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Congressman Panetta visits with local teens at the Teen Center at Centennial Park
PASO ROBLES — The Teen Center at Centennial Park in Paso Robles (600 Nickerson Drive) was alive with activity on Thursday, Jan. 25, as local teens welcomed United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) for a visit. Congressman Panetta enjoyed a tour of the center and visited with teens while playing pool, shooting hoops, posing for several photos, purchasing some refreshments from the Teen Center snack bar, and even buying a friendship bracelet made by one of the teens.
Templeton Tennis Ranch secures permit for eight-lane competition pool
TEMPLETON — Templeton Tennis Ranch [TTR] finally has a permit in hand to start construction on its upcoming pool. The competition lap pool will be 25 yards long and feature eight lanes. Bonus: it will be built right off the end of the main clubhouse building on-site and will bring a much-needed pool to the North County.
Paso Robles Elks Lodge hosts West Central Coast District Hoop Shoot
NORTH COUNTY — This past weekend, the Paso Robles Elks Lodge #2364 hosted the West Central Coast District Hoop Shoot, drawing children from different lodges stretching from Paso Robles to Simi Valley. Ten out of the 12 lodges held a Hoop Shoot contest. The competition is open to boys and girls ages 8-13. Participants are divided into different age groups, ensuring fair and competitive matchups. The West Central Coast District encompasses a wide geographical area, including cities and towns along the coast, making it a diverse and vibrant competition. The Hoop Shoot competition follows a free-throw format, where participants attempt to score as many baskets as possible from the free-throw line. Each participant gets multiple attempts, and the one with the highest number of successful shots in their age group advances to the next round. The competition progresses through local, district, state, and national levels, with the ultimate goal of reaching the Elks National Hoop Shoot Finals.
Paso Robles Rotary Club marks a century of service
PASO ROBLES — On Saturday night, Jan. 27, the Rotary Club of Paso Robles celebrated a century of service to our community at the Paso Robles Event Center. The full Frontier Building offered live music, drinks, food, and plenty of camaraderie. A history of the local Rotary Club was given, and long-standing and important members of the club were honored.
February Issue of Paso Robles Press Magazine in Your Mailbox this Weekend
We are proud to announce another issue of Paso Robles Press 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 Hope Family Wines. We also shine a light on some unique local stories:
Local photographer Celeste Hope to be honored at annual Sweet Art fundraiser
PASO ROBLES — Studios on the Park will honor community leader and photographer Celeste Hope at its annual Sweet Art Fundraising Luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bella Terra Vineyard Estate. For the past 13 years, Studios on the Park has celebrated community...
John H. Holt 1957-2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Harlow Holt on January 6, 2024, at the age of 66. John died unexpectedly after a brief illness at his home in Paso Robles, California. John’s greatest achievement and source of pride was being a father to his sons, MSgt John “Harley” Holt USAF, 30, of Paso Robles, and Cameron Leslie Holt, 28, currently of Colorado, and his greatest delight was spending time with his four grandchildren.
Twin Cities Community Hospital welcomesEleze Armstrong as new CEO
TEMPLETON — Tenet Health Central Coast announced the appointment of Eleze Armstrong as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Twin Cities Community Hospital in Templeton, effective Jan. 15. “I am delighted to welcome back a dynamic and skilled leader in Eleze to Tenet Health Central Coast, this time...
Sister Paulina Villa 1933-2024
Sister Paulina Villa died peacefully on January 14, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born in Santa Margarita, California, on June 30, 1933, to Amelia Garcia and Lazaro Villa. She had seven brothers and sisters. Claudine Rosa, Rita East, Lupe, Lazaro (Leslie), Toby, and Louie Villa, who have preceded her in death. Christine Evans remains her only living sister.
Carolyn Jane Roach-Hendershot 1943-2023
Carolyn Jane Roach-Hendershot passed away after a cardiac event on January 15, 2024. Carolyn, known to many as just “MOM,” was a decedent of a founding Paso Robles pioneer family. Born with her twin sister Marilyn to Clifford and Blanche (Brown) Bresette near the end of WWII. She graduated from Paso Robles High School in 1961 and was a Hometown Bearcat fan/supporter. She never missed a game, even if by radio, during her snowbird years in Palm Springs, CA.
Red Light Roundup 1/15/2024-1/21/2024
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. Paso Robles Police Department. January 15, 2024. 00:31 —...
Letter to the Editor: District should take proper care of the Dual Immersion Program
With more than 600 students in grades kindergarten through fifth, Paso Robles’ Dual Immersion Program, Georgia Brown, currently housed at its namesake campus at 36th Street, has grown to become the district’s largest and most sought after elementary school program. Until recently, switching to a lottery system to handle demand, parents from all over Paso Robles and beyond would camp out overnight to secure their children’s spot in the program that grounds the fundamentals of their child’s educational journey in both Spanish and English. Its administration is excellent, with its principal, Celia Moses, recently being awarded Woman of the Year, long-tenured teachers with experience teaching in both languages, and outsized results, including leading the district in EL Student’s Progress in recent statewide tests by a phenomenal 19.3 percent compared to the districtwide average of 2.9 percent.
Downtown pulse rate: How is business going for local merchants?
PASO ROBLES — Following the rush of the holiday season, January has historically been a slow month for retail businesses. Paso Robles Press spoke with some downtown merchants to get a pulse rate of how they are faring during this time of year. Dan Pankratz, buyer and merchandiser for...
Two arrested in connection with recent vehicle thefts
PASO ROBLES — Two women have been arrested for recent vehicle thefts in Paso Robles. According to a press release from the Paso Robles Police Department (PRPD), there was a noticeable uptick in stolen vehicles in the City during the past month. Three vehicles, all Hondas, were reported stolen...
Paso Wine Fest tickets on sale with new locals only pricing
PASO ROBLES — Paso Robles Wine Country’s marquee celebration, Paso Wine Fest, will take place Thursday, May 16, to Sunday, May 19, and tickets went on sale Friday, Jan. 19. The Grand Tasting will feature more than 100 of Paso’s best wineries, expanded complimentary culinary bites, local distilled spirits, live entertainment, and more.
Honor Flight team gears up for May journey
NORTH COUNTY — The Honor Flight team has announced their next flight is taking off this upcoming May 13 to 15. Commemorating the first anniversary of their larger flights, the team reflects on a year filled with memorable journeys, heartfelt moments of honor, and expressions of gratitude. Preparations are...
Georgia Brown campus to close for next school year
PASO ROBLES — Until further notice, students will not be returning to the Georgia Brown Elementary School campus on 36th Street for the 2024-25 school year. During the Tuesday, Jan. 23, Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) board meeting, trustees voted 6-1, Sondra Williams dissenting, to close the campus following the current academic year and move the dual immersion program to one of the district’s middle school campuses.
Beverly L. Hillman 1928-2023
Beverly Hillman, age 95, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 13, 2023, in Paso Robles, California. She had complications from her dementia. She was born on January 4, 1928, in Wichita, Kansas. When she was three years old, her parents, Paul and Pharel Greenamyer, along with her older sister, Margorie, all moved to Pico Rivera in the Los Angeles area, where she spent her adolescent and high school years. Beverly loved to ride the Trolly car to Long Beach with her friends Mary Ann and Wanda and make a day of basking in the sun. She also enjoyed getting all dolled up with her girlfriends in her high heels and nice dress to go to the Los Angeles Garment District and go shopping.
One arrested for DUI hit and run
PASO ROBLES — One man has been booked into San Luis Obispo County Jail following a DUI hit and run in Paso Robles Monday night, Jan. 22, close to 10 p.m. Paso Robles Police Officers responded to a traffic collision with injuries at Creston Road and Cedarwood Drive. As officers were enroute the collision the suspect vehicle fled the scene. One of the responding police units pulled over the vehicle and driver, 47 year old Nicacio AntonioMendoza of Paso Robles.
DUI Driver Causes Fatal Crash near Templeton
TEMPLETON — People involved in a fatal DUI crash have been identified. On Sunday night, Jan. 21, a deadly crash occurred near Templeton resulting in a deadly crash that claimed the life of Edna Marquez Galindo, 32, from Fresno. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to the solo-vehicle accident,...
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