxing Championships, which was held in Perris from July 12 to 15. Both boxers train at the Goat Shack Boxing Club in Paso Robles, which opened in January 2023. Subia, who is 21 years old, is also the owner of the club.
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