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San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s Office introduces new K9 team
K9 Rik trained in patrol, firearm, and explosive detection – The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office has officially introduced its newest K9 team, consisting Full Article
San Luis Obispo County Airport announces air service changes
Airport adds nonstop flights to Portland, Alaska Airlines to end direct Las Vegas flight in April – San Luis Obispo County Airport will see several Full Article
DUI checkpoint scheduled in San Luis Obispo
Purpose of the checkpoint is to promote public safety – The San Luis Obispo Police Department and the California Highway Patrol will conduct a driving Full Article
District attorney announces stricter St. Patrick’s Day enforcement
City of San Luis Obispo has established a ‘safety enhancement zone,’ during which all laws will be strictly enforced, and fines will be doubled – Full Article
Landslide keeps Highway 1 closed near SLO County line
Northbound travelers can drive as far as 25 miles north of the county line, two miles north of Lucia, before needing to turn around – Full Article
Firefighters rescue two people, dog from high tide in Avila Beach
Firefighters used a simple rope system to bring the individuals and the dog to safety – Firefighters rescued two people and a dog who became Full Article
Truck hits hydrant in suspected DUI incident
Authorities plan to file charges for suspected driving under the influence – The driver of a truck struck a hydrant near the intersection of Santa Full Article
Cuesta secures grant for aviation maintenance facility study
Grant aims to address regional demand for skilled aviation technicians – Cuesta College has received a $250,000 grant from Uplift Central Coast to fund a Full Article
Applications open for Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant
Winners will receive scholarships, with the queen earning $2,500 – The California Mid-State Fair is accepting online applications for the 2025 Miss California Mid-State Fair Full Article
State parks expect limited wildflower bloom this spring
– California State Parks announced that this year’s wildflower bloom in Southern California’s state parks is expected to be limited due to below-average winter rainfall. Full Article