Atascadero News • December 22, 2022

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Appeal for Minor Use Permit on Jack Creek Road Passed

By CHRISTIANNA MARKS christianna@atascaderonews.com

Atascadero Chamber of Commerce Opens

By CHRISTIANNA MARKS christianna@atascaderonews.com

ATASCADERO — On Thursday, Dec. 15, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., commu-

nity members, members of the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce, City Council members, and more gathered for BridgeWorks’ grand opening. The co-working space provides office spaces for rent to the community.

“This is a really proud

moment for myself and for our board of directors. This was a vision years in the making,” said Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Josh Cross.

Originally, the Chamber started a co-working space when they moved from El Camino Real to Colony Square.

However, due to COVID-19 bringing layoffs and permission to work from home, the space went from 100 percent occupancy to 10 percent.

“The space was empty, so we used that time to remodel the first time, and we added five new private offices,” added

Cross. “As soon as we finished that, they filled up instantly. So we knew we were on to something.”

The Chamber received grant funding from both the City of Atascadero and the county. Each entity granted them a

NORTH COUNTY — At the San Luis Obispo County Supervisors meeting held on Tuesday, Dec. 13, the Nov. 8, 2022, election results were declared when Item 13 on the Consent Agenda was pulled.

The results were certified by the election officials and sent to the Secretary of State on Wednesday, Dec. 7.

“The statute then says that the board shall, and it’s a requirement, shall declare the results, and after the results are declared, certificates of election go to each of the winning candidates,” stated County

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@atascaderonews.com

TEMPLETON — Last weekend, veterans in the Templeton Cemetery were honored with live wreaths placed on their graves for National Wreaths Across America Day.

On the foggy and chill morning of Saturday, Dec. 17, the Templeton American Legion Post #220, Templeton 4-H, and the El Paso de Robles Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) placed wreaths on 350 veteran graves in the cemetery.

“We had a wonderful turn-

out this year ... it’s outstanding,” said Legion Post Commander Larry Mora of the volunteer turnout this year at the cemetery.

Wreaths Across America (WAA) coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea, and abroad.

By CAMILLE DEVAUL

(From left) Jacque Fields, City Councilmember Charles Bourbeau, Mayor Pro Tem Susan Funk, Josh Cross, Mike Latner, Mayor Heather Moreno, Sarah Cogan, Angela Cisneros, Rachelle Bowley, and Julie Cross perform a ribbon cutting at BridgeWorks’ grand opening. Photo by Dawn Smith.

The US Army Signal Activity group from Camp Roberts took part in the wreath placement at Templeton Cemetery on Dec. 17, Wreaths Across America Day.

Photo by Camille DeVaul/ATN

The Creston 4-H trailer was lighted up, and so was the Peterbilt truck that pulled it, at the Creston Lighted and Local Christmas Parade on Dec. 17. Photo by Camille DeVaul/ATN

Country Christmas

San Miguel and Creston

Saturday,

Lighted

Allgood Custom Leather to the Longbranch Saloon. Some comments were made that this year saw some of the best floats yet.

LOCAL NEWS

SAT dec 31

NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION

PASO ROBLES CITY PARK 7 - 11 PM

The free event features a bonfire, live music, DJ, fire dancers, food trucks, beverage booths and a 9 p.m. ball drop to coincide with midnight on the east coast.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH

SPRING HILL SUITES MARRIOTT, 900 EL CAMINO REAL 6:30PM-1:30AM

Join the Atascadero Firefighters Association

in ringing in the New Year and celebrating their Centennial Anniversary with dinner, dancing, drinks, a midnight balloon drop, and a champagne toast.

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POLAR BEAR PLUNGE AVILA BEACH PIER 12 PM

The 11th annual Avila Beach Polar Bear Plunge is a celebration of fitness, nature, a New Year, camaraderie, and still having dessert.

POLAR BEAR DIP CAYUCOS PIER 12 PM

Take the plunge at their 43rd Annual Carlin Soule Memorial Polar Bear Dip. Join them late morning for festivities that include music, dancing, prizes, and participant certificates.

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FIRST FRIDAYSDOWNTOWN PUB CRAWL DOWNTOWN ATASCADERO 6PM

All you need to do is pick up your “Pub Crawl” Card at any of the locations and get your card stamped at each of the locations you visit. All you need is a minimum of 3 locations

to qualify for a downtown shopping spree. Once your card is completed, turn it in at the last participating location you visit. Check out the participating locations: Ancient Owl Beer & Bottle Shoppe, Carbon 6 Wine Bar, Central Coast Distillery, Cielo Ristorante, Colony Market & Deli, Grape Encounters Wine Bar, Kula Vineyards & Winery, The Poisoned Apple, Raconteur Room, Street Side Ale House, Tent City Brewing, Wild Fields Brewhouse, and Whiskey & June.

Wednesdays Saturdays Tuesdays Saturdays

Paso Robles

11TH & SPRING PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 9am – 11am

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Atascadero

6505 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 3pm – 6pm

Templeton

CROCKER ST & 6TH ST TEMPLETON, CA 93465 9am – 12:30pm

Paso Robles: County Farm & Craft Market

11TH & SPRING, PASO ROBLES 9am – 1pm

Colony Mortgage Decks Its Business with Holiday Cheer

By CHRISTIANNA MARKS

ATASCADERO — When Cyndi Mims opened her business, Colony Mortgage, on El Camino Real in 2005, she never guessed that her yearly tradition of putting up holiday decorations would make such a lasting impact on the local community.

“I started doing it [decorating] back in 2006 when I first got the place. It’s so cute, and everybody can see it from the freeway. I started simple, just some lights and decorations,” Mims stated. “The community loves it so much — the kids. I started doing more because I enjoy Christmas. I love Christmas lights, and I enjoy it, and then I saw how much joy everybody got from the Christmas lights. The more I did, the more joy.”

Mims added that it isn’t just people in Atascadero who enjoy the Christmas decorations she puts up on Colony Mortgage every year. It’s also the people traveling up and down the 101 for the holidays, which is why she tries to get everything up and plugged in before Thanksgiving— getting the holiday joy started early for everyone.

“It’s not just the young. I have so many elderly people [coming to see the decorations], and everybody loves it. They thank me. I just never knew how much joy it brought,” Mims said.

The community loves her Christmas light display so much that people bring their dogs and take family photos. Multiple doctor’s offices in the area have even used Colony Mortgage as a backdrop for their Christmas cards this year.

Aside from 2017, the Christmas display has been going strong. That year, Mims was out of town for the holidays and decided not to decorate. As a result, the lights and decorations of Colony Mortgage’s holiday splendor were missed so much that people (including non-locals) kept checking in on her to make sure everything was OK.

Since 2006, Mims’ joyous display has grown in size. Last year, her dad gave her all of his Christmas decorations from his mini storage business, and every year, she adds something new, making

sure that it’s never the same.

“I had to have an electrician come and add more plugs and stuff like that for me a couple of years ago because we just kept adding

to it,” laughed Mims.

Mims added that she couldn’t put on such a huge display without the help of her husband, Daniel Hellmann, who is always there to help

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put up and fix anything that goes wrong over the course of the long festive month.

We can’t wait to see what gets added to the Christmas display next year.

Shop Local and Support Small Businesses this Holiday Season

ATASCADERO — Local businesses are asking Atascadero residents to shop locally this holiday season.

“When people shop locally for the holidays, they are actually supporting local families, said Matt Garrett, who owns Irish Oaks Mercantile with his wife, Melissa. “They can feel good knowing they are getting a top-quality product, supporting the employment and education of our local youth, and their money stays right here in our community.”

Matt points out that there is a more direct connection between customer and product when folks shop locally. “We only feature products in our store from local, SLO County farmers and producers. When people shop at our store, they get to speak with the person that makes the products and learn the process.”

Josh Cross, Atascadero Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, observes that when money goes to local businesses, it has a greater impact in the community. “Shopping locally is one of the best gifts you can give to your community. Your purchases at local establishments support local families running the businesses and the employees working at them. Families will use that money

to frequent other Atascadero shops and restaurants that, in turn, support their own families. It creates a beautiful cycle of giving during the holiday season.”

Research by the Business Alliance for Local Living Economies demonstrates the benefit to the local economy that comes from shopping locally: “$68 for every $100 spent at a locally owned business stays in the community. When spending the same at a non-local business like a national chain, only $43 stays in your community.”

Attracting local customers is key for Hope Chest Emporium. November and December are typically the biggest grossing months.

McNamara is celebrating seven years at this location. When customers shop for the holidays, she’s hoping they’ll discover that they can come back for the things they need day-to day. “We have everything you need for home, garden, gifts and life.”

For a full listing of Chamber member businesses, visit atascaderochamber.org.

Owner Karen McNamara shared, “We carry a huge variety of unique gifts from freshly-made to antiques, including toys, tools, dishes, and Waterford goblets. We have 3,000 square feet of cool stuff, plus 500 square feet outside filled with garden accessories, furniture, and practical things for décor.”

Business owners share why it is important to shop local

The lights and decorations have gone up for the last 16 years

The festive holiday lights and decorations in front of Colony Mortgage can be seen by motorists on Highway 101. Photo by Christianna Marks

Hanukkah Traditions: The Great Latke Topping Debate

candles on the Menorah that commemorates one night’s worth of untainted oil, miraculously lasting eight nights, while new oil was prepared for the candelabrum in the reclaimed temple. At least, that’s the simple version of the tale.

By CHRISTIANNA MARKS

NORTH COUNTY — It’s a truth universally known that in Jewish households all over the world, during the Festival of Lights, one of the things most debated at the table is what you are going to put on top of your latkes. Applesauce or sour cream?

For clarification, latkes are shredded potato pancakes fried in oil. They’re a reminder, like lighting the Menorah, of the miracle of Hanukkah, when the Maccabean Jews reclaimed Jerusalem from the hands of the Seleucid Empire [Syrian-Greeks] and rededicated the Holy Temple to God in 164 BCE.

Basically, for eight nights, we eat a lot of food fried in oil while we light the eight

Paramedic

But, back to latkes, which are one of the best foods on the planet and something that makes Hanukkah one of my personal favorite holidays of the year. Traditionally, there are two toppings, applesauce or sour cream, to put on top of these deliciously delectable potato pancakes (unless you eat them plain, or go completely non-traditional, which is an option too).

The sweet tang of applesauce adds a contrasty punch to the potatoes and green onions, which make up latkes, while also cutting the grease from frying them.

On the other hand, sour cream, while also adding its own version of tartness, can weigh the fried potato cakes down with dairy.

So, the debate of which topping goes

better is a thing that already has and will, once again, be discussed as families and friends sit around the table on Hanukkah, dolloping their favorite topping onto their latkes. That is if both options are even available.

While there is no true answer as to which topping is the proper one, and we may never have an official answer, at least we have options. Even if we all know the only correct latke topper is applesauce.

This year, the eight crazy, fun and festive nights of Hanukkah started the night of Sunday, Dec. 18, and will continue until Monday, December 26. That’s right, this year, Hanukkah overlaps with Christmas. But don’t get confused; Hanukkah is not Jewish Christmas. The food itself makes that obvious. There are also jelly doughnuts involved.

So whether you’re schmearing applesauce or sour cream on your latkes, just remember the fact that you’re eating them in the first place is a miracle in and of itself.

Students

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Eleven new scholarships were awarded this past week by the Christopher Meadows Memorial EMS Education Fund. The fund honors the memory of a local EMT who was killed in the line of duty at Oceano Dunes in May of 2009. This year’s $3,000 paramedic scholarship awardees are Matthew Hallmark from Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, Hailey Jameson and Sean Mackle from Sacramento State University, Felicia Pelaez from American River College in Sacramento, and Carlos Rodriguez and Isaiah Woods from Foothill College in Sunnyvale. Hallmark’s scholarship comes with the special designation “In honor of Betsey Kelton” as a tribute to the former president of San Luis Ambulance and tireless community volunteer who passed away in October, 2021. San Luis Ambulance and the Kelton family have been staunch supporters of the fund since its inception.

The latest recipients of the EMT scholarship are Wyatt Marshall (Cuesta), Damien Torres (Cuesta), Clara Vargas (Cuesta), Daniel Samie (SoCalTraining), and Fils Paul (Santa Rosa).

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fornia applied for these memorial scholarships, which are awarded annually to EMS workers pursuing paramedic, EMT and related careers. “We had a very deserving group of both paramedic and EMT students this year,” said Tim Meadows, Christopher’s father and interview committee chair. “The selected recipients all exude an exceptional level of both passion and compassion, and they impressed us with their selfless desire to help others in their darkest hour,” added Meadows.

About the Paramedic Scholarship Recipients Matthew Hallmark — Matthew will attend Cuesta College Paramedic Program, which commences in January. He currently works as an EMT in Cambria and is a teaching assistant in the Cuesta College EMT course. His parents are both career EMS workers in San Luis Obispo County, so he comes by this calling naturally.

Hailey Jameson — Hailey’s life and purpose was changed for the good by a horrific traffic accident that she witnessed and provided aid for at the scene. Since that experience, she has found her true calling in EMS. She currently works as an EMT skills instructor at CalRegional and attends the paramedic program at Sacramento State.

Sean Mackle — After graduating from Azusa Pacific University, Sean decided to rededicate his career to EMS. Sean has traveled with Compassion International providing medical aid to disadvantaged youth.

His passion is problem-solving and finding ways to leave things better than he found them. Sean is also attending the paramedic program at Sacramento State.

Felicia Pelaez — Felicia saw becoming an EMT as a way to change the trajectory of her life and fell in love with the field of EMS in the process. She is the proud mom of two and juggles works as an EMT for AlphaOne Ambulance while attending the paramedic program at American River College.

Carlos Rodriguez — Carlos is attracted to EMS to be a patient advocate and bridge the gap to the underserved. He sees paramedic as just one step in a career in EMS. Carlos received an AA degree in Psychology from College of Alameda and currently works as an EMT for Falck in Hayward while

he attends Foothill College paramedic program.

Isaiah Woods — From teaching Sunday School to working as an EMT for AMR in San Jose, Isaiah has always wanted to help the greater good of his community. Isaiah started college with an AA in Kinesiology, but quickly developed a passion for EMS, and is also attending the Foothill paramedic program.

About the Fund

The Christopher Meadows Memorial EMS Education Fund was established by Taylor Tucker and Heather Tucker, co-workers of Christopher’s at San Luis Ambulance immediately after Christopher’s tragic death on May 24, 2009. He was killed while on duty volunteering at Oceano Dunes for the SLO Sheriffs Department’s Search and Rescue Unit. Christopher had planned to attend paramedic

school in the fall of 2009, but never got that opportunity. The fund awards paramedic, EMT, and Advanced EMS scholarships to EMS students. In total, 97 scholarships, amounting to over $230,000 in grants, have been awarded by the fund in its thirteen-year existence.

The fund is supported by numerous individual contributors as well as through donations and sponsorships from the following organizations: San Luis Ambulance, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, Dignity Health, Central Coast Emergency Physicians, Vituity (CEP America), Cottage Health, Delta Sigma Pi, SLO County Sworn Deputy Sheriffs, and Sun Buggie Fun Rentals.

ATASCADERO — On Sunday, Dec. 4, the Atascadero Elks Lodge #2733 performed their annual Memorial Service for the 50 members of the Lodge who have passed away. The officers who participated, led by Exalted Ruler Susan Marple, were Ronnie Maxwell, Brandi Javine, Michelle Gardner, Jerrie Dahlen-PER, Nick Miller and Judi Harris. All 50 candles were lit for each departed member and the names of each were called out in recognition of their membership in the Lodge. The Past Exalted Rulers were also recognized. Once their names were read, each candle was extinguished in their memory. All Elk Lodges participate in this Memorial the first Sunday of December. Living or dead, an Elk is never forgotten, never forsaken.

CARLOS RODRIGUEZ

ISAIAH WOODS

FELICIA PELAEZ

MATTHEW HALLMARK

HAILEY JAMESON

SEAN MACKLE

News Briefs: North San Luis Obispo County

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Court Orders TJX Companies, Inc. to Pay $2.05 Million

San Luis Obispo County DA and numerous other California DAs jointly settled a civil lawsuit against TJX Companies, Inc. for their improper disposing of hazardous waste into its regular trash bins destined for municipal landfills.

District Attorney Dan Dow announced that on December 9, 2022, a $2.05 million stipulated judgment against The TJX Companies, Inc. (“TJX”) was entered by the Monterey County Superior Court in case no. 22CV003142. This resolves allegations that TJX, which owns approximately 340 T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods stores in California, unlawfully disposed of hazardous waste. TJX has four facilities in San Luis Obispo County.

The multi-county lawsuit alleges that TJX improperly disposed of hazardous waste into its regular trash bins destined for municipal landfills, which are not authorized to accept hazardous waste. The hazardous waste included items such as aerosol cans, batteries, electronic devices, and cleaning agents, as well as other hazardous waste items generated through the company’s regular business activities.

This is the second settlement resolving allegations that TJX mismanaged hazardous waste at its California retail stores. In September of 2014, California prosecutors resolved similar violations by entering into a stipulated judgment for which TJX paid $2,777,500 in civil penalties, costs, and funding for supplemental environmental projects.

The current stipulated judgment requires TJX to pay an additional $2,050,000, which consists of $1,800,000 in civil penalties, $300,000 in supplemental environmental projects, and $250,000 in reimbursement

of investigative and enforcement costs. In addition, the settlement includes provisions requiring TJX to continue to employ at least one California compliance employee to oversee its hazardous waste compliance program and to undergo waste audits in a portion of its California facilities to ensure hazardous wastes are properly disposed of at all stores. The company must also comply with injunctive requirements regarding hazardous waste management.

TJX worked cooperatively with prosecutors during the investigation. TJX, like all retail stores, is required to properly dispose of hazardous waste that is generated in the normal course of its retail business and to segregate it into separate containers to ensure that incompatible wastes do not mix and cause dangerous chemical reactions.

The San Luis Obispo County Environmental Enforcement unit is assigned to the District Attorney’s Special Prosecutions Division. This unit is committed to protecting public health and safety, including oversight to ensure the safe and lawful transportation and disposal of regulated waste. Environmental enforcement cases can be pursued in either criminal or civil court. Examples of such cases include illegal transportation or disposal of hazardous waste, illegal streambed dumping or alteration, and cases involving worker death or serious injury. The unit also aims to increase public awareness of environmental issues through presentations to local groups when called upon.

To report suspected violations of our environmental laws, call your local police department or, if within the unincorporated areas of the county, the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office at (805) 781-4550. You may also find assistance at San Luis Obispo County Environmental Health Services.

PASO ROBLES

Cyberbullying Incident Investigated at

Paso Robles School

School Resource Officers (SROs) at Paso Robles Joint Unified School District investigated a cyberbullying incident that occurred last week at Winifred Pifer Elementary School. School administrators were notified of a Snapchat bullying situation which included a photo of a possible weapon. According to SROs, they immediately followed up on the matter and found the weapon pictured was a BB gun and declared there was no threat made to any school or person.

Winifred Pifer Elementary School was notified of a Snapchat cyberbullying issue. Additionally, a picture was sent of a possible weapon. PRJUSD and the SROs collaborated on an effort to educate students and parents about the dangers of social media use and cyberbullying.

Mountain Lion Sighting in Paso Robles

The Paso Robles Police Department received a report from a resident of a mountain lion sighting at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the area of Vista Cerro Drive off Golden Hill Road on Thursday, Dec. 15. Residents and those walking in the area should be aware.

Per the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s website: Mountain lions live across much of California, including along urban-wildland interfaces where they hunt for deer and other animals. However, it’s rare to see a mountain lion because they are elusive creatures. If you do see a mountain lion or mountain lion cub, do not approach it or intervene. Sightings can be reported to the Paso Robles Police Department at (805) 237-6464 or online at wildlife. ca.gov/wir/incident/create

Paso Robles Housing Authority Board Of Commissioners Volunteers Wanted

The City of Paso Robles is now accepting applications for appointment to fill one vacancy on the Paso Robles Housing Authority

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Board of Commissioners.

The Paso Robles Housing Authority Board of Commissioners consists of seven members appointed by the Paso Robles City Council. Commissioner applicants must be residents of either City of Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County and must be a tenant over 62 years of age owned or managed by the Housing Authority.

The Housing Authority is a separate agency from the City of Paso Robles, and advises Public Housing Management and determines policy, procedures and direction of the Housing Authority. The Board of Commissioners meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. at 901 30th Street, Paso Robles, CA.

Applications may be obtained at City Hall (1000 Spring Street) or at the Housing Authority (901 30th Street). Applications may also be downloaded from the City’s web site at prcity.com/ DocumentCenter/View/15289/Advisory-Body-Application-PDF or type “advisory application” in the site search box on the City website.

Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Paso Robles City Hall, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles.

Applications may be brought to the Paso Robles City Clerk’s Office or mailed, but they must be received by the deadline.

For additional information, please call City Clerk at (805) 237-3960 or the Planning Department at (805) 237-3970 planning@prcity.com, or David Cooke, Executive Director of the Housing Authority, at (805) 238-4015 or dcooke@pasoroblesha. org.

ATASCADERO

Man Found Deceased from Overdose in

Atascadero

Atascadero Police Department and Atascadero Emergency Services responded to reports of an unrespon-

sive male near the 6300 Block of Morro Road on Wednesday, Dec. 14.

Emergency services responded at approximately 4:52 a.m. after the reporting party stated a male subject was unresponsive. Officers and medical personnel arrived on scene and located an adult male deceased.

According to authorities, the investigation revealed the subject appeared to have died of an overdose. No foul play or suspicious circumstances appear to be involved.

Atascadero Man Arrested for Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Atascadero Police Department responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon on the 6500 block of Morro Road just after 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14.

When officers arrived on scene they were informed that a male suspect that was involved in the assault had picked up a wooden 2X4 and unlawfully entered an abandoned building.

Officers with the Atascadero Police Department and deputies with the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office surrounded the building and attempted to communicate with the suspect.

According to officers, the suspect refused to communicate with officers. After numerous attempts to communicate unsuccessfully with the suspect, officers and deputies entered the building and attempted to arrest the suspect who had armed himself with a 5-foot stick. Due to the suspects violent behavior the use of a Sheriff’s K-9 and a Taser were used to apprehend the suspect.

The suspect was identified as Gary Staub (59), a male of Atascadero. Due to injuries sustained during the arrest, Staub was transported by ambulance to Twin Cities Community Hospital. Once treated for his injuries, Staub will be transported and booked at San Luis Obispo County Jail on charges of Terrorist Threats, Burglary Assault, and Resisting Arrest.

Atascadero Man Convicted of Unlawfully Possessing a Firearm

Firearm located in convicted man’s vehicle by Pismo police while he was on probation

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San Luis Obispo County Jury found 50-year-old Jason V. Fisser, Sr., guilty of the crime of possession of a

firearm while he was prohibited from doing so because he was previously convicted of a felony crime.

District Attorney Dan Dow announced that a San Luis Obispo County jury had convicted the Atascadero man of the crime of possessing a .38 revolver firearm when he was prohibited from possessing firearms due to a prior felony conviction. Under federal and state law, it is

a crime for a person with a felony conviction to possess a firearm for the remainder of their lifetime.

On February 18, 2022, Officer Kyle Goodrich of the Pismo Beach Police Department observed a vehicle with an obstructed license plate. He pulled the vehicle over, making contact with the Defendant, Jason V. Fisser, Sr. He noticed what seemed to be a handgun, and safely

removed it, and asked if there were other weapons in the car. The defendant, who was on probation, told him there was a .38 revolver in the trunk. Using the keys that Mr. Fisser had, Officer Goodrich searched the car and found an unloaded .38 revolver in a pizza box in the trunk.

The jury trial was brief and only required the testimony of one witness by the prosecution. After one day of

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evidence, the trial concluded on day two with closing arguments. The jury deliberated for approximately thirty minutes and returned a verdict of guilty.

The defendant is scheduled for sentencing on January 17, 2023, in Department 10 of the Superior Court, with Judge Jesse J. Marino presiding. The maximum possible sentence is three years in county jail.

San Luis Obispo Man Convicted of Financial Fraud

The jury found true an additional allegation that his theft crimes totaled more than $500,000

Attorney Dan Dow announced that a jury unanimously found Jeremy Walter

Pemberton (38) guilty of two felony counts of securities fraud, one felony count of financial elder abuse, and two counts of felony grand theft by false pretenses. The jury found true an additional allegation that his theft crimes totaled more than $500,000.

It was alleged that Pemberton misrepresented the amount of financing he had received from other inves-

tors and failed to disclose a default on the lease for 1144 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo. This address — the location of the former Sports Authority in downtown San Luis Obispo — was to be developed by Pemberton’s company, Discovery San Luis Obispo, into a three-story multi-use facility that included a bar, concert venue, restaurant, and six bowling alleys. The proj-

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ect was promoted by Pemberton but was never completed. The charges against Pemberton centered around misrepresentations and omissions by him during the course of fundraising efforts in 2017.

Pemberton is set to be sentenced on February 7, 2023, by Superior Court Judge Timothy Covello, who presided over the trial.

San Luis Obispo Woman Sentenced to Prison for Child Endangerment Resulting in Death

She is sentenced 4 years in state prison for the death of her 3-year-old son from ingestion of fentanyl

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— Jennifer Mae Niemann (30) has been sentenced to four years in state prison for child endangerment resulting in the death of her 3-year-old son from ingestion of fentanyl.

The conviction came after Neimann entered a plea of guilty to the sole count. The District Attorney recommended the maximum sentence of six years based on the severity of the crime and the conduct of Niemann after the crime.

The death occurred in San Luis Obispo on May 4, 2022. Niemann made a 911 call reporting her young child was unresponsive. First responders arrived and found the child unconscious. Life-sav-

ing efforts failed and the child was pronounced dead. Forensic testing revealed the child died of acute fentanyl intoxication. The child had been in the sole custody and control of Niemann for many days before his death.

“Drug use is not a victimless crime. The life of this precious three-year-old child was tragically taken away as a result of his mother’s use of illicit drugs and recklessly exposing her child to them,” said District Attorney Dan Dow.

At the sentencing hearing, Deputy District Attorney Danielle Baker read to the court a 3-page written statement prepared by the father of the young child, which described his son as

“very happy, energetic, and healthy” and the “confusion and betrayal” he felt when he learned that his “three-yearold son had overdosed on a pharmaceutical grade narcotic that is 50 times stronger than heroin.”

The sentencing court was provided with three videos showing the child in life as healthy, active, and charismatic. The final video depicted the child singing happy birthday to his father the day before his death.

“Our office stands ready to aggressively prosecute anyone who abuses drugs and harms others in our community. To anyone selling illicit drugs in our community, know this: we are looking for you, we will find you, and you will be held accountable.”

SAN LUIS OBISPO — District

JASON V. FISSER, SR.

JEREMY W. PEMBERTON JENNIFER M. NIEMANN

Paso Robles Youth Arts Center Opens Session 1 Enrollment

A 9-Week exploration into quality arts education

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Youth Arts Center announced Session 1 of its free after-school classes, which begin on Jan. 17 and run through Mar. 17. Open enrollment will begin on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. and remain open through Jan. 15.

Youth ages 5-18 are encouraged to sign up for up to three arts enrichment opportunities.

Families can enroll online through the Enrollment Portal. Office help is available from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Jan. 7 for assistance by call, text, email, or in person. New and exciting enrollment software will be launched on Dec. 23.

The Youth Arts highly recommends creating an online account early for quick and easy enrollment as classes fill up fast. The new class schedule and Enrollment Portal can be found on their website at pryoutharts.org/enrollment.

Contact the main office at hello@pryoutharts.org or give them a call or text at (805) 238-5825.

“We absolutely loved our fall session, but we’re truly pleased to announce that Session 1 will feature the highest number of classes and student seats in nearly 3 years. With over 40 weekly classes to choose from, there’s sure to be the perfect class for any student looking to add creativity into their life. Theatre, guitar, and technical

theatre classes are all making an exciting comeback in the new year. I invite our community to experience the magic of the Youth Arts.” says Operations & Programs Director Ryan Flores.

About the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center

The Paso Robles Youth Arts Center (Youth Arts) is a non-profit organization founded in 1998 by artist and philanthropist, Donna Berg. Her vision was to provide all children in Paso Robles and surrounding areas a safe place to learn about and participate in the arts, regardless of their socio-economic status.

By encouraging the arts and creativity, the Youth Arts is a venue where children can remain children. The arts provide a creative outlet and a positive way to deal with the pressures of the world. In this way, it has helped over 15,000 students find their voices, strive for higher education, and avoid gangs and trouble.

Programs are open to all students who wish to enroll. Our classes encompass offerings such as art, dance, music, theatre, and creative enrichment which includes unique opportunities like video production, digital music creation, and culinary arts.

The Youth Arts has provided children ages 5 to 18 with free classes in the visual and performing arts for 23 years. In full operation, the Youth Arts offers 50+ classes per week, fills approximately 3,000 student seats, and serves 700 individual students per year. They rely entirely on donations, private and public funding, grants, and scholarships.

The NONPROFIT

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P.O. Box 3120, Atascadero, CA 93423 (805)712-6356 atascaderogreyhound foundation.org

About: The Atascadero Greyhound Foundation has been serving the Atascadero community for more than 20 years, gradually adding more events that serve its mission. We have grown, and continue to give because of the generous donors, sponsors and participants of our events. Our events are a benefit to the community in healthy activity — either athletically, musically, educationally, or in the fight against addiction.

Donations: Our support comes from generous donors and sponsors. To make a difference, visit: atascaderogreyhoundfoundation.org/donate.html

Friends of the Paso Robles Library

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Support the Library through a Friends of the Library membership, starting as low as $10/year. The Friends of the Library appreciates donations, which are either added to the Library’s collection or used to generate considerable funds toward the purchase of new books, library materials, programs, services, etc. upport the Library in a 100% volunteer-run retail environment. We are seeking volunteers to assist with Gift Shop sales, book donation sorting, and to provide book sale support.

Due to limited storage space and staff, we are only able to accept two boxes or two bags of materials per household per day.

CONTACT INFO

1000 Spring Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3870 prcity.com

Cash donations always welcome!

BOARD MEETINGS: Call 805-237-3870 for info

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All of our direct services are provided free of charge. Your donations make this possible. You can trust that you are making a difference for local families. We know you have many options when it comes to putting your charitable gifts to work! Our funds go towards the invaluable programs and services that help so many in our community facing cancer. Our online donations are processed securely through authorize.net. Your donations are 100% tax-deductible.

For more information or to discover how you can help, visit cscslo.org/DonationOptions

CONTACT INFO 6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3751 redwingshorse sanctuary.org

Redwings Horse Sanctuary

For information about making donations, adoptions, etc, visit redwingshorsesanctuary.com. For upcoming events, visit facebook.com/pg/redwingshorses/events

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Redwings is always looking for volunteers to help us provide the highest standard of care for our horses and burros. You do not need to have any prior horse experience to volunteer at Redwings. If you would like to work with our horses, the first step is to take a Volunteer Training Class. This class covers sanctuary rules, basic safe horsemanship skills, and an introduction to some of the horses that you will be working with. After completion of the class you are welcome to come volunteer and help with the horses any time during our volunteer hours. Volunteer hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 3:30pm, and we are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Note: We do not allow volunteers to ride the horses at Redwings. There are other ways to get involved and volunteer at Redwings too. We have opportunities to help in our rose and memorial garden, volunteering in the office, helping with events and fundraising, and more. Please submit the form below to schedule a volunteer training or contact our office: info@redwingshorsesanctuary.org or (805) 237-3751.

STAFF REPORT

Students performing at the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center in one of their after-school classes.

Jack was born to Robert Doolittle and Margaret Davis Doolittle on May 7, 1944, in Ajo, Arizona. The family later moved to Chula Vista, CA. Jack graduated high school there and married his first wife, Susan Byer. They were blessed with two sons,

Southland Corporation for 26 years-first in the grocery division and then in the gasoline division. While working in the gas division, he opened and supervised many Super 7 gas stations throughout the western states, including Hawaii.

It was during this time that Jack met his soon-to-be wife, Mona Mickle St John. They were married in 1988 and bought a 3-acre parcel in Atascadero, where they had a new home built. Jack spent many hours fencing and landscaping the property. During this time, they traveled extensively across the US and Canada in their motor home. He was also employed for over ten years at Atascadero State Hospital and retired from there in 2005 as a Utility Shops Supervisor. Jack suffered

irginia “Ginny” Cheda Lowe was born 99 years ago, grew up, and lived in SLO County all of her life. Her parents were Maurice and Elsie Cheda, who lived on a dairy farm (now Cal Poly’s old sheep unit). She attended local SLO city schools and graduated in 1941 from Senior -

phone Company during the

for many years with severe COPD, and when it became impossible for him to care for the acreage, they moved to a smaller place in Paso Robles.

Jack’s pride and joy was his two boys, his three step-children, their spouses, children, and grandchildren. When the grandchildren were growing up, he and Mona went to every sporting event and extracurricular activity they were involved in, whether it be in the freezing cold mornings or the hot, hot afternoons. One of his favorite things was to take all the local grandchildren to the beach house in Cayucos. Papa was truly loved and will be greatly missed by his children, 15 grandchildren, 5 (soon-to-be 6) great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

war until 1945. She met Harold Lowe in 1940. He went off to serve in the Army in New Guinea and Australia in 1941.

They married in July 1944, when he was reassigned medically stateside.

She was a mother to James and Patricia in 1946 and 1947. She was a homemaker all of her life. Her hobbies were gardening, traveling, sewing, and Model “A” tours

Jack will be remembered as a loving, soft-hearted guy who would do anything for his family and friends. He was a hard worker, very talented with his tools, and could make anything out of practically nothing. Jack was an avid reader and particularly enjoyed books by James Patterson. He also loved desserts, and once during a large family gathering, when he couldn’t choose between seven desserts, his mother-in-law gave him a platter with all seven on it, which, of course, he ate.

Jack was preceded in death by his father, Bob; his mother, Margaret; stepmother, Bonnie; brother Donald Doolittle; and step-brother, Donald Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Mona; son, Scott (Debby) Doolittle; son, Matt Doolit-

with Harold. She loved cats and making house plans for the three houses that Harold built (he was a carpenter) for the family. For the last 45 years, The Lowes have lived in Santa Margarita.

She leaves behind two children, seven grandchildren, 14 great-grands, and ten greatgreat-grands. She was preceded in passing by her husband, Harold, in January after 77

tle; step-son, Mike (Sandy) St John; step-daughter, Joelle (Mike) Brown; step-daughter, Marnie (Eric) Johnson; sister, Lisa England; sister, Maggie Doolittle; step-brother, Dick (Caren) Johnson; sister-inlaw, Arlene Riddle; brotherin-law, Brian (Robin) Mickle; brother-in-law, Gary (Lani) Mickle; favorite aunt Jean Brown; his grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.

Jack’s memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Chapel of the Roses in Atascadero. A celebration of life and luncheon will be held immediately after at Springhill Suites, also in Atascadero. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Lung Association.

years of marriage; her parents, Maurice and Elsie Cheda; brother, Louis Cheda; granddaughter, Jennifer Silveira Evans; and son-in-law Melvyn Silveira.

As per Ginny’s wishes, A private family memorial service will be held in the spring when all of her family can be together. Memorial contributions may be made to Woods Animal Shelter or Central Coast Hospice.

DEATHS

WALTER V. “HAP” LORD. 93, of Paso Robles, Passed 12/08/2022. In the care of Chapel of the Roses Funeral Home.

BRIGITTE VEDDER, 93, Arroyo Grande, passed away Dec. 13, 2022.

Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach.

JUDY MCLEAN, 78, of Nipomo, passed away Dec. 11, 2022.

Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach.

ELINOR MURRAY, 89, of Arroyo Grande, passed away Dec. 10, 2022.

Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach.

VIOLA K. RITTER, 73, of Arroyo Grande, passed away Dec. 14, 2022.

Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach.

DECEMBER 12, 2022

11:10— Kerry Lynn Allison, 58, of Morro Bay was arrested on Coromar Ave. and cited for DRIV:SUSP/ETC LIC:DUI:VIO [14601.2(A)]; Case no. 223107 18:21— Carlos Arteaga, 27, of Atascadero was arrested in Paso Robles and booked for ASSAULT W/DEADLY WEAPON:NOT F/ARM [245(A)(1)]; Case no. 223111

22:15— Ira Dasan Brown, 47, of Oxnard, CA, was arrested on the 6100 block of El Camino Real and cited for OBSTRUCT/RESIST/ ETC PUBLIC/PEACE OFFICER/ EMERGENCY MED TECH [148(A) (1)], JAYWALKING [21955]; Case no. 223113

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16:42— Leslie Servinromero, 27, transient, was arrested on the 6900 block of El Camino Real and booked for PROBATION

VIOLATION:REARREST/REVOKE [1203.2(A)], OBSTRUCT/RESIST/ ETC PUBLIC/PEACE OFFICER/ EMERGENCY MED TECH [148(A) (1)], PETTY THEFT [484(A)]; Case no. 223118

19:49— Leon Curtis Roberts, 35, transient, was arrested on the 7100 block of El Camino Real and cited for SHOPLIFTING 459.5(A)]; Case no. 223121

DECEMBER 14, 2022

01:44— Alimamy Kanu, 43, of Atascadero was booked for DUI ALCOHOL [23152(A), DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)]; Case no. 223124

15:50— Gary Harold Staub, 59, transient, was arrested on the 6500 block of Morro Rd. and booked for OBSTRUCT/RESIST/ ETC PUBLIC/PEACE OFFICER/ EMERGENCY MED TECH [148(A) (1)], BATTERY ON PERSON [242], THREATEN CRIME WITH INTENT TO TERRORIZE [422(A)], BURGLARY:SECOND DEGREE [459]; Case no. 223131

19:11— Adam Joseph Leptich, 36, of Pismo Beach was cited for FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER PTA AND NOT POSTING BAIL [853.8]; Case no. 223136

DECEMBER 16, 2022

02:00— Jennifer Ashley Delucas, 33, of Atascadero was arrested on the 9900 block of El Camino Real and booked for BATTERY:SPOUSE/EX SPOUSE/ DATE/ETC [243(E)(1)]; Case no. 223137

DECEMBER 17, 2022

01:03— Rodney Joseph Timmerman, 38, of Atascadero was arrested on the 9200 block of El Camino Real and booked for BATTERY W/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY[243(D); Case no. 223144

07:17— Raymond George Bullus, 34, of Atascadero was cited for FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER PTA AND NOT POSTING BAIL [853.8]; Case no. 223146

07:17— Raymond George Bullus, 34, of Atascadero was cited for FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER PTA AND NOT POSTING BAIL [853.8]; Case no. 223146

07:17— Raymond George Bullus, 34, of Atascadero was cited for FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER PTA AND NOT POSTING BAIL [853.8]; Case no. 223146

DECEMBER 18, 2022

13:31— Veronica Rene Lopez, 33, transient, was arrested on the 7400 block of El Camino Real and booked for CAUSE INJ ELDER/DEP ADULT [368(B)(1)], BENCH WARRANT/FAILURE TO APPEAR ON MISDEMEANOR CHARGE [978.5]; Case no. 223152

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DECEMBER 12, 2022

08:51— Ernesto Cerbantes Flores, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the 2700 block of Black Oak Dr. for FALSE IDENTIFICATION TO POLICE [148.9(A)PC]; Case no. 223869 20:01— Brian Vargas, of Paso

Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Spring St. and 28th St. for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A) H&S]; Case no. 223874

DECEMBER 13, 2022

11:40— Benjamin Mike Knudson Himle, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 2700 block of Black Oak Dr. for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223880 12:10— Steven James Missamore, of Atascadero was on-view arrested on the 900 block of Torrey Pines for POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223879

14:55— Adrian David Rubalcava, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 1000 block of Spring St. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC], WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223881

21:02— Krystal Rose Hernandez, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Hwy 46 and Union Rd. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC]; Case no. 223886

DECEMBER 14, 2022

08:20— Christopher Meloon, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 2300 block of Theatre Dr. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC]; Case no. 223889 11:06— Michel Edward Contreras, of Watsonville, CA, was on-view arrested on the 180 block of Niblick Rd. for CARRYING A CONCEALED DIRK OR DAGGER [21310 PC], SHOPLIFTING UNDER $950 [459.5(A)PC], RECEIVING/ CONCEALING STOLEN PROPERTY,ETC [496(A)PC]; Case no. 223892

DECEMBER 15, 2022 02:45— Jonathan Michael Imig,

of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the 180 block of Niblick Rd. for POSSESS NARCOTIC CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S]; Case no. 223895 09:59— Jesse Wayne Wall, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the 1000 block of Sylvia Cir. for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223897

10:13— Andre Devon Ratcliff, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the Riverbed 46E Overpass for PROBATION VIOLATION:REARREST/REVOKE [1203.2(A)]; Case no. 223899

10:11— Christopher Michael Heinlein, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Creston Rd. and Melody Dr. for POSSESSION FOR SALES OF METHAMPHETAMINE [11378 HS], OUTSIDE WARRANT- MISDEMEANOR [O/W-M]; Case no. 223898 16:34— Kymberly Ruth Hoke, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of 16th St. and Spring St. for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223906

20:50— Rigoberto Gonzalezlopez, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Spring St. and 32nd St. for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS [23152(F)VC]; Case no. 223907

23:43— Ashley Ragain, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the corner of 46E and 101 for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC]; Case no. 223909

DECEMBER 16, 2022

12:58— Amber Marie Portney, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested in the Salinas Riverbed for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223914

13:20— Mark Paxton Dino Furtado, of Paso Robles was

on-view arrested on the 180 block of Niblick Rd. for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S]; Case no. 223915

15:15— Guillermo Antonio Hernandez, of Port Hueneme, CA, was taken into custody on the corner of 21st St. and Spring St. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC]; Case no. 223916

15:57— Dane Roberts, of Atascadero was arrested for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S]; Case no. 223917

16:44— Samantha Renee Campbelldaugherty, of Atascadero was arrested for OUTSIDE WARRANTMISDEMEANOR [O/W-M]; Case no. 223917 20:18— Thomas William Warden Jones, of Atascadero was on-view arrested on the corner of 9th St. and Vine St. for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC]; Case no. 223919 20:42— Noe Sanchez Mendoza, of Paso Robles was arrested for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC]; Case no. 223920

21:34— Ashkaun Nader Rafigh, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Pine St. and 4th St. for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/ COHABITANT [273.5(A)PC]; Case no. 223922

DECEMBER 17, 2022

08:08— Brian Nathaneal Farris, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 3000 block of Spring St. for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/ COHABITANT [273.5(A)PC]; Case no. 223923

20:32— Luis Alberto Ventura, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Creston Rd. and Cedarwood Dr. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC]; Case no. 223931

21:52— Kimberly Dawn Spencer, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 1000 block of Pine St. for being UNDER INFLUENCE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11550(A)H&S], DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC]; Case no. 223932

22:53— Dennis Anthony Kimpton, of Los Osos was on-view arrested on the corner of 46E and Paso Robles Blvd. for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC]; Case no. 223933

DECEMBER 18, 2022

03:10— Shannon Christiane Sandra, of Paso Robles was on-view arrested on the corner of Creston Rd. and Golden Hill Rd. for Bench Warrant [978.5PC]; Case no. 223934 02:45— Steven James Missamore, of Atascadero was on-view arrested on the corner of Creston Rd. and Golden Hill Rd. for POSSESS NARCOTIC CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S]; Case no. 223934 03:19— David Arthur Olstad, of Davenport, CA, was taken into custody on the 1100 block of 24th St. for Vandalism [594(A)(1) PC], WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC]; Case no. 223935

11:25— Ronald Joseph Silva, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 900 block of Austin Ct. for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/COHABITANT [273.5(A) PC], ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON [245(A)(1)PC], POST RELEASE COMMUNITY SUPERVISION [3455(A)PC]; Case no. 223938

22:30— Joshua Corey King, of Paso Robles was summoned/ cited on the 40 block of Nacimiento Lake Dr. for FALSE VEHICLE REGISTRATION [4462.5 VC]; Case no. 223941

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THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: BRAVO PIZZA PLUS, 3971 S. HIGUERA ST #120, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

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Cali (Cal-SCAN)

PERSPECTIVE

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

ATASCADERO GOSPEL CHAPEL

8205 Curbaril Ave. (corner of Curbaril & Atascadero Ave.): Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. Ted Mort, Pastor. (805) 466-0175. atascaderogospelchapel.org

AWAKENING WAYS SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY A New Thought Spiritual Community. Living the Consciously Awakened Life. Rev. Elizabeth Rowley Hogue Sunday 10:00am at the Pavilion 9315 Pismo Way, Atascadero (805) 460-0762. awakeningways.org

GRACE CENTRAL COAST NORTH COUNTY CAMPUS 9325 El Bordo Avenue, Atascadero; Sunday Services at 9:30 and 11 a.m.; (805) 543-2358; gracecentralcoast.org; Helping people find and follow Jesus.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH 238 17th St. Paso Robles; Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Our Wednesday Testimony; Meeting is the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.; Reading room-same location after services & by apportionment.

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 9925 Morro Road, Atascadero; "The Church on the Hill"; An independent church committed to the teaching of God's Word.; Praise and Prayer - 10 a.m.; Morning Worship - 11 a.m.; Evening Worship - 6 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m.; Nursery care and children's classes provided.; Pastor Jorge Guerrero; (805) 461-9197.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH 535 Creston Road., Paso Robles ; (805) 238-3549 ; Dr. Gary M. Barker, Pastor; Goal of church: To teach Believers to love God and people.; Sundays: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Service; 6 p.m. Eve Service; Wednesdays: 7 p.m. prayer meeting.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA A place of hope! Join us for in-person worship on Sundays at 9 A.M. Services are also streamed on our YouTube channel, Hope Lutheran Church Atascadero. We offer Sunday School for all ages after worship. Learn more at ourhopelutheran.net. 8005 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero. 805.461.0430. office@ourhopelutheran.org.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER-LCMS 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 466-9350; Morning Bible class at 9 a.m. Sunday; Coffee and Sunday Worship with Holy Communion at 10 a.m. Sunday; Thursday morning Bible class 10 a.m. followed by refreshments and fellowship; Developmentally disabled Bible class 1st and 3rd Saturday mornings; redeemeratascadero.org; redeemeratascadero@gmail.com; Pastor Wayne Riddering.

PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC We honor ancient scriptures, responding to God’s contemporary call to be just and kind.; Join us for Worship Sunday, 10 a.m.; Church School Sunday, 10:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship 11 a.m.; Men’s Bible Study, Wednesday, 8 a.m.; Women’s Bible Study, Friday, 10 a.m.; Youth Group; 1301 Oak St., Paso Robles; (805) 238-3321.

ST. ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH 820 Creston Road., Paso Robles; (805) 238-2218- Parish Office open Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; website: www.saintrosechurch.org; Mass times;Daily Mass- 12:00 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Tues. 7 p.m. Spanish; Saturday 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Spanish Vigil Mass; Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Spanish Mass at 12:30PM. Father Rudolfo Contreras.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 940 Creston Road, Paso Robles; has Sunday worship services at 9:30 a.m; For more information, call the church at (805) 238-3702. Ext. 206.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF ATASCADERO 11605 El Camino Real, Atascadero; Sunday Service Time: 10 a.m.; Nurs-ery Care Provided:; 9:45 a.m.- 12:15 p.m.; Mid-week student ministry; PreK-12th grade Sept-April, Weds, 4 p.m.; (805) 466-2566; Pastor Steve Poteete-Marshall; atascaderoumc.org.

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 513 Palma Ave., Atascadero; Sunday services: Holy Eucharist — 9 a.m., Taize — 8 p.m.; the Rev. W. Merritt Greenwood, interim director; the Rev. James Arnold, Deacon; the Rev. Jacqueline Sebro, Deacon; office (805) 466-0379, fax (805) 466-6399; website stlukesatascadero.org; email office@stlukesatascadero.org

Ihope you read my column last week when I took the opportunity to thank some of the many individuals and businesses who were involved in this year’s Coats for Kids distribution. This week I want to present “part two” and thank some more of our wonderful North County people.

But first, let me tell you that a total of over 120 volunteers donated their time to the project. Some were able to help with all aspects of the set-up through the actual distribution on the 10th. The rain did not hinder the warm feelings that came from working together to help someone in need at this time of the year when it is so cold.

I like statistics about CFK once we are finished and it appears that we served approximately 750 North County families. Those families included 1,177 children, mostly under the age of 12.

Toy Bank of Greater Paso

Recipes for Chilly Nights

Robles chairman, Amanda Bean, offered, “We were extremely pleased with this year’s distribution of toys. We were also happy to have Coats for Kids back with us, sharing the building at the Fairgrounds and sharing the “Day of Giving.”

The members of Quota of Atascadero have been volunteering their help for at least 20 years and I can’t thank them enough. They just show up and get the job done. Others who know how to get the job done are Ali Bowman’s parents, Kristie and Rich Martin. Thank you all.

Since I didn’t have a recipe for you last week I’ve got 2 for this week ... How’s that. Let’s start with a quick and easy chili to serve on one of those cold nights like we’ve been having lately.

Creamy White Chili

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes

1 medium onion, chopped

1½ teaspoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon canola oil

2 cans (15½ ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed

and drained

1 can (14½ ounces) chicken broth

2 cans (14 ounces each) chopped green chiles

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon pepper

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 cup sour cream

½ cup heavy whipping cream

Optional: Tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced seeded jalapeno pepper

Directions:

In a large saucepan, saute chicken, onion and garlic powder in oil until the chicken is no longer pink. Add the beans, broth, chiles and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream and heavy cream. If desired. Top with tortilla chips, cheese and jalapenos.

Note: Also try adding ½ cup canned corn that has been rinsed and drained, along with a tablespoon of fresh cilantro, finely chopped. Another time try diced pimiento, maybe a couple of tablespoons, to change it up.

This next recipe is a hearty

and healthy stew to warm the family right down to their bones.

Lentil and Chicken Sausage Stew

Ingredients: 1 carton (22 ounce) reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 can (28 ounce) diced tomatoes, undrained 3 fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch slices

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium carrot, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Directions: In a 4 or 5-quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are tender. Note: Serve with cornbread or rolls to soak up every last drop.

“Soup’s On.” Stay warm, cheers.

Barbie Butz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at barbiewb@ hotmail.com.

Scared The Dickens Out Of Me

lee pitts COLUMNIST

He Came Upon the Midnight Clear roaring, “Ho, Ho, Ho,”

“Who the Dickens are you?”

I asked, rising from my bed.

“I’m the Ghost of Santa Claus Past. You better not pout and you better not shout. Don’t you remember me?” asked the round man. “Step into my sleigh, and I will take you back to a Christmas long ago.”

“What Child Is This sitting on your lap?” I asked.

“Why, that is you. Don’t you remember? You gave me water on the knee when you were but a child.”

“Was I a good little boy?”

“Not really. You were like all the rest. All you wanted for Christmas was a shopping list

of toys. To celebrate the birth of the “Prince of Peace,” you wanted a G.I. Joe and a Roy Rogers gun so you could shoot your sister. You were really disappointed when you woke and found a single orange and a red rubber ball in your stocking hung with care.”

“I remember now Santa. I told you to remember to bring the batteries along with the toys next time. I think it was about then I stopped believing in you.”

Suddenly I woke from my dream when I heard a noise up on the rooftop. The ghost had disappeared just as he had arrived. I got out of bed and checked the halls decked with boughs of holly. There was nobody else around. I figured maybe I just had too much egg nog. Sleep would not come on this Christmas Eve.

But then he appeared again. Only this time a much older Santa Claus visited me in my dream. “You don’t look so good Santa.”

“I am the Ghost of Christmas Present and as you know, it hasn’t been a real good year.”

I crawled up in Santa’s sleigh once again and we traveled in search of a Christmas present. “Hey, that is me and my wife. But why is my wife crying?”

“Because last year you promised each other you wouldn’t buy anything for each other for Christmas and like a scrooge you kept your word.”

“I know, and my wife hasn’t said a word to me ever since. But I gave her a little present this year.”

“You gave her money,” said Santa sternly.

“But money is always the right size.”

“Is money all you think about? Sending out Christmas cards with business reply envelopes was really tacky.”

“Yes, but Santa you said yourself it was a tough year.” But the Ghost of Santa Present did not hear the reply, instead another Santa had taken his place. The ghost of Santa Claus

Comfort and Joy

rience. Ours is the privilege of giving birth to it.”

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many people, but it can also be difficult for those struggling with loneliness, loss, or other challenges. So if you’re feeling overwhelmed or down, know that you are not alone and that hope and comfort are available.

No matter your religious beliefs, there are universal truths that can bring us peace and joy during this time of year. American New Thought writer, teacher, and leader Ernest Holmes observed, “Within us is the unborn possibility of limitless expe -

The quote reminds us of the endless possibilities that exist within us. It suggests that we have the power to give birth to limitless experiences and that it is our privilege to do so. But what does this mean, exactly? And how can we tap into this unborn possibility of limitless experience during the holiday season?

One way to understand this quote is to consider the power of our thoughts and beliefs. Our thoughts shape our reality, and the more we focus on positive, expansive ideas, the more we can open ourselves up to new and fulfilling experiences. This mindset is essential during the holiday season when we may face challenges or feel overwhelmed. By reminding ourselves that we have the power to give birth to limitless experiences, we can shift our focus from what is

lacking to what is possible.

Another way to tap into this potential is to embrace the spirit of generosity and giving. The holidays are typically a time when many are focused on buying gifts and making others happy, but true giving goes beyond material gifts.

When we give of ourselves — our time, our attention, our love — we create ripples of positive energy that can touch the lives of those around us.

And as we give the gift of ourselves to others, we open up to the joy and fulfillment that comes from being of service.

Another way to open up to possibilities during the holidays is gratitude. Taking time to appreciate all the good things in our lives, no matter how small, can help us feel more positive and hopeful. Reflect on the kindness of others, the beauty of nature, or the simple pleasures we often

Future creaked along weighted down with chains.”

“Why do you look so sad Santa?”

Santa Claus Future squinted at the houses trimmed in lights. “Because people have forgotten the real meaning of Christmas. They don’t know if they are celebrating the birth of Jesus or of General Electric.”

“But Santa, why are you draped in chains?”

“The I.R.S. put me in jail for writing off the gifts I gave last year. The little children don’t believe in me anymore and people don’t realize that the best presents are the kind you can’t wrap.”

“I still believe in you Santa. You have made a believer out of me.” But Santa was not there to hear. He had disappeared. Not up the chimney but through a hole in the heart.

Lee Pitts is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email them at leepitts@ leepittsbooks.com.

take for granted.

Finally, remember that the holiday season is a time for connection and community. Whether celebrating with family, friends, or a spiritual community, it’s a time to come together and share the joy and love of the season. By embracing connection and community, we open ourselves up to the possibility of limitless experience and fulfillment.

No matter what you’re going through, know that you are loved and valued, and that hope and joy can be a part of your limitless experience in the holiday season. May you find comfort and peace in the love and support of those around you, and may the new year bring you many blessings. And so it is.

Rev. Elizabeth Rowley is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at revelizabeth@cccsl.org.

barbie butz COLUMNIST

rev. elizabeth rowley hogue COLUMNIST

As we welcomed back high school sports this year, here is a look back on North County’s top sports story throughout 2022.

Published May 12

Records were broken when the Templeton High School’s (THS) girls swim team took home the CIF Central Section Division 2 championship.

Published

In August, a Paso Robles coach and player were awarded the Junior Giants Willie Mac Award and recognized at a San Francisco Giants baseball game at Oracle Park.

Sept. 2, at the Atascadero

celebration for this year’s water polo seniors also turned into a huge final send-off to the pool.

The Paso Robles High School Bearcats stunt team made history as the first team to win the CIF Central Section championship. They moved on to compete in the State CIF in Sacramento on Friday, May 13.

Published

Bella Otter made her hometown of Atascadero proud when she brought home two gold medals after competing in the Pan American Championships in Nova Scotia, Canada, at the beginning of the month. The Championships took place from May 31 thru June 5.

Published Sept. 8

The Paso Robles Bearcats and Atascadero Greyhounds played what was possibly each team’s most anticipated game of the season Friday night,

The Bearcat community unexpectedly lost Jim Wiemann on Thursday, Aug. 4, at the age of 56, leaving a hole in the Paso Robles sports community, where he was the go-to sports announcer and broadcaster.

Published Nov. 17

On Monday, Oct. 31, golfer Julianna Lockaton Honea, representing Atascadero High School, shot a 77 at the San Luis Obispo Country Club during the CIF Central Section Finals. Honea tied for third place at the match, but after a card-off with the other player taking third place, she ended up fourth and second place in the individual ranking. Her score at the CIF finals meant that she was the very first female golfer at AHS to make it to State competition level.

Friday, Oct. 21, the Atascadero High School (AHS) water polo and swim teams and alums from both sports swam in the current AHS pool for the last time. What started as a proposed

Bearcat Stunt Team Goes to CIF State Published May 12

Templeton High Girls

Swim Team Win CIF Title

Local Archer Bella Otter Takes Two Golds at Pan American Championships

June 16

Paso Robles Junior Giants Willie Mac Winners

Sept. 1

Rivalry Game in North County: Paso Robles Bearcats Beat Atascadero Greyhounds

Memorial Stadium.

Jim Wiemann: Remembering the ‘Voice of Paso’ Published Sept. 22

Atascadero High School Athletes, Alumni Say Goodbye to AHS’s Pool

Published Nov. 3

Atascadero High Golfer First Female to Make it to State Level

Bearcats Girls Cross

Country Finishes Second in CIF Central Section

Published Nov. 24

The Bearcats girls cross country team is headed to State to compete for the Division II championship after finishing in second place at the CIF Central Section Championship on Thursday, Nov. 17.

Atascadero Runner is CIF Central Section D3 Cross Country Champion Published Dec. 1

At Woodward Park in Fresno on Nov. 17, Atascadero High School (AHS) sophomore Frannie Perry took first place at the CIF Central Section D3 Women’s Cross Country Championship.

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much-appreciated $125,000 each.

“We have so many people to thank that made this happen,” Cross said. “This was not just me or the chamber. We’ve had amazing community support. We’ve had the board of supervisors, the city council, we’ve had numerous businesses donate funding. Bank of America, Pacific Premier Bank, and Pacific Western Bank have all given funding to make this happen. I’m just really proud of the community for seeing the vision of what we’re trying to do here and then putting dollars behind making this happen.”

The project, which took just

ELECTION RESULTS

Counsel Rita Neal. “What I would express to this board is it is a mandatory requirement that you declare the results based on the certification of your election official.”

Supervisor Debbie Arnold expressed that she did not feel comfortable going forward with declaring the results as there were known issues with the voting materials that were mailed out prior to the election and irregularities during the processing of the ballots, as well as the recount for District 2 Supervisor taking place.

The council clarified with Neal that all ballots and other voting materials would still be available and not destroyed if they declared the results at the

PARADES

through town. Residents of the Creston area got together, as they do every year for the impromptu parade. The Creston 4-H lighted trailer was hard to miss being pulled by a beautifully lighted Peterbilt. Overall there was an impressive collection of lighted vehicles to be seen and many good times to be had following the parade.

under a year to complete, was finished just mere hours before the large crowd who attended the grand opening arrived.

“There’s a lot of demand for low-barrier rent level. It’s not too expensive, and you get all the amenities. You get to collaborate and talk with co-workers. You get to meet people. You get the resources from the chamber. So there’s a lot of great reasons to do this,” Cross added. “If you lose your power, if you are visiting, if you have family visiting, if you just want to get out of the house, we’ve got a spot for you.”

BridgeWorks has day passes, week passes, and month passes currently available. The day rate is $25, the week rate is $100, unreserved desks for a

meeting.

“There are certain time frames within the election code for the elections official to retain certain documents. Most of them are retained for six months following a certification,” answered Neal.

There are also timeframes for recounts and contesting the election in court, with all of those timeframes taking place before any destruction of voting records. It was also stated by Neal that there was a possibility of the Secretary of State taking legal action against the board if they did not declare the election results at the meeting.

A manual recount for District 2 Supervisor, which has Bruce Gibson as the certified election winner and Bruce Jones trailing by less

San Miguel hosted their 32nd Annual Christmas Parade. Each year, the San Miguel Firefighters Association (SMFA) hosts a Christmas parade and toy drive for the residents of San Miguel. There was a great turnout this year of floats and cars decked out in lights stroll down the heart of San Miguel on Mission Street.

This year the Grinch drove a vintage Ford pickup and took some time to stop the parade

month are $200, and reserved desks for a month are $300. All amenities and lounge spaces are included with all passes, including the beautiful outdoor lounges, which everyone can use.

“We need spaces like this to grow the next big idea. I think we’re doing that,” Cross said excitedly in his speech that evening. “And I’m convinced we are because, as of this morning, we are sold out again.”

The grand opening showed off the space, and Chamber members LouLou Cheese Girl and Central Coast Creamery provided a smattering of charcuterie snacks and baked goods and cookies came from Cookie Momo. Lapis Luna and Eberle provided the wine,

than 20 votes, was submitted on Monday, Dec. 12, and the elections official has seven days to start the recount process, which started taking place on Monday, Dec. 19.

The motion to declare the election results passed in a 4-1 vote, with Arnold voting no.

A hearing also took place regarding considering an appeal (APPL2022-00010) by Allyson Magda. The Planning Department Hear Officer denied a Minor Use Permit on Sept. 2, 2002, to allow a vacation rental. The project includes modifications to allow the proposed vacation rental to be 422 feet from an already existing vacation rental instead of the 1,500 feet required due to ordinance standards. The site is within the Agricultural land use category and the Adelaida

and terrorize the crowd. He was followed by more vintage cars, the Lilian Larson Parent Teach Organization, a lighted RV, a cabin on wheels, and more that made their way down the street.

Riding on the SMFA’s 1937 International Van Pelt Fire Engine was Santa, Mrs. Claus, and his elves. Mercy Air, an air medical transportation company, made an appearance prior to the parade in its helicopter.

and beer was provided by Firestone Walker. Make Music and Thrive provided the entertainment.

“We really want to attract the next big business in Atascadero. We want the entrepreneurs; we want startups to come here. We have a space for them,” said Cross. “What we want to see is the new business that needs resources and support, and we can help them with their rent.”

The evening also included an official ribbon cutting and a raffle for the attendees who were there to celebrate Atascadero’s new co-working space.

To find out more about BridgeWorks, go to; atascaderochamber .org/bridgeworks

Sub Area of the North County Planning Area in District 1 at 5240 Jack Creek Road, approximately 3.5 miles west of Templeton.

The project was presented before TAAG (Templeton Area Advisory Group) in their July meeting. The TAAG committee members recommended denial of the project.

The hearing officer was not able to find that the use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the public and that it would not be consistent with the neighborhood’s character. Citing community concerns of oversaturation of vacation rentals, the existing density of vacation rentals in the neighborhood exceeding the limit, and no unique circumstances that render the minimum separa-

Following the parade, all the children of San Miguel were welcome to come to the firehouse for a visit with Santa, and the firefighters distribute toys out to the children. For the past 18 years, SMFA has collected toy donations to be distributed by Santa Claus after the parade. There were over 200 children who visited the SMFA firehouse after the parade and all were able to take home a toy, thanks to the SMFA’s sponsors and donors.

tion requirement unnecessary.

The appeal was gone over by the hearing officer, and some language was revised, though the recommendation to adopt the resolution to deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the Planning Department Hearing Officer’s denial was advised.

“We haven’t received any referrals from any of the agencies that would have concern with any of the health and safety of this area, of public works, of traffic,” stated Mandi Pickens of ANGLE Land Use, representing Magda. “If we had received those, I completely understand basing denial on this project, but we have not had any concern nor have been asked for any sort of reports for traffic, noise, etc., that would help elevate plan-

ning’s concern.”

She also stated that the proposed vacation rental has 40 letters of community support as well as support for the property’s neighbors. The proposed vacation rental would also be a one-bedroom with the owners on site.

Magda also spoke to the supervisor board, citing her family history and reasons why her appeal should be passed.

Supervisor John Peschong stated that he noted that there was no one at the meeting to oppose the appeal. He was in favor of the vacation rental appeal and started a tentative motion to uphold the appeal. The motion was seconded by Arnold.

The motion to uphold the appeal passed four-to-one, with Gibson voting no.

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WAA is committed to teaching younger generations about the value of their freedoms and the importance of honoring those who sacrificed so much to protect those freedoms. The organization offers learning tools, interactive media projects, and opportunities for youth groups to participate in the events. They also work to create opportunities to connect “the Greatest Generation” with the “Generation of Hope,” passing on

inspirational stories from World War II veterans to the leaders of the future.

Seven years ago, Mora came across the Wreaths Across America program and decided to bring the tradition to Templeton. A Vietnam Army Veteran himself, Mora started the first year purchasing 50-100 wreaths for the local veterans. Now, they purchase over 300 wreaths to cover the cemetery.

The oldest veteran in the Templeton Cemetery is Martin Stradler, a sergeant from the Spanish American

War. The war, which lasted less than a year, is described as an armed conflict between Spain and the United States after the sinking of the USS Maine in the Havana Harbor in Cuba. While there are no birth or death dates on his gravestone, he is listed as part of the 17th Infantry Regiment.

Mora joined the Lions Club when he returned from Vietnam but never attended a meeting. However, he joined for a second time 16 years ago and was named commander of the chapter

shortly after.

“We haven’t had an election since,” Mora laughs, commenting that they need some new members to join.

The live wreaths are now purchased with funds raised from local businesses and sponsors. Mora thanked Mark Switzer especially, who he said is their biggest donor. “He is the most generous donor I have. Every year without fail.”

Each wreath was placed at marked and unmarked veteran graves at the Templeton Cemetery. Before placing

the wreath, volunteers read aloud the veteran’s name, noted the war they served in, and regiment if it was available.

“It’s one way of saying thanks one more time to those who have paid the price,” explains Mora, “The veterans are not all combat deaths, just people who have served their country proudly and wouldn’t hesitate to do it again.”

Other than the Templeton Cemetery, Mora brings a wreath to two Templeton locals graves buried at the

Paso Robles Cemetery and also one to his father’s grave in Atascadero who was a WWII veteran. Bring in the service runs in Mora’s family, as his twin brother served in the navy during the Vietnam war and his son, who recently retired after 20 years in the service.

Talking about being a veteran, Mora says, “It’s just loving your country and wanting to serve it proudly with distinction.”

For more information on Wreaths Across America, visit wreathsacrossamerica.org

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Make Music and Thrive provides music at BridgeWorks’ grand opening.

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Several lighted and decorated vehicles, like this Peterbilt truck, traveled the route at the Creston Lighted and Local Christmas Parade. Photo by Camille DeVaul/ATN