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California Mid-State Fair rodeo finals and Monster Truck Madness announced
PASO ROBLES — The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that tickets to the Country Rodeo Finals, presented by Hearst, and the Monster Truck Madness, presented by Zero Nox and Slime, are on sale now. The Country Rodeo Finals will take place on Saturday, July 27, and the Monster Truck Madness will take place on Sunday, July 28. Both shows will start promptly at 7 p.m. and will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena.
John R. McBurney 1933-2024
John Robert McBurney was born July 5, 1933, in Hemet, CA, to James Robert and Lena Eiland, and died April 12, 2024, in Santa Maria. They moved to Santa Margarita in 1945 and owned McBurney Motor Court/Diner. John was a USAF postal clerk/driver when he married Rebecca (Beckie) Epperly at the Arroyo Grande Courthouse on May 16, 1953. They had met at an outdoor movie at Santa Margarita School. He enlisted as a senior, entering basic training before graduating from Atascadero High School. They had two sons, William (June 1954) and Robert (March 1957).
Richard “Dick” Yost 1933-2024
Our beloved husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather, Richard “Dick” Yost, a lifelong resident of Paso Robles, California, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on May 28, 2024. Dick was born November 25, 1933, in Paso Robles, to Donald and Frances (Clevenger) Yost. Dick graduated from Paso Robles...
Ronald R. Richardson 1968-2024
Ronald Ray Richardson was born on April 19th, 1968, in Bellflower, California. Sadly, he passed away on May 26th, 2024, in a motorcycle accident near his home in Paso Robles, California, at the age of 56 years old. His Mother, Valery Strang, loved sharing the story of how her Son...
Christine A. Pankey 1951-2024
Chris was born in Spokane, Washington, in 1951 to Lavern and Betty Lou Drechsel. At ten years old, she moved to Sunnyvale, CA, where she later worked as the counter girl at the Ole Station House, a restaurant that her parents ran. Some of Chris’ favorite memories of her youth were playing and making mischief with her brothers and sisters.
‘Hope on Park’ welcomes wine lovers to downtown Paso Robles
PASO ROBLES — Hope Family Wines is opening its second tasting room, Hope on Park — an experiential tasting room where nearly 50 years of heritage, hospitality, and winemaking find a whole new flavor in downtown Paso Robles. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to bring the world of...
Travel Paso announces recipients, honorees for inaugural regional Hospitality & Tourism Awards
Various categories recognized include leadership, teamwork, service, and dedication. PASO ROBLES — Travel Paso announced the winners of the inaugural “Travel Paso Hospitality and Tourism Awards” last week during “California Tourism Month,” coinciding with the state’s Visit California initiative to celebrate the impact tourism has on the state’s economy. Alongside “National Travel & Tourism Week,” the new local Travel Paso initiative honors local businesses and individuals displaying extraordinary leadership in creating an impact on Paso Robles as a tourism destination. The various categories recognized include leadership, teamwork, service, and dedication.
Paso Robles Lions Club awards scholarships to Paso Robles High School graduates
PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Lions Club has awarded scholarships to deserving graduating seniors at Paso Robles High School for the 2023-2024 school year. The Lions Club, with the motto “We Serve,” has been dedicated to serving the community since its inception in 1917. The scholarship committee carefully considered financial need and involvement in school and community activities when selecting the recipients who maintained a non-weighted GPA of 2.7 to 3.7.
Eagles soar into next chapter at Class of 2024 graduation
TEMPLETON — Templeton High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2024 on Thursday, June 6, at Volunteer Stadium. The event was marked by nearly 200 students receiving their diplomas from the Templeton Unified School District (TUSD) Board of Trustees. The ceremony began with a rendition of the...
Paso Robles commemorates D-Day with inaugural Sherman’s Legacy Flight
PASO ROBLES — Thursday, June 6, marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day — when United States military and other allies landed on the beaches of Normandy in France and led to the liberation of France from the Nazis, which served as a turning point in World War II. This year also marked the first Sherman’s Legacy Flight, a commemorative event dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Sherman Smoot.
Paso Robles High School celebrates Class of 2024 graduation
PASO ROBLES — Over 400 students walked into their next phase in life at War Memorial Stadium for the Friday, June 7, Paso Robles High School (PRHS) graduation. The milestone was marked by a series of recognitions highlighting the achievements and aspirations of the Class of 2024. Paso Robles...
Trustees adopt resolutions supporting by-trustee election despite concerns
PASO ROBLES — The upcoming November elections were discussed at the Tuesday night, June 11, Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) board meeting. Due to the California Voting Rights Act, the district has had to make the move from an at-large voting system to a by-trustee area election.
Ralph A. Hadford 1930-2024
Ralph “Bud” Armand Hadford, age 94, of Reno, Nevada, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Bud was born on March 27, 1930, in Garden Grove, CA. He was the fourth child and only son of Clarence Hadford and Jeanne Anna (Armand) Hadford. He passed away at the...
Donald J. Avery Jr 1971-2024
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Donald Jay Avery Jr., a beloved native son of San Luis Obispo County, who was taken from us too soon in a car accident involving a drunk driver on May 15, 2024. Born on December 31, 1971, Donnie’s life was filled with love, achievement, and dedication to both family and community.
Adrian “Bubba” Gilberto Gaona 1988-2024
Born at San Francisco Hospital on December 9, 1988, Adrian lived in Atascadero, where he unexpectedly passed away on May 17 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. Adrian was a beloved son, brother, fiancé, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. If you knew Adrian, you know he loved sports...
Rides in the Carnival to be free on opening day of California Mid-State Fair
PASO ROBLES — The California Mid-State Fair is once again teaming up with Helm & Sons Amusements to offer free carnival rides on Opening Day, Wednesday, July 17. The fairgrounds main gate and carnival open at 4 p.m. and will be open until fairclosing at midnight. Of course, carnival ride height and size restrictions still apply, but everyone rides for free in the Main Carnival and Cub Country! And yes, this does include the Big Splash water ride, PLUR Spinning Coaster, and Medusa. Visit MidStateFair.com for a full ride list.
SLO Food Bank shares how to help alleviate Hunger on Hunger Awareness Day
PASO ROBLES — On June 7, the San Luis Obispo Food Bank invites community members to participate in Hunger Awareness Day, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about food insecurity and alleviating hunger across San Luis Obispo County. Over the past year, the demand for food assistance has surged,...
Daily admission tickets available at Farm Supply with discounted pre-sale pricing
PASO ROBLES — The California Mid-State Fair announced that pre-sale Daily Admission tickets are now available for purchase at local Farm Supply Company stores located in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande, and Santa Maria. These are the absolute lowest pre-sale Daily Admission ticket prices you will find...
California Mid-State Fair looking for National Anthem singers
PASO ROBLES — The California Mid-State Fair announced that applications are being accepted for National Anthem singers. Each year the California Mid-State Fair offers local singers the opportunity to sing the National Anthem prior to the start of Chumash Grandstand Arena shows. Interested applicants can fill out an online...
Spaces still available in Atascadero and Paso Robles for high-quality summer day care
PASO ROBLES — Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast want local families to know that spots are filling fast at their Atascadero and Paso Robles-Flamson clubs for their very popular summer camps. For those families that want a rewarding, high-quality summer experience for their kids, the Boys & Girls Club is here for you.
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