Community
Last chance to get your business on the new Templeton Area Map
Only a few spots remain on the 10,000-copy glossy map – Local businesses have one last chance to reserve advertising space on the annual Templeton Full Article
Central Coast Zoo to host Zoo Boo Halloween event Oct. 23-24
Two nights of carnival games, a haunted maze, and costume contests planned at the zoo – The City of Atascadero and the Central Coast Zoo Full Article
Santa Margarita singer-songwriter Jade Jackson to release new album Oct. 16
Release week includes Atascadero signing and Paso Robles show – Americana singer-songwriter Jade Jackson, who grew up in Santa Margarita, will release her new album, Full Article
PG&E Foundation grants $21,650 to SLO County food bank
Grants totaling $1.32 million to support food banks across 45 counties – The PG&E Corporation Foundation is providing $21,650 to the Food Bank Coalition of Full Article
Four American teens earn spots in Templeton pro tennis tournament
Julieta Pareja rallies past rival Thea Frodin; Kristina Penickova, Kayla Day play Wednesday – Four 17-year-old American prospects earned spots in the singles main draw Full Article
Obituary notice: Betty Lou Geiwitz, 94, of Atascadero
The following is an excerpt of an obituary published by Kuehl-Nicolay Funeral Home. – Betty Lou Geiwitz passed away at home, surrounded by family on Full Article
Obituary of Mike Lucas, 79
March 1, 1947 – August 15, 2026 – Michael “Mike” Biscardi Lucas, 79, passed away at home on August 15, 2026. Born in Burbank, California, Full Article
Obituary of Jennifer ‘Jeni’ Minton, 49
– Jennifer “Jeni” Minton, beloved daughter of Rick and Debbie Minton, died unexpectedly of natural causes on September 15, 2026, the Feast of Our Lady Full Article
Senator secures funds for Salinas River study, Paso Robles dining facility
Five San Luis Obispo County projects will receive funding through the 2026-27 state budget – State funding will support five projects across San Luis Obispo Full Article
Community radio channel to host Monty Python fundraiser
Event will include a costume contest, food and beverages for purchase, and a screening of the comedy film – The Rock Community Radio will host Full Article
