Community

Obituary for Sarah Murphy

–Our beautiful daughter Sarah passed away a week ago Sunday evening. She died from an accidental overdose while living at a sober living house in Full Article

Letter: Thank you Tom O’Malley for advocating for highway improvements

To the editor, –Much appreciation to former Atascadero Mayor, Tom O’Malley, whose advocacy on the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) brought about the Full Article

Local endurance athlete Samantha Pruitt sets out on national tour

–Samantha Pruitt, a San Luis Obispo leader in the professional endurance sports industry, is embarking on a listening tour to connect with outdoor adventure communities Full Article

Scottish pastel artist Tony Allain offering live demo, Q and A

–Scottish based pastel artist Tony Allain will be offering a live demo and Q and A offered through the California Central Coast Pastel Society on Full Article

Human trafficking awareness event happening today in sunken gardens

–An event to be held Thursday morning in Atascadero will promote awareness about human trafficking. Organizer Alyssa Lewis says July 30 is the World Day Full Article

Community enjoys ‘Band, Burger and Brew Drive-thru’

–More than one hundred people bought burgers and floats at the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce drive-through event Tuesday afternoon. Kiwanis Club members grilled burgers. The Full Article

Charles Paddock Zoo to present, ‘Running With Wildlife’ virtual challenge

–The Charles Paddock Zoo has announced a brand new, virtual event that will engage the community in a healthy and fun activity while supporting the Full Article

SLO County shares resources for coping during COVID-19 shutdowns

–The County Behavioral Health Department is urging community members to continue to stay strong as COVID-19 continues to affect the physical and mental health of Full Article

Elective surgery is now a safe choice, says Twin Cities Hospital surgeon

-Dr Michelle Ribas, M.D. a surgeon at Twin Cities Community Hospital, said it is now safe for people to schedule elective surgeries. Tenet Health Central Full Article

‘Protect Atascadero’ group delivers gift baskets to police

–Protect Atascadero recently gave gift baskets to Atascadero Police officers to thank them for their service. The volunteers took 38 gift baskets to the Atascadero Full Article