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Dr. Perry Patel, a dentist serving Nipomo, Calif., invents unique new tongue cleaner

–Nipomo dentists Dr. Perry Patel, DDS, has announced the release of the Tongue Pop, a new style of tongue scraper he invented under the brand Full Article

Exchange program seeks volunteer host families for this summer

–The North County will be host to more than 130 students from Russia, Finland, Italy, France and Sweden for three and four weeks this summer. Full Article

Templeton Home School hosting open house March 7

-Promoted post- Residents of San Luis Obispo County are invited to sample a truly unique education offering in Templeton –Templeton Home School is an undiscovered Full Article

Cuesta nursing program hosts events in March

–Cuesta College’s Nursing Department is holding a variety of events during the month of March: On March 10, the college will host the 4th Annual Full Article

Tips from CHiPs: Driving in inclement weather

– It’s that time of year again when the notorious valley fog and heavy rain are upon us. There are several safety considerations and a Full Article

Green waste drop-off event to be held March 3 in Atascadero

Event offers way to dispose of extra green waste at no additional cost -The City of Atascadero and Waste Management will be holding a special Full Article

Adoptable pet of the week: Mr. Ray Charles

-This week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week is Mr. Ray Charles from Meade Canine Rescue and Sanctuary. Mr. Ray Charles is a happy, house trained, Full Article

11 low-income families receiving keys after building homes with their own hands

Families built their own homes under Peoples’ Self-Help Ownership Program – Eleven families who personally picked up hammer and nails with the goal of building Full Article

High school to present ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

–The Atascadero High School Drama Department is in full production of their upcoming spring musical, “Once Upon A Mattress.” The show, which was originally a Full Article

High School Jazz Band raising funds to travel to Reno festival

–The Atascadero High School Jazz Bands are currently raising funds to help them travel to Reno Jazz Festival. “This is an excellent opportunity not only Full Article