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County launches new program to tackle opioid overdose crisis

NaloxBox program aims to save lives across SLO County – The San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Health Department has launched the NaloxBox program to reduce Full Article

E. coli contamination prompts recall of organic baby carrots from Bakersfield

Grimmway Farms products recalled after being distributed nationwide – Grimmway Farms, a Bakersfield farm company, and popular local brand, has issued a recall for select Full Article

County denies responsibility in teen’s death at crisis facility

Elina Branco died in May at county’s crisis stabilization unit – A recent court filing asserts that San Luis Obispo County is not responsible for Full Article

2024 Physician of the Year SLOC Andrew Anthony MD

San Luis Obispo’s Dr. Andrew Anthony named physician of the year

Colleagues commend his perseverance, kindness, and dedication, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he provided critical care to patients – The Central Coast Medical Association Full Article

77-year-old woman struck and killed by vehicle in Morro Bay

Driver remained on the scene, cooperated with investigation, police say – A 77-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Full Article

City of San Luis Obispo names new assistant city manager

Collins is set to begin his role on Dec. 5 – The City of San Luis Obispo has selected Scott Collins, executive director of the Full Article

Businesses: Reach new customers around Lake Nacimiento

–A message from Access Publishing– New Heritage Ranch and Oak Shores directories to be published – Access Publishing is getting ready to print two niche Full Article

Apartment manager responds to accusations over 40 dead cats, resigns from news group

Laurie Bryant responds to online criticism, supporters defend her – Laurie Bryant of Paso Robles, founder of a popular local newsgroup on Facebook, resigned following Full Article

Roadwork in Templeton expected to cause delays next week

– San Luis Obispo County Public Works will be conducting road improvements on Main Street in Templeton at the intersections of the US 101 northbound Full Article

Hunting checkpoint in Carrizo Plains to monitor quail compliance

Wildlife officers will be monitoring the area due to increased quail populations in the Carrizo Plains – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will Full Article