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Seventh Annual Running Chicken Fun Run brings running community together once again
This year’s theme was ‘Smile More — Worry Less’
By CHRISTIANNA MARKS christianna@atascaderonews.com
SANTA MARGARITA —
Runners of all ages and skill levels strapped on their running shoes and hit the trail around
Santa Margarita Lake for the 7th Annual Running Chicken Fun Run on Sunday, Jan. 5. The sun was out, the air was brisk, and there were smiles on everyone’s faces as they participated in the 10K or 5K walk/run that celebrates the lives of runners and sisters, Brittni “Bitti” and Brynn Frace.
“Oh my gosh, it’s just such a
great event,” stated Atascadero local Lori Bagby. “Just the strong sense of community and the reason that we’re all out here. Loved it. And perfect day weather-wise. Best day yet.”
This year brought over 500 participants out to run in memory of the Frace sisters. Their mom, Shari, told Atascadero News that their
goal is to grow the race by 10 percent each year and that this year proved that they’re staying on track.
“[It’s] the biggest race. Most finishers. It was the best year yet,” added the girl’s dad, Warren Frace.
The course around the beautiful Santa Margarita Lake is the
By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@atascaderonews.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Former Atascadero Mayor Heather Moreno was officially sworn in as the District 5 San Luis Obispo County Supervisor on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Moreno will be filling the seat formerly filled by Debbie Arnold, who retires after serving 12 years on the board.
Arnold led the meeting one last time as chairperson, call-
ing the first meeting of the year a special one as Moreno was sworn in with returning Supervisors John Peschong (District 1) and Dawn Ortiz-Legg (District 3).
Moreno started her career in local politics when she was appointed to Atascadero’s Planning Commission in 2008 and served as chairperson in 2010. She was then appointed to the Atascadero City Council in 2012, elected in 2014, elected as mayor in 2018, and reelected mayor in 2020 and 2022. Moreno ran against her fellow Atascadero Councilmember Susan Funk for the District 5 seat and secured it back in March 2024.
CHRISTIANNA MARKS
ATASCADERO — Back in November of 2024, the Atascadero Police Department (APD) reintroduced a Special Enforcement Team (SET) to the community. Chief Dan Suttles told Atascadero News that the City had SET officers sometime prior to when he joined the force a year ago and that bringing two
SET officers onto the team will continue to benefit Atascadero.
Because of the holidays and the officers training for their new roles, it will be this month that the team will really start being out and about in the community.
“Now we’re really excited because we can actually get them out there to do what it is that they do,” added Suttles.
The SET officer’s role will be to handle special investigations, enforcement, or projects that don’t have another team specifically set up to tackle them.
Since the APD’s patrol officers’
Thousands gather in Paso
NORTH COUNTY —
Thousands came together at the center of Paso Robles to ring in the New Year on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024. The third annual New Year’s Eve Bonfire in Paso Robles City Park welcomed live music
and entertainment under the festive holiday lights.
This is the city’s third year hosting the event since taking a pause during the COVID pandemic. Expecting an even larger crowd than years prior, the event extended to half of City Park.
Paso Robles Fire Department Administrative Fire
Captain Paramedic Ross Porter told Atascadero News about other changes to the event: “We added more food trucks, more drink trucks. We added some pyro, spectacular fireworks for the countdown ... and we also added more pallets for the bonfire hoping to get a longer burn.”
Sitting next to the play
structure, Paso Robles firefighters blocked off an area where a pyramid of pallets was built to be burned throughout the event. Throughout the year, local businesses donate pallets, which are then collected by the Public Works Department about three months in advance. Porter says that last
The top three female and male winners of the Running Chicken Fun Run 10K pose with with Sharilynn and Warren Frace (center). Photo by Rick Evans/ATN
The Special Enforcement Team at Atascadero Police Department will handle special investigations, enforcement or projects that do not already have a task force. Photo by Atascadero Police Department
exact same one that Brynn and Brittni ran during their time at Atascadero High School (AHS), and even though the 10K route is more challenging, there is something for everyone to join in on at whatever speed they’re comfortable with.
“We see a lot of the people that were here in the first year, but we’re starting to see a lot of new people that heard about this race and want to be involved. It’s just exciting to see it grow,” Warren said of all the new faces that filled the course.
“It was really exciting because this gentleman came up to me, and he’s from San Fransico, and he says that this is one of his favorite races that he does,” Shari added. “He drove up, and he actually slept in his car last night to do the race. He said that he just really appreciates the joy and the camaraderie and the community that this race brings. That he just wouldn’t miss it, and he absolutely loves our chicken socks.
“He was talking to me on the finish line for quite a while, just telling me that this race is different than so many just
based off of how we really relish the day and the joy and that we’re keeping the spirit of the girls alive and bringing beauty.”
This year’s theme was ‘Smile More — Worry Less,’ and the bibs that the runners wore were made out of a design that Brittni made prior to her passing — like years before, the race is always themed around artwork and sayings that the girls used to say.
“She (Brittni) drew this years ago, wrote ‘smile more — worry less,’ and we saw this, and we go, ‘That’s gonna be next year’s theme,’” stated Warren. There were 12 winners at the Running Chicken, and each
one was given an award that featured a stained glass version of Brynn’s chicken tattoo made by local artist Deborah Nottenkanper.
give back and celebrate them (Brynn and Brittni) each year. I feel very blessed to be a part of this,” continued Nottenkanper.
The 12 winners of this year’s race were:
1st Place — Ellie Nisbet (running with Brittni’s number)
2nd Place — Nora Pizzella
main objective is to respond to calls of service, and the investigators follow up on anything the patrol officers make reports on, there are times when the SET officers will be able to focus on things that need special attention.
“I think the Special Enforcement Team brings another layer of service to the community. If there is a special issue, or if there is a special problem that’s taking place in a neighborhood or something, this is just one more layer that we can throw at those prob-
year about 350 pallets were collected, and this year the city received well over 500 pallets.
During the event, Porter said, “We’re trying to make a longer burn this time. Last year, one of the lessons we learned is that it went too fast ... with the extra pallets and the different configuration of the pile, we’re trying to make it last a little longer.”
“We were all coached by Coach Warnes,” Nottenkanper said on how she met the girls. “I met Bitti and Brynn on a trip to Arizona. We were going over for a marathon, so we spent five glorious days together. Lots of fun laughs.”
She added that Shari reached out to her when the family decided to start the Running Chicken and asked if she would want to participate by making the awards.
“It is my way to be able to
lems,” said Suttles. “I think what’s really important to remember is that these officers are not subject to call per service, so they can follow through with things. In other words, this is their project, whatever that assignment may be, and they follow through to fruition. And that’s something I think is a benefit to the community for sure.”
Over the last year, the APD had a goal to identify where their needs were the greatest. During that process the department identified that bringing back the SET officers would help them utilize their assets to their full potential. The two officers who joined the SET
Planning for the bonfire begins about six months in advance, which includes planning the different safety precautions taken for the fire.
“I have an engine on standby just in case anything happens,” Porter said. “We’ve learned from years past what the clearances are and we make sure that the fence is big enough for that. And we’ve taken precautions with the trees and lights and infrastructure within the park to make sure
You can read more about Moreno’s era in Atascadero at atascaderonews. com/atascadero-news-magazine/ colony-people/the-end-of-an-eracelebrating-six-years-and-beyondof-mayor-heather-moreno/ San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder Elena Cano led the swearing-in of the three supervisors, saying, “The tradition of the Oath of Office dates back to George Washington’s first inauguration in 1789. Even today,
Female 5K Winners:
• 1st Place — Jenn Kadri
2nd Place — Brailee Bourgault (age 9) 3rd Place — Piper Bourgault (age 7)
Mens 5K Winners:
• 1st Place — Oscar Allen
• 2nd Place — Logan Thomas 3rd Place — Tyler Schwisow
Female 10K Winners:
team are veterans who are proven on the field and were chosen for their skills, including investigative, which make them able to give special attention to the unknown events they will be called to work on.
“We’re really excited about them. We’ve got some really good guys in there,” stated Suttles.
In addition, the SET officers will also be working with the APD’s Community Action Team (CAT). CAT is comprised of officers, a case worker, and a county clinician whose mission is to identify those in the unhoused community, those who are actively using drugs,
we don’t damage anything.”
Last year brought in about 5,000 people from all over the county to City Park to ring in the New Year. Aligning with the East Coast timeline, a countdown celebrated the New Year at 9 p.m. and the event concluded at 11 p.m. Porter says the city was prepared for even more people to come to the bonfire with calls coming in from outside the area about the event and hotels filling up to the
these words connect public servants to centuries of democratic values.”
Seated next to bouquets of flowers, Arnold addressed the full board room.
During the last election cycle, Arnold chose not to run for a fourth term.
“It was a funny feeling coming through those doors for the last time after 12 years,” said Arnold, who calls her time as supervisor an honor of a lifetime. “I can’t thank everyone enough. This was a big part of my life and I appreciate all of you.”
Vice Chairperson Ortiz-Legg then presented Arnold with a plaque to
• 3rd Place — Clare Corbin (running with Brynn’s number)
Male 10K Winners: 1st Place — Tyler Daillak 2nd Place — Connor Fisher 3rd Place — Dane Hardy
The Running Chicken is an annual fundraiser for the Run
4 Bitti and Brynn Foundation. The foundation’s mission is to support the next generation of runners in the girl’s honor. They do this by providing two scholarships to Atascadero
those struggling with mental illness, or sometimes a combination, and bring resources to them to help them back on their feet.
“One of the things that we recognize is that if you have someone who’s at the crossroads of homelessness and drug addiction, they’re obviously getting their drugs from somewhere. So, a Special Enforcement Team can work with CAT to try to figure out who’s dealing the drugs,” Suttles added, on how the two teams will be able to work together.
The SET officers will also help the APD and the city with their mission to keep Atascadero’s downtown area
brim. Restaurants and bars surrounding the park were packed with patrons and families even set up picnic spots throughout the park, soaking up the glow of the fire and holiday lights.
“I just hope it brings joy and peace and love,” said Porter of the event. “And this is a fun event. It’s one of those events where we bring in the new year and everybody’s having a good time ... It’s just a feel good, have fun event.”
commemorate her time as an SLO County Supervisor.
“I appreciate your service as well; we all do,” said Ortiz-Legg.
A standing ovation was the given to Arnold as she stepped down, flowers and plaque in hand, to move on to her next chapter in life.
Ortiz-Legg was then elected to serve as the next chairperson with Supervisor Jimmy Paulding as vice chairperson for the 2025 term per the Board’s Rules of Procedure.
“It is humbling and sobering to be an elected representative of the people
High School, two scholarships to Paso Robles High School, and one that goes to Chico State, which is where the girls attended college.
“It’s really important to be able to give back, and we think that’s a great legacy for Brynn and Brittni. We know that they love this event, and they love that idea, and they love seeing the next generation of runners come forward,” Warren stated. To find out more about the Run 4 Bitti and Brynn Foundation, including giving athletic shoes to the local community and the Hiya Rock Project, go to run4bittiandbrynn.org.
vibrant and inviting. The team will be able to step in for any traffic or foot patrol needs in the area.
“One of the things that I appreciate about law enforcement here is that we do take it seriously,” Suttles said. “We take it very seriously by allocating our resources to make sure that we’re giving as many services to the community that we possibly can. Really, this is what the goal is with introducing the SET guys; we definitely want to make sure that people will understand that this is a very pointed and purposeful move so we can provide as many services to this community as we possibly can.”
in your own community,” said OrtizLegg, who thanked family, constituents, and colleagues for their support.
She continued to acknowledge the county’s struggle of affordable living: “I hope that we work together and that we can help you all achieve your dreams together.”
Moreno then took a moment to address the community.
“I commit to listening, to collaborating with my colleagues, to really working, doing the people’s work, doing what you sent us here for, and we have a lot of challenges ahead,” said
Moreno. “Thank you for placing your trust in me.”
Peschong gave a few words as begins another term as District 1 supervisor.
“I am going to continue to be simple, clear, and concise... I want to thank the constituents and the people that live in District 1 that have put up with me for the last eight years, and I look forward to working with you for another four years,” said Peschong.
The next San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 14, at 9 a.m.
(Left) Runners at the 7th Annual Running Chicken Fun Run launch off the starting line. (Right photo, from left)Jenn Kadri, Brailee Bourgalt, Sharilynn Frace, Piper Bourgalt, and Warren Frace are shown at the
Running Chicken Fun Run. Photos by Rick Evans/ATN
A pile of pallets is set up at Paso Robles City Park on Dec. 31 to be lit for the annual New Year’s Bonfire. Photo by Camille DeVaul/ATN
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Cal Poly float receives Leishman Public Spirit Award at 2025 Rose Parade
The universities’ 76th entry into storied Pasadena event, ‘Nessie’s Lakeside Laughs,’ depicts Scottish legend
CAL POLY — Cal Poly universities’ “Nessie’s Lakeside Laughs” float, depicting Scotland’s most camera-averse underwater mystic on its best day, received the Leishman Public Spirit Award at the 136th Rose Parade® held New Year’s Day.
“We got the Leishman award for most outstanding floral presentation from a non-commercial entry,” said Collin Marfia, the Cal Poly Rose float president minutes after the awards were announced. “We’re just ecstatic! This is a floral award, and the last time we also won it was 2016 (for ‘Sweet Shenanigans’).
“I’m just incredibly grateful to have worked with this team this year and so excited to see what they go on to do next year,” the graduate student said of his experience on his fourth Rose Float entry. “I still have another year left. They can’t take me away from this program. I just don’t know in what capacity I’ll be returning next year.”
Cal Poly and California State Polytechnic University in Pomona team up for the Pasadena classic every year. The entry — the students’ rolling floral bouquet to the world — is among the highest-profile student examples of Cal Poly’shands-on ethos.
“We take what we learn in our classes and transform it into the best Learn by Doing experience you can find,” the team said in the Rose Parade media guide. “Building a beautiful float every year gives us the opportunity to showcase our career readiness skills that every employer desire by demonstrating that Cal Poly students have the experience, skills and drive to enter the world as creators, innovators, leaders and agents of change.”
About 60 students, equally split from each campus, form the leadership teams that work and guide volunteer helpers on the float. Workshops, open to all students, were held throughout the year and between October and December involvetraveling to Pomona to complete the effort, which takes until New Year’s Eve.
“Nessie’s Lakeside Laughs” captures the beginnings of a great friendship uniting the once-shy Loch Ness monster with some eager Scottish counterparts. Cal Poly universities’ 18-by-55foot entry that rises to 21 feet tall exemplifies the parade’s theme of the “Best Day Ever!” — celebrating “life’s best moments — those unexpected times that bring a smile, warm our hearts and fill us with joy,” said Tournament of Roses President Ed Morales.
“Nessie is very shy, very elusive,” Marfia said. “She doesn’t have very many friends when she’s hiding in the depths of Loch Ness. So when she finally gains the bravery to surface, she ends up making a bunch of new friends. It’s essentially a
celebration of love and friendship, and Nessie’s able to finally have her best day ever with her new friends.”
The creature, said to live in the murky, 750-foot-deep freshwater lake in the northern part of the Scotland, dominates the float. Nessie looks over a selection of Scotland’s most iconic creatures — with nary a wee midge in sight — and all in various motions:
An ebony Scottish terrier, tail wagging and mouthing a bone, aboard a wood rowboat rocking in Nessie’s wake, while a Scottish border collie looks up from the rear of the float trying to get Nellie’s attention;
A celebrated Norwegian beaver pair, the population rebounding after beavers were hunted into extinction in the United Kingdom, chew wood planks into letters to spell Rose Float;
• A circus of seven Atlantic puffins, the pelagic seabirds reminiscent of penquins (not related, though they share a similar black-and-white countershading and are also great swimmers), use Nessie’s fins as a Slip ’N Slide;
And a gentle highland cow, with long horns and a shaggy coat, rests in an innertube that circles in the pond of colorful iris blooms.
The float features over 37,100 flowers as well as a variety of seeds and other organic decorations, and “lots of interesting materials this year,” Marfia said.
“We’re using lots of fresh florals again, statice (sea-lavender), irises, carnations, cattails, chrysanthemums and roses, of course,” he said.
“The water tiers near the front of the float are a mix of dry and fresh material, irises and other florals, blue and purple. There will also be a lot of arrangements of statice and baby’s breath and other things to emulate splashes and water sprays.”
Nessie’s massive body, stretching the length
of the float, is covered in green lentils and splitgreen peas for a mottled olive look.
“She has a (dorsal) fin, and alongside it we’ve done insets, so there’ll be red carnations, and wild roses along her spine that’ll be bright pink,” he added. “That allows us to give a pop of color and freshness on her main body.”
To achieve the furry animal coats, students used a mix of coconut husk and corn silk. Pinecones provided the ribbing effect on the beaver flat tails. And black moss created the sleek, wet look of puffin feathers, and more coconut husks and corn silk were fashioned into tufts of white.
Spectators at the parade were also able to hear the float’s soundtrack: “New Horizons” by the Gothard Sisters, the American Celtic trio of Greta, Willow, and Solana Gothard, from Edmonds, Washington.
Since the late 1940s, Cal Poly universities have produced the only student-built float.
This is their 76th appearance making the schools the fourth oldest participant and the largest of the six self-built entries that include: South Pasadena (130 years); Sierra Madre Rose Float Association (93 years); Burbank (92 years); and Downey (73 years). La Cañada Flintridge (46 years) earned kudos this year by replacing two of its three gasoline-powered V8 engines for hydraulics, animation, and propulsion with six large battery packs weighing over a ton to provide 150 kWh of power. Officials plan to replace the third engine for the 2026 float.
Marfia said this year’s innovations involved refinements to the animation displays.
The teams elected go all-in on the use of “floating rings” to improve the look of its major animation mechanisms. There is a 6-foot length of them on Nessie’s tail and up to 8 feet on the creature’s neck.
The rings are created using pencil-width steel that is welded into circles, placed around an animation feature andattached through elas-
tic cords and tension. The assembly is covered with neophrene, like an elastic knee brace, to help“give us even more fluid, smooth movements,” he said.
“This is a technique that people usually shy away from or use it in very small applications,” Marfia added. “But we’vereally been pushing and using it on a larger scale these past few years with the snails in 2023’s ‘Road to Reclamation,’ last year’s ‘Shock N’ Roll: Powering the Musical Current,’ and now Nessie.”
The float also includes additional improvements to the animation system that was installed in 2024, which the students say will permit even greater animation options in the future.
Cal Poly universities enjoy a rich history and tradition at the parade in the Golden State’s City of Roses.
From 1938 to 1965, the campuses operated under a unified administration based in San Luis Obispo. In 1966, the state schools became separate California State University campuses, but students continued the tradition to produce an entry for the Rose Parade that was seen in 2024 in person by over 700,000 parade goers and watched on TV by 28 million on national and international broadcasts.
Cal Poly’s first float was hastily assembled in three months for $258 in the waning days of 1948. Since receiving its first Award of Merit on New Year’s Day 1949, entries have grown in size and sophistication. And along the way they’veearned 62 awards, including the 2024 Crown City Innovator for most outstanding use of imagination, innovation andtechnology.
A first for the team this year had to do with the love of float building as well as love and commitment. Marfia officiated at the wedding of his sister, Emily, the materials testing lead for the float program, who plans to graduate with a master’s degree in higher education, counseling, and student affairs in the spring, and partner Aylish Maey.
The young couple was married in front of a crowd of about 100 onlookers that included members of both teams, as well as Cal Poly President Jeffrey D. Armstrong and Cal Poly Pomona President Soraya M. Coley. The ceremony was held New Year’s Eve in the shadow of the float after its final judging.
“Rose Float people have gotten married before, but never during a Deco(rations) Week and never right after a judging,” he said. “It just felt natural, with all the flowers and all the team around us. It just all came together.”
Just 90 minutes before the parade, Marfia was looking forward to watching Nessie round the corner onto Colorado Boulevard and roll past the team members who invested months of their lives into the ephemeral creation.
“The thing that I’m most excited for is to see my team’s reactions and see their joy and excitement as it passes as a kind of payoff: ‘We did it. We made this,’ ” he said.
California Farm Bureau delegates approve policies at 106th Annual Meeting
Approvals related to wolf management, crop insurance, eminent domain, and agricultural zoning
By CALEB HAMPTON California Farm Bureau Federation
CALIFORNIA — California Farm Bureau approved changes to the organization’s policies last week during a House of Delegates session at the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting in Monterey.
“We are proud of the history of advocating for you, the farmers and ranchers, and that legacy is the foundation upon which we build,” California Farm Bureau Chief Operating Officer Dan Durheim said during the session.
“To remain relevant and effective, we must also have new ideas and embrace innovation. This balance between honoring our past and welcoming the future is crucial to our continued success.”
Farm Bureau develops policy recommendations each year through its Commodity Advisory Committees, which are groups of members that meet regularly throughout the year. This year, delegates voted to
approve proposed updates to policies related to wolf management, crop insurance, eminent domain and agricultural zoning.
“These proposals come directly from our members,” said Chris Reardon, California Farm Bureau vice president of policy advocacy.
Farm Bureau updated some policies in response to new challenges faced this year by farmers and ranchers, and revised others to clarify its position or align it with new policies of the American Farm Bureau Federation.
With growing wolf populations in California impacting livestock operations, Farm Bureau updated its policy on wolf management.
Prior Farm Bureau policy advocated for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to develop a wolf management plan “that balances the needs of public safety, private property, and the environment.”
Farm Bureau’s revised policy on wolf management contains more specific directives, including that CDFW fully fund a compensation program for ranchers that covers direct impacts as well as deterrence costs and “pay for presence” of wolves. In addition to direct
attacks, the presence of wolves can cause weight loss, decreased fertility, and other impacts on livestock.
In 2022, CDFW rolled out a wolf compensation pilot program with $3 million in funding from the state Legis-
lature, but the funding ran out by the end of last year.
Meanwhile, ranchers reported an increase in wolf conflicts as the number of wolves, which are protected by state and federal endangered species acts, increased through-
out the past year.
State wildlife officials estimated last month there were at least 70 wolves in the Golden State, up from an estimated 44 last year. The reported numbers are “probably still lower” than the true number, Reardon said.
Farm Bureau’s new policy also advocates for wolf tracking and “real-time communication with affected producers and local landowners.”
“We need to go back to funding a full program that
“Nessie’s Lakeside Laughs,” the Cal Poly universities’ float, rolls down the parade route during the 2025 Rose Parade on Jan. 1 in Pasadena. Photo by Tom Zasadzinski/California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
PASO ROBLES
City making transition from holiday to year-round lighting in Downtown Paso Robles
The festive holiday lights adorning downtown Paso Robles will begin coming down next week, with the final viewing opportunity on Sunday, Jan. 12. This seasonal display has illuminated City Park and downtown streets, attracting visitors and enhancing the holiday spirit.
Now part of an annual tradition, the holiday lighting initiative has grown over the past two years through city support and community contributions, adding to the charm of the downtown area.
Starting Monday, Jan. 13, crews will carefully remove the decorations and reinstall year-round decorative lighting to maintain a vibrant atmosphere. The transition will be completed by the end of the week with minimal disruption.
For more information, visit prcity. com/pasolights
Pedestrian seriously injured in traffic collision
On Monday, Jan. 6, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a pedestrian was struck by a blue Dodge Charger in the 3300 block of Spring Street Paso Robles Police responded to the scene, where the driver remained and cooperated fully. Authorities confirmed that drugs or alcohol were not factors in the incident.
The pedestrian, a 33-year-old Paso Robles resident, sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact PRPD at (805) 237-6464. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling (805) 549-STOP or texting “SLOTIPS” to CRIMES (274637).
Pedestrian injured in Spring Street traffic collision
On Thursday, Jan. 2, at approximately 7:11 p.m., a 74-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a silver Toyota Highlander in the 1800 block of Spring Street. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Paso Robles Police confirmed that alcohol was not a factor in the incident.
The pedestrian sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact PRPD at (805) 237-6464. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling (805) 549-STOP or texting “SLOTIPS” to CRIMES (274637).
ATASCADERO
Atascadero to host inaugural Mother-Son Sweetheart Dance
The City of Atascadero is hosting the first-ever Mother-Son Sweetheart Dance on Friday, Jan. 31, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pavilion on the Lake. Themed “Love You to the Moon and Back,” the event invites mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and special guests to share a fun-filled evening with their young gentlemen.
The semi-formal dance will feature music by DJ Manny Medina, snacks, door prizes, and on-site photography by Jimmy Dee with affordable picture packages.
Advance ticket purchase is required — no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are now available at the Colony Park Community Center (5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Prices are $37 per couple for Atascadero residents (93422 ZIP code) and $43 per couple for non-residents, with additional sons costing $5 each.
For more information or to download the ticket registration form, visit VisitAtascadero.com/events or call (805) 470-3360.
Atascadero to host 20th annual Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance
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The City of Atascadero and Pavilion on the Lake will host the 20th Annual Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance on Feb. 7 and 8. This cherished event invites fathers, uncles, grandfathers, and special guests to share a memorable evening with their special girls.
Themed “Love You to the Moon and Back,” the semi-formal dance will feature music by DJ Manny Medina, snacks, door prizes, and photography by Jimmy Dee, offering affordable picture packages.
Advance tickets are required — no tickets will be sold at the door.
Sales begin Jan. 2 at the Colony Park Community Center (5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets are priced at $37 per couple for Atascadero residents (93422 ZIP code) and $43 per couple for non-residents, with additional daughters costing $5 each.
For more information or to download the ticket registration form, visit VisitAtascadero.com/events or call (805) 470-3360.
Atascadero opens band submissions for 2025 Summer Concert Series
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero’s Community Services Department is now accepting band applications for the 2025 “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series. This popular annual event will feature seven concerts from June 28 through Aug. 30, at the Atascadero Lake Bandstand, running from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Concert dates include Jun. 28, July 5, 12, and 26, and Aug. 2, 9, and 30. The free event typically draws an audience of around 500 people per show. Selected bands will receive a $500 stipend and the city will provide an audio technician.
Applications are open until Friday, Jan. 31, at 5 p.m. Late submissions will not be accepted. Bands can apply at visitatascadero.com/events
For sponsorship opportunities or questions, contact Larisse Lopez at (805) 470-3360 or email llopez@ atascadero.org
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
County extends shelter crisis declaration to address homelessness
The County of San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to extend the county’s shelter crisis declaration through Dec. 31, 2025.
This extension allows for the continuation of essential measures to expedite the creation and operation of emergency shelters on County-owned public land.
The shelter crisis declaration enables the county to temporarily modify certain state and local housing standards for shelters while maintaining critical health and safety requirements. These flexibilities are crucial for addressing the persistent gap between the number of individuals experiencing homelessness and the availability of emergency shelter beds.
The shelter crisis declaration, initially adopted on Sept. 28, 2021, and extended twice before in 2022 and 2023, facilitated the successful implementation of the 5Cities Homeless Coalition’s Cabins for Change project. This project added 20 year-round emergency shelter beds on County-owned property in Grover Beach and represented a crucial step toward meeting the demand for shelter in San Luis Obispo County.
“The flexibility provided by the shelter crisis declaration has been instrumental in bringing projects like Cabins for Change to life,” said Jeff Al-Mashat, administrative services manager with the County of San Luis Obispo’s Homeless Services Division. “These shelters are more than just a place to stay — they’re a lifeline for individuals on their journey toward healing, housing, and reconnection with the community.”
The county’s shelter crisis declaration will expire at the end of 2025 unless further extended by the Board of Supervisors.
For more information on the County of San Luis Obispo’s ongoing efforts to address homeless, visit slocounty.gov/ HomelessServices
Multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan update
The 2025 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is in progress and public input and participation in the plan development process is being requested. A public workshop and stakeholder meeting will be held on Jan. 14 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
In Person: Katcho Achadjiian Government Center 1055 Monterey Street, 1st Floor, Room 161 San Luis Obispo.
Or join virtual: MS Teams meeting link (teams.microsoft.com/dl/ launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23% 2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3A meeting_MDRmN2ZkOTUtOW I0ZC00NjE5LThiYmMtNWEx NWYyNDZjOTUw%40thread. v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%252 2Tid%2522%253a%25223d234255e20f-4205-88a5-9658a402999b%252 2%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%252 2c9104d93-adca-4bef-b7a7-aec5dad4f 7de%2522%257d%26anon%3Dtrue& type=meetup-join&deeplinkId= 0f3ab9d0-904c-47ca-a7d0-fb78e f3e20d2&directDl=true&m sLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true& suppressPrompt=true)
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This is an opportunity to learn about hazard mitigation and provide input into how to best mitigate the natural hazard events that can impact our county.
Libraries offer winter reading challenge
Readers of all ages are invited to track their reading on a BINGO card for fun and prizes during the County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries Cozy Winter Reading challenge happening Jan. 2 through Feb. 14.
To play, readers complete five book-related activities in a row (across, vertically, or diagonally) on a BINGO card for a prize. Blackout BINGO (all squares completed) qualifies readers for grand prize drawings.
BINGO cards are available at all 14 County of SLO Public Libraries locations.
A BINGO card adds a fun twist to a reading challenge. “The activities on the card aren’t difficult, but they ask readers to explore different ideas, genres, and library offerings,” said Erica Thatcher, spokesperson for the libraries. “Readers get a thank-you gift for playing and visiting the library, but they also get the satisfaction of reading for fun and watching their card fill up.”
Grand prizes include a family board games bundle and a cozy winter reading basket from Karson Butler Events Ah Louis Store in San Luis Obispo. Shop the library online at SLOLibrary.org for books and to reserve items for pickup at 14 library locations.
A library card is free. Get started at SLOLibrary.org
Bob Jones Bike Trail in Avila Beach to be temporarily closed for routine maintenance
The San Luis Obispo County Public Works Department will begin maintenance work along the Bob Jones Bike Trail, a popular recreation trail in the Avila Beach area.
The repair work will temporarily close a portion of the Bob Jones Trail for a one-week period beginning Monday, Jan. 6 through Friday, Jan. 10. The closure will occur between Ontario Road and Blue Heron Drive and is necessary to complete essential maintenance work to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all trail users.
Please refer to the map at https:// www.slocounty.ca.gov/departments/ public-works/forms-documents/ press-releases/bob-jones-vicinity-map for exact location.
The planned repairs include restoring the pathway shoulders, clearing out accumulated sediment from drainage pipes, and replacing one drainage pipe that is damaged. These enhancements will improve the overall quality of the trail and prolong its usability for years to come.
The County of San Luis Obispo appreciates everyone’s patience and understanding as this important maintenance work is completed. The goal is to minimize disruption to users while ensuring the trail remains a safe and enjoyable asset for residents and visitors.
Signage will be posted ahead of and during the closure at key access points to notify trail users of the closure. Updates on the status of the project will be posted on the County of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation website noted below and social media outlets.
For more information visit slocounty. ca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/ department-news or contact Brian Wilder, parks superintendent with the Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 781-5930.
San Luis Obispo debuts SLO Restaurant Month
Get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure during the first-ever SLO Restaurant Month. The City of SLO is launching a month-long celebration of San Luis Obispo’s diverse and delicious culinary offerings, happening Wednesday, Jan. 1 through Friday, Jan. 31.
Participating restaurants have put together great deals for diners, with options at every price point from prixfixe menus to happy hour deals and discounted menu items, so there is something for everyone to enjoy, all month long.
“We’re thrilled to be launching SLO Restaurant Month, a chance to celebrate local flavors and support our vibrant culinary scene,” said Jacqui-Clark Charlesworth, Tourism & Community Promotions Manager for the City of SLO. “January is typically a slower month for restaurants, so choosing to dine out will help sustain small businesses and strengthen our community — one plate at a time.”
To further get the word out about the program and let businesses know how they can participate, the city again partnered with longtime local broadcaster Adam Montiel. Adam will be highlighting different participating restaurants and the ins and outs of their special menus each week all January long on his podcast, Up + Adam, as well as helping participating establishments craft their special menus.
“After the success of SLO Restaurant Week last January, I’m excited to support San Luis Obispo’s rich and vibrant culinary scene through SLO Restaurant Month,” said Adam Montiel, local broadcast personality and proud SLO Restaurant Month partner. “Hats off to the city for celebrating the hardworking restaurant owners and teams behind it all. I can’t wait to dive into these exclusive menus and highlight the incredible flavors that make SLO and its cuisine so unique.”
Gather your friends, family and foodie companions, and head to one of the participating eateries today. Your taste buds will thank you, not to mention your wallet, plus you’ll be supporting our local community at the same time.
For more information about SLO Restaurant Month and to find a list of all participating restaurants and their special menus, visit VisitSLO.com/ RestaurantMonth
CHP highlights new public safety laws for 2025
As the new year begins, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is spotlighting key public safety laws taking effect in 2025. Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, these measures address organized retail theft, fire-related crimes, vehicle regulations, and the safety of electric bicycles and autonomous vehicles.
Crackdown on Organized Retail Theft
Several bills reinforce California’s fight against organized retail crime. Senate Bill 982 (Wahab) permanently classifies organized retail theft as a crime, ensuring law enforcement retains long-term tools to combat theft rings.
Assembly Bill 1802 (Jones-Sawyer) similarly eliminates the expiration of the CHP’s Property Crimes Task Force, continuing its role indefinitely.
Sentencing enhancements under Senate Bill 1416 (Newman) target the
resale of stolen goods, with penalties scaling from one to four years based on property values between $50,000 and $3 million. Assembly Bill 1779 (Irwin) streamlines prosecution by allowing multiple county theft charges to be consolidated into one trial, reducing administrative barriers.
The California Retail Theft Reduction Act (AB 2943, Zbur) introduces harsher penalties for serial shoplifting, allowing aggregation of thefts over 90 days to qualify as grand theft. It enables law enforcement to arrest offenders based on video evidence and protects businesses reporting such crimes. Meanwhile, Assembly Bill 3209 (Berman) creates retail theft restraining orders, prohibiting convicted offenders from entering affected establishments. Strengthened Penalties for Fire-Related Crimes
Senate Bill 1242 (Min) amends state fire laws, updating penalties for unlawfully setting fires. The legislation clarifies arson-related offenses connected to retail theft, reinforcing California’s response to fire-related property crimes. Vehicle Impoundment and Speed Enforcement
New measures address dangerous driving behaviors and illegal speed contests. Assembly Bill 1978 (Sanchez) permits the storage of vehicles involved in speed contests or obstructing highways. Assembly Bill 2186 (Wallis) allows for the impoundment of vehicles engaged in speed exhibitions for up to 30 days.
Assembly Bill 2807 (Villapudua) formally defines “sideshows” and “street takeovers,” providing clearer legal grounds for law enforcement to address these disruptive events. Additionally, Assembly Bill 3085 (Gipson) authorizes the impoundment of vehicles involved in speed contests, allowing for electronic notification of impoundment.
Malibu is piloting automated speed enforcement with Senate Bill 1297 (Allen). This five-year program deploys speed cameras to capture and ticket violators, aiming to enhance road safety. Enhanced E-Bike and Mobility Device Safety Electric bicycles (e-bikes) and powered mobility devices face tighter regulations under Senate Bill 1271 (Min). Starting in 2026, these products must meet safety standards for batteries and components, with testing by accredited labs. Non-compliant devices will be banned from sale. Assembly Bill 1774 (Gipson) prohibits modifying e-bikes to exceed legal speed limits.
Local governments also gain new powers over e-bike use. Assembly Bill 1778 (Connolly) allows Marin County to restrict class 2 e-bikes for minors under 16, while Assembly Bill 2234 (Boerner) permits San Diego County to ban class 1 and 2 e-bikes for children under 12.
Autonomous Vehicle and License Plate Regulations Assembly Bill 1777 (Ting) mandates enhanced communication capabilities in autonomous vehicles (AVs) by 2026, ensuring AVs can interact with first responders. Law enforcement may issue traffic violation notices to AV manufacturers if their vehicles break traffic laws.
License plate regulations are tightening with Assembly Bill 2111 (Wallis), prohibiting any alteration to obstruct detection by toll agencies or law enforcement.
Data Sharing During Emergencies Assembly Bill 2645 (Lackey) facilitates quicker emergency responses by allowing toll agencies to share real-time license plate data with law enforcement during Amber and other alerts, bypassing the need for a search warrant.
Theft from Vehicles
Senate Bill 905 (Wiener) introduces new offenses for unlawful vehicle entry and automotive property theft. It criminalizes possession of stolen automotive property valued over $950 when intended for resale.
These new laws reflect California’s ongoing commitment to enhancing public safety, protecting businesses, and modernizing transportation regulations.
Harriet Galpin Hughes of Atascadero, California, died on January 4, 2025. Harriet was born on March 24, 1926, and grew up in Syracuse, New York. She attended Syracuse University earning a BA in 1947. She was a member of
Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She married Donald Hughes in 1947, and in 1958, the family moved to California, where Mr. Hughes had a teaching career. While there, Harriet was employed by the Kern County Library System, where she enjoyed her position as Children’s Librarian for fourteen years. During the summers, she visited famous children’s authors in their homes. Upon her retirement, Harriet and Donald relocated to the central coast, settling in Atascadero, California.
Harriet was baptized in the Episcopal Church in 1926 by her grandfather. As an adult, she served as a lay reader and chalice bearer at St. Andrews
Mary Catherine “Cathy” dePorra (nee Jenkins) passed away suddenly on December 18, 2024, at her home in Paso Robles. She was born November 1, 1951, in Pittsburgh, PA, to parents Dorothy and Joseph Jenkins.
deals with the whole issue of wolves and the impacts on our members,” Reardon said. “That’s what this recommendation is about.”
The new policy includes language stating that “local ordinances that affect agriculture should be designed to support the uses allowed on agricultural-zoned land.”
The policy also urges local governments to “actively enforce against activities that are not compliant with allowable uses on agricultural-zoned land.”
Delegates also approved updates to Farm Bureau’s policy on eminent domain. Prior Farm Bureau policy opposed government agencies and utilities purchasing “excess lands with the intent of reselling them.”
The updated policy maintains that stance while adding that in cases when excess land is purchased
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PRESCRIPTION [11550(A)HS], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 244507 DECEMBER 24, 2024
Episcopal Church, Taft, California; St. James Episcopal Church, Paso Robles, California; and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Atascadero, California. She was active locally in Loaves and Fishes and Meals on Wheels, as well as a poetry reading and Socrates group. She also taught a class in Children’s Literature at Allan Hancock College.
Harriet is preceded in death by her husband, Don, in 2015 and her daughter, Kirsten, in 1958. She is survived by her three children, Kevin Hughes (Nancy), Jenny Hughes (Judith), and Matthew Hughes (Linda); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a great, great-grandchild; and a niece.
Cathy grew up in Columbus, OH, then made Las Vegas home for years with husband Frank, working in the food/ beverage/service industry. They dreamed of retirement in Paso Robles, moving there in 2015. Both were socially engaged, never idle for long and soon desired part-time employment. Cathy was currently employed by Senso-
Interment will take place at a future date at Oakwood Cemetery in Syracuse, N.Y. While there are to be no public services locally, Harriet wishes her friends to know that she appreciates very much the associations and friendships which enriched her life in various ways.
“I shall not be imprisoned in that grave where you bury my body. I shall be diffused in great Nature, in the soil, in the air, in the sunshine, in the hearts of those who love me, in all the living and flowing currents of the world.” John Burroughs. The World of John Burroughs, Page 136. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Loaves and Fishes, Atascadero.
rio and La Migliore Italian Bakery.
Cathy was predeceased by her husband, Frank dePorra, and brother, Mark Jenkins, and is survived by brothers David Jenkins (and Karen) of Santa Clara, CA, Mike Jenkins (and Karen) of Livermore, CA, sister, Elizabeth Jenkins Camargo (and Robert) of Visalia, CA, and
by the government and ends up being “in excess of stated need or purpose,” the original landowner should have a “right of first refusal” to buy the land back for the price it was acquired for or its appraised value, whichever is less.
Should the original owner decline to buy it back, Farm Bureau’s new policy states, the land “should be offered to any private entity or individual.”
Farm Bureau also updated its crop insurance policy to align with new language from AFBF, which asserts that certain pest and disease impacts that affect California winegrapes should be included in federal crop insurance coverage.
The Grape Advisory Committee noted that the updated policy recommends better insurance coverage for circumstances unique to California grape growers, “including losses due to pests and diseases that are not currently covered by crop insurance.”
Farm Bureau delegates officially approved the
In Loving Remembrance of my daughter Debbie Albury. Daughter of Les Albury and Dorothy Albury, mom.
In Loving Memory
nieces and nephews.
She loved traveling with Frank, reading, gardening, home improvement projects, and keeping busy with her current jobs. Cathy was devoted to Frank, family, and friends and will be remembered for her kindness and positivity.
Memorial gathering to be scheduled in January.
addition of San Francisco Farm Bureau, which was established last year, to District 10, which also includes the Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and San Mateo county Farm Bureaus.
During last week’s Annual Meeting, California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass announced plans for the Commodity Advisory Committees to travel “up and down the state” next year, instead of meeting in Sacramento, to facilitate more participation from members in the policy development process.
“Grassroots movements are the backbone of our advocacy work,” Durheim said during the House of Delegates session. “They ensure that our policies and initiatives are grounded in the real-world experiences and needs of our members.”
The Farm Bureau COO added, “As we look to the future, let us remember that our strength lies in our unity and honoring our legacy and the power of new ideas.”
ING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR DUI
01:13 — Heron Ignaciogarcia, of Paso Robles was on view arrest at the Dry Creek Apts for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F) PC], Case no. 244508
02:56 — Jordan Udell, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Creston Rd and 13th St for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS… [148(A)(1)PC], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 244509
12:58 — Susan Quinn, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 2100 block of Riverside Ave for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no. 244513
18:30 — Isaac Abarca, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 500 block of Spring St for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no. 244516 v)H&S], BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 244526
18:08 — William Donahoe, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 24th St and Casa Blanca Ct for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI
ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B) VC], Case no. 244528
21:48 — Rene Bauer, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 800 block of Creston Rd for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A) VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 244531
21:30 — Adam Barnard, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on Spring St for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A) HS], POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A) H&S], Case no. 244530
22:47 — James Fuller, of Pismo Beach was on view arrest on the 1300 block of Creston Road for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F) PC], Case no. 244532
DECEMBER 26, 2024
03:30 — David Alvarez, of Atascadero was taken into custody on the 400 block of Spring St for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], Case no. 244534
18:40 — Elias Ayala, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1300 block of Creston Rd for DOMESTIC BATTERY [243(E)(1)PC], Case no. 244540
21:18 — Taylor Russel, of Atascadero was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Rd for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A)HS], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 244541
23:47 — Yordyn Barrerahernandez, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on 30th and Oak St for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS [23152(F)VC], Case no. 244545
DECEMBER 27, 2024
03:38 — Mark Hamilton, of Paso
Robles was on view arrest on the 1600 block of Vine Street for DRIV-
[14601.2(A)VC], Case no. 244546
09:33 — Albert Francis, of Paso
Robles was on view arrest on the 1200 block of 24th Street for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A)HS], Case no. 244548
09:59 — Michael Huhtala, of Paso
Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Niblick Rd and Spring St for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 244549 13:23 — Tanisha McDaniel, of Paso
Robles was on view arrest on the 2700 block of Black Oak Drive for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A) HS], POSSESS NARCOTIC CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S], Case no. 244551
17:56 — Jose Mariscal, of Paso
Robles was on view arrest on the 2100 block of Park St for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS… [148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 244554
DECEMBER 28, 2024
01:34 — Darren Lewellyn, of Paso
Robles was arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 244555
01:57 — Lee Porter, of Atascadero was on view arrest on the 500 block of Palm Ct for BENCH WARRANT
[978.5PC], Case no. 244556
20:25 — Emilee Grow, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 700 block of Experimental Station for DRIVING
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 244558
21:56 — Daniel Stainbrook, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 2800 block of Black Oak Dr for POSSES, OR USE TEAR GAS FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER THAN SELF-DEFENSE [22810(A)PC], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 244559 16:07 — Obed Garciaaguliar, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1500 block of Spring St for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B) VC], Case no. 244557
DECEMBER 29, 2024
22:10 — Celestino Floresmorales, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Creston Rd and Orchard Dr for DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR DUI [14601.2(A)VC], Case no. 244567
20:04 — Daniel Deluca, of Stockton was taken into custody on the 1300 block of 24th St for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no. 244566
ATASCADERO POLICE
DEPARTMENT
DECEMBER 23, 2024
11:00 — Jared Jamison, was arrested on the 7200 block of Parriza Ct for FALSE IDENTIFICATION TO POLICE
[148.9(A)PC], Case no. 242218
DECEMBER 25, 2024
02:55 — Jason Nogo, was arrested on the 5900 block of West Mall for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 242229
DECEMBER 26, 2024
17:44 — Eugene Kriewitz, was arrested on the 6200 block of Morro Rd for WARRANT/M, Case no. 242241 17:50 — Bryan Zucco, was arrested on the 6200 block of Morro Rd for POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], Case no. 242240
DECEMBER 28, 2024
17:11 — Travis Reeder, was arrested on the 900 block of El Camino Real for WARRANT/M, BURGLARY [459PC], Case no. 242236/242251 22:40 — Dalia Putnam, was arrested on the 6900 block of Morro Rd for WARRANT/M, Case no. 240551 22:40 — Veronica Paramo, was arrested on the 6900 block of Morro Rd for WARRANT/M, Case no. 242253
DECEMBER 29, 2024
19:38 — Ethan Watt, was arrested on El Camino Real and Santa Barbara Rd for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
DECEMBER 24, 2024 18:45 — Ashley Murphy, was arrested on the 9100 block of Arbol Del Rosal Way for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], Case no. 242228
CATHY DEPORRA 1951-2024
DEBBIE ALBURY In Loving Remembrance
HARRIET G. HUGHES 1926-2025
SUMMER LYNN WALLIN, 49, of Grover Beach passed away on December 9th 2024. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.
WILLIAM “BILL” WEITKAMP, JR. 85, of Arroyo Grande passed away on December 18th 2024. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.
DEATHS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JAN 18-19
JANUARY EVENTS
JAN 18
ART FOR PAWS
Studios on the Park
12-4pm
Studios on the Park and Woods Humane Society present “Art For Paws,” celebrating art and animals with interactive activities.
HOW TO ACTUALLY DRUM CRASH COURSE
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
6907 El Camino Real Ste A
1-2:30 pm
Presented by Meowface Music, come see Sam Rabourn, the 2002 Drum Corps International World Champ and CA credentialed music educator, to teach you how to drum. Tickets are $20. Kids under 8 free. To register
visit, meowfacemusic.com
JAN 20
MARTIN LUTHER KING
CELEBRATION
Paso Robles City Park
12 p.m.
Join us for a community walk/ march at Robbins Field at noon, followed by a program in City Park from 1 to 3 p.m. Heavy rain cancels the march.
JAN 31
MOTHER SON DANCE!
Pavilion on the Lake
7–9 p.m.
Sons are special and this is a fun event to enjoy with Moms, aunts, grandmothers or anyone with a special lad is invited to spend a semiformal evening!
FEBRUARY EVENTS
FEB 7
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE! (AGES 11 AND UNDER)
Pavilion on the Lake 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Show her how special she really is ... Fathers, uncles, grandfathers, or anyone with a special girl is invited to spend a semiformal evening!
FEB 8
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE! (12 & UP)
Pavilion on the Lake 7–10 p.m.
Show her how special she really is ... Fathers, uncles, grandfathers, or anyone with a special girl is invited to spend a semiformal evening!
WINTER WINE WALK
Downtown Paso Robles 2-5pm
Come meander around Downtown Paso on a lovely Winter evening, stopping in at 15 wineries. Experience a new version of sipping, snacking and strolling around downtown. For more information, visit my805tix. com/e/downtown-wine-district-fall-wine-walk-2
FEB 14
SWEETHEART SIP & SHOP! 5–8 p.m.
Tickets include a wine glass and over 15 different tasting spots at merchant locations downtown. Brought to you by the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce. For more info: atascaderochamber.org
FEB 16
VALENTINE MOVIE
NIGHT
Park Cinemas, Paso Robles 7-9 p.m.
Get ready for a screening of the timeless romance “For The First Time” from 1959. For more information, call the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street office at (805) 238-4103 or get your tickets at parkcinemas.com
FEB 20-23
BLENDFEST ON THE COAST
San Simeon and Cambria Daily
Experience a taste of Paso Robles Wine Country on the beautiful California coast.
Photos by Rick Evans
Photos by Camille DeVaul
CALIFORNIA
Devastating wildfires ravage Los Angeles County
By HAYLEY MATTSON Publisher
Arapidly spreading wildfire, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, erupted in Pacific Palisades on Tuesday, Jan. 7, and has since engulfed thousands of acres, forcing widespread evacuations and drawing a massive firefighting response. The Palisades Fire began near the 1100 block of North Piedra Morada Drive and quickly expanded, prompting immediate evacuation orders for approximately 27,000 residents across Pacific Palisades, Malibu’s Sunset Mesa neighborhood, and Las Flores Canyon.
The blaze ignited during extreme fire conditions, with the National Weather Service issuing red flag warnings for the region. Damaging wind gusts ranging from 50 to 80 mph, and up to 100 mph in mountainous areas, created a “life-threatening, destructive” environment. The combination of fierce winds and dry brush caused the fire to grow exponentially, complicating containment efforts. Within just 90 minutes of its ignition, the fire had scorched 200 acres, eventually ballooning to 772 acres by late morning and later surpassing 2,925 acres.
Emergency responders faced significant challenges as evacuation zones expanded from the hills of Pacific Palisades to Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). In the Palisades Highlands area, residents scrambled to escape as flames approached, leading to gridlocked traffic on Palisades Drive. Some residents abandoned their vehicles and fled on foot. A bulldozer was deployed
to clear abandoned cars, creating a path for fire engines and rescue teams.
By late morning, evacuation orders extended westward to Topanga Canyon, Malibu, and Las Flores Canyon. Majorroutes, including Sunset Boulevard and PCH, were closed to facilitate evacuations and allow emergency services unimpeded access. Schools in Malibu closed preemptively to protect students and staff.
To support displaced residents, emergency shelters were set up, including the Westwood Recreation Center in Los Angeles, which also accommodated small animals. Additional facilities included the Agoura Animal Care Center for small pets and Pierce College Equestrian Center in Woodland Hills for large animals.
The fire’s swift advance destroyed numerous structures and threatened iconic landmarks. Among the losses was the Reel Inn, a beloved seafood restaurant along PCH known for its
fresh fish and laid-back atmosphere.
The Getty Villa Art Museum, located near the fire’s path, implemented robust fire prevention measures, including on-site water storage and advanced air handling systems to protect its art collection and archives. Katherine E. Fleming, President and CEO of the Getty Trust, confirmed the safety of the museum’s staff and collection.
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), supported by regional agencies, deployed hundreds of firefighters and air resources to battle the blaze. As of Wednesday morning, the Palisades Fire remained only partially contained. Firefighters reported extreme fire behavior, including short- and longrange spotting, driven by wind gusts up to 60 mph. Cal Fire’s Incident Management Team II was activated to assist in the response.
The Palisades Fire currently at 5,000 plus acres burned and 0% containment is only one of several wildfires raging
across Los Angeles County. The Eaton Fire has burned 2, acres, destroying multiple structures, while the Hurst Fire spread rapidly across 505 acres. The smaller Woodley Fire, at 75 acres, posed a significant threat of crossing Burbank Boulevard. Each of these fires was driven by the same dangerous combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and relentless winds.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California secured federal resources to assist in battling the Palisades Fire. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) to reimburse 75% of eligible fire suppression costs. Governor Newsom also highlighted the prepositioning of firefighting resources, including 65 fire engines and over 120 personnel, ahead of the fire’s outbreak.
President Joe Biden canceled a planned visit to Riverside County to
focus on the emergency. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass described the conditions as “very dangerous” and urged residents to follow evacuation orders and remain vigilant.
Nearly 17,000 Los Angeles County residents experienced power outages due to the fire. The community response, however, has been remarkable. Neighbors opened their homes to evacuees and provided temporary shelter. Despite the overwhelming support, the devastation is palpable, with many families facing the loss of homes and property.
Firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the flames, but the situation remains fluid. Officials warn that the combination of strong winds and dry vegetation could lead to further fire activity. Residents are urged to stay informed through credible sources, including the LA City Fire Department’s website, for updates on shelter availability and evacuation orders.
Cal Fire has launched investigations into the causes of all active fires, though no conclusions have been drawn as of this writing. Local officials emphasize the importance of adhering to safety protocols and evacuation orders to ensure public safety. With high wind conditions expected to persist through Thursday evening, firefighters face an uphill battle to protect communities and infrastructure. Recovery efforts will likely take months, with rebuilding and healing the community requiring extensive resources and cooperation.
This is a developing story. For ongoing updates and resources, visit malibutimes.com. The Malibu Times is a sister publication to Paso Robles Press and Atascadero News.
Santa Ana winds intensify fire’s spread, prompting mass
A fast-moving wildfire, driven by strong Santa Ana winds, broke out in Pacific Palisades on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Firefighters raced to contain the blaze as residents evacuated to protect their lives. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT
Hambly Farms awarded CDFA Pollinator Habitat Sustainability Grant
Grant will provide crucial resources to enhance Hambly Farm’s environmental stewardship
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SAN MIGUEL — Hambly Farms has been awarded a sustainability grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). This grant is part of CDFA’s Pollinator Habitat Program, which works directly with farmers and ranchers to install habitats and implement management practices that support pollinators.
Hambly Farms, located in San Miguel, is an award-winning lavender farm known for its eco-friendly practices and high-quality, pesticide-free lavender products. From field to final product, Hambly Farms is dedicated to sustainability, craftsmanship, and community.
As a SLOCAL lavender farm committed to eco-friendly practices, Hambly Farms has always prioritized sustainability and is thrilled to contribute to its protection and proliferation. The Pollinator Habitat Program’s primary objective is to support pollinators by providing floral resources, host
plants, and another suitable habitat. This will provide crucial resources to enhance Hambly Farm’s environmental stewardship. Pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, play a vital role in supporting agriculture and maintaining ecological balance.
“This grant underscores our dedication to sustainability,” said Gina Hambly of Hambly Farms. “By enhancing our farm with pollinator-friendly habitats, we aim to create a thriving environment for these essential species while supporting our lavender cultivation efforts.”
The grant will enable Hambly Farms to implement extensive plantings and habitat installations throughout 2025 and 2026. Visitors to the farm this summer will have the opportunity to witness these exciting new additions and learn more about the importance of pollinators in agriculture.
Hambly Farms plans to open for the season on May 11 this year and invites you to experience the beauty and sustainability of the farm’s lavender fields while exploring the innovative ways it is supporting pollinators. From new plantings to educational opportunities, 2025 promises to be a transformative year for the farm. For more information about Hambly Farms and their Lavender & Pollinator Habitat Program, or to schedule a visit, go to HamblyFarms.com
Paso Wine Fest returns with exclusive locals-only deal
SLO County residents can snag $99 tickets until Feb. 28
PASO ROBLES — Paso Robles Wine Country’s premier celebration, Paso Wine Fest, returns May 15-18, and you can take advantage of the exclusive Locals Only tickets at a special price. On sale now through Friday, Feb. 28, locals enjoy discounted General Admission tickets for the Grand Tasting on Saturday, May 17, for $99. This significant savings is only for SLO County residents. Visit pasowine. com/winefest/ to learn more.
Locals Only tickets are available for purchase in person only at the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance and the San Luis Obispo
Chamber of Commerce, making it an exclusive opportunity to support local and experience Paso Wine Fest like never before. Proof of residency is required (a driver’s license or ID with a San Luis Obispo County address).
The Paso Wine Fest Grand Tasting is the ultimate gathering of over 100 of Paso Robles’ top wineries, all in one place. From 12 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, attendees will enjoy: Unique tastings under the shade of high, open-aired tents where Paso winemakers share their tastes and unique personalities. Immersive and artistic brand experiences that showcase the creativity of the wineries.
• Complimentary culinary bites from the region’s best chefs and caterers to pair with exceptional wines.
• Local distilled spirits and brews, as well as live entertainment to keep the vibe going strong. With this many wineries and experiences, all captured at the Paso Robles Event Center, Paso Wine Fest is the must-attend event of the year for local wine lovers. Locals can secure their attendance for the Grand Tasting for only $99. This offer is valid from now through Feb. 28, exclusively for residents of San Luis Obispo County. Tickets can only be purchased in person at the following locations: Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance (1314 Spring St., Paso Robles)
• San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce (895 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo) Proof of residency is required at the time of purchase. This includes
a driver’s license or ID with a San Luis Obispo County address. Don’t miss out — this price won’t last as the offer expires on Feb. 28.
Hours of operation:
Paso Robles Wine County Alliance
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
• Sunday-Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Act now – prices will increase Locals Only: $99 (Deadline Feb. 28)
• Spring Pricing: $165 (March 1 to April 30)
• General Admission: $175 (May 1 to 17) Paso Wine Fest offers a full
Paso Robles MLK celebration set for Jan. 20
City has been celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. since 1990
By CAMILLE DEVAUL
PASO ROBLES — In 1963 on the 28th of August, Dr. Martin Luther King delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. In the speech, King drew directly on the promises made in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution to call for civil rights and an end to racism.
“When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”
The City of Paso Robles has been celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. since 1990 with an annual, community event. Over the years it has evolved to include local music, acting and dance groups, student performances, essay and art contests, and keynote speakers.
City of Paso Robles Recreation Services Manager Lynda Plescia told Paso Robles Press, “We’re looking forward to this year’s celebration as an opportunity for our community to
come together in unity, honoring Dr. King’s legacy of justice, equality, and nonviolence.” Lynda and her team have received approval from the city to host the event annually in City Park on the actual holiday. This year, on Jan. 20, the nation will be celebrating the 96th birthday of MLK. To celebrate, the commu -
nity is invited to come together for a Unity March starting at Robbins Field to City Park at noon followed by a full program starting at 1 p.m. with the theme “Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy.”
As part of the celebration, Lynda and her team are working with the Paso Robles
weekend of festivities, including winery-hosted dinners, concerts, yoga, vineyard tours, and more. Mark your calendar for May 15-18 and get ready to make lasting memories. For tickets and a full schedule of events, visit pasowine. com
About Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance is the official trade and marketing organization that represents wineries, growers, and businesses in the Paso Robles American Viticultural Area. Centrally located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, along California’s Central Coast, Paso Robles Wine Country encompasses more than 40,000 vineyard acres and 200 wineries. For more information, visit pasowine.com
History Museum and Historical Society to hold an exhibit centered around MLK with works of art collected through the city’s Martin Luther King Jr. 2025 Art Contest. The city invited all students in grades seven through 12 to submit works of art that emulate this year’s theme. Winning artworks will be honored at the Paso Robles’ Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on then on display at the museum.
While the city’s celebration has evolved throughout the year’s the mission of the day has remained the same — honor MLK and his message.
Lynda credits Lovella Walker for playing a large role in getting the City’s MLK Celebration started back in 1990 when Lovella and her husband moved to the area.
“Lovella Walker [continues] to be a significant part of this event and is still coordinating the program this year,” Lynda adds. Moving forward, the City has exciting plans to expand the celebration.
“We’re excited about our plans going forward. After the event concludes this year, we’re planning to invite community members to join us in working on a committee to expand our celebration of this holiday,” Lynda says. Come together for a community walk on Monday, Jan. 20, at Robbins Field at noon, followed by a program in City Park from 1 to 3 p.m. Please note that heavy rain will cancel the march. To learn more, visit prcity.com/983/Martin-Luther-King-JrCelebration
Community members participate in the Paso Robles Martin Luther King Jr. Unity March in January 2024, honoring Dr. King’s legacy of justice and equality. Photo by Camille DeVaul
Milton and Gina Hambly are shown at their farm in San Miguel. Photo by Lindsay Kayla Photo
Studios on the Park and Woods Humane Society team up for ‘Art
For Paws’
Exhibit will feature animalinspired 2D and 3D art created by 47 artists
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PASO ROBLES — Studios on the Park will host a collaborative event with Woods Humane Society called “Art For Paws” on Saturday, Jan. 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will be held in conjunction with their “Walk Like An Animal” exhibition, which features animal-inspired 2D
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and 3D art created by 47 artists, including students from Paso Robles High School.
This free community event will include pet caricatures by local artist Savannah Reifers (free with a donation to Woods), a dog-toy making station, samples from Ziggy’s plant-based eatery, refreshing cider from Tin City Cider, and an opportunity to enter to win a custom pet portrait by Savannah Reifers, with proceeds benefiting two beloved community nonprofits: Woods Humane Society and Studios on the Park.
“This event embodies our shared passion for art and animals,” said Emma Henson, administrative coordinator at Studios on the Park. “We’re excited to partner with Woods to bring the community together for a fun-filled afternoon celebrating the amazing work they do for animals in need.”
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“Art For Paws” will be held on Saturday, Jan. 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Studios on the Park. For more information on this event, visit studiosonthepark.org/events/art-for-paws/ Studios on the Park (Studios) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a creative, educational, and transformational experience to enhance understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. Studios on the Park realizes its commitment by making the creative process available to the public. Studios engages and inspires the San Luis Obispo County community and its visitors with a unique open studio environment. Studios features artists working in a variety of media, educational programs for children and adults, and quality exhibitions by regional, national and international
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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: lighthouseatascadero.org
ALF Food Pantry
OUR MISSION: ALF Food Pantry is dedicated to providing nutritious groceries to the food-insecure residents of the communities we serve. ALF Food Pantry (formerly known as Atascadero Loaves and Fishes) is celebrating 40 years of service to our community, providing groceries to families and individuals. The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce honored ALF as the 2024 Community Organization of the Year. With an all-volunteer workforce, we distributed nearly 600,000 pounds of food in 2023, the equivalent of 360,000 meals. We provide quality fresh and shelf-stable ingredients to food-insecure people in Atascadero, Templeton, Santa Margarita, Creston, and California Valley. Clients have increased by 20% each year since 2020 and food costs are dramatically higher.
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Donations: We need your help to allow us to continue our vital work. Donate today using our QR code or mail a check to ALF Food Pantry, 5411 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422.
United Way of San Luis Obispo County
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CONTACT INFO Operation Surf 80 San Francisco St. Avila Beach, CA (805) 544-7873 info@operationsurf.org operationsurf.org
CONTACT INFO 6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3751 redwingshorse sanctuary.org
United Way of San Luis Obispo County’s programs deliver the education and resources that can help families succeed, in the present and for the next generation. Our work is centered on three impact areas that give people the best start for a successful life: Early Childhood Education, Family Financial Stability and Community Strengthening. Please join us! Together we can do our part to make a stronger community in SLO County that benefits us all.
DONATE: Invest in lasting change through a charitable donation at unitedwayslo.org/donate
VOLUNTEER: Find a volunteer opportunity that fits you at unitedwayslo.org/volunteer
TREE OF LIFE Pregnancy Care Center
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Tree of Life has been helping women and families in our community for over 39 years. All services are FREE and confidential. Women facing pregnancy decisions can find compassion, hope, positive options, and practical help from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our goal is to provide resources to assist a woman in choosing life for her baby and then to parent or place for adoption. We also offer compassionate help for women struggling with the mental and emotional effects of a previous abortion. Donations: We’re grateful that all of our support comes from generous individuals here in our community.
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. Support 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. Cash donations always welcome!
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Call (805) 237-3870 for information
Operation Surf
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Our mission is to channel the healing powers of the ocean to restore hope, renew purpose, and revitalize community. Operation Surf’s curriculum-based programs aim to inspire injured military and veterans to seek wellness in all aspects of their lives while providing the necessary resources, tools, and peer-to-peer support to continue this mindset indefinitely. By staying true to our core values of care, inclusion, commitment, integrity, and communication, we change participants’ lives – one wave at a time. Local Veteran Opportunities: OS3- Three Month Surf Program Application is Open! Apply via the website www.operationsurf.org OS3 is a three-month, locally-focused program that provides veterans with an opportunity to bond through surfing, keep each other motivated, and move forward in life with a new perspective. Focused on four key pillars of mentorship, unity, family, and the peace of surfing, Operation Surf inspires to make lasting change in the lives of our community.
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.
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1516 El Camino Real, Atascadero, Ca 93422 805-466-3557 www.elks2733.org
ATASCADERO LODGE NO. 2733 Since 1987, the Atascadero Elks have contributed over $1,000,000 to local community-based programs, non-profits, youth groups, local sports teams, programs for handicapped and needy children, patriotic programs, veterans’ programs and many, many community activities. Our mission as Elks is to inculcate the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize our belief in God; to promote the welfare of our community; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism; and
Studios on the Park’s “Art for Paws” show is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 18, to coincide with their “Walk Like An Animal” exhibition. Photo provided by Studios on the Park
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Sale Date: February 4, 2025 Sale Time: 11:00 AM Sale Location: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 2 File No.:24-08353CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2813 Santa Barbara Avenue, Cayucos (Unincorporated Area), CA 93430. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $576,300.18 (Estimated) as of . Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.
NOTICE TO POTENTIAL
BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the
sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (916) 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting. com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 24-08353CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase.
First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916) 9390772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 24-08353CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.
Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.
3 File No.:24-08353CA If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. For Pre Sale Information Log On To: www. nationwideposting.com or Call: (916) 939-0772. For Post Sale Results please visit www.affiniadefault. com or Call (866) 9320360 Dated: December 6, 2024 By: Omar Solorzano Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452 NPP0468552 To: ATASCADERO NEWS
01/02/2025, 01/09/2025, 01/16/2025 LEGAL CM 2
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS SAN MIGUEL COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT WATER, SEWER, STREETLIGHTING MASTER PLAN UPDATE
The San Miguel Community Services District (District) has prepared this Request for Qualifications/ Proposals (RFQ/P) for an update to the 2020 Water, Sewer and Streetlighting Masterplan.
Proposal Due Date: January 31st, 2025, 12 p.m. local time. Any proposals received after this date/ time will be returned to the proposer un-opened. It shall be the proposers’ responsibility to verify and confirm receipt of the proposals by the specified due date and time.
Proposal Delivery Location: 1765 Bonita Place, San Miguel, CA 93451 or via USPS at PO Box 180, San Miguel, CA 93451. To safeguard against pre-mature opening, all proposals shall be in sealed envelopes/containers, with a label containing proposal title, proposer’s name, and proposal due date and time.
Number of Copies of Proposal to be Provided: 2 hard copies delivered to the address above, one electronic copy in PDF format delivered via email to kelly.dodds@ sanmiguelcsd.org. The electronic copy shall include a complete copy of the Proposal, EXCLUDING PROPOSED FEES.
Contact: Kelly Dodds, General Manager, San Miguel Community Services District, kelly.dodds@ sanmiguelcsd.org, (805) 467-3388 for details and information regarding this RFQ/P and proposal requirements. Firms must notify Kelly Dodds via email of their intent to propose in order to receive any addenda or response to question.
Information at: https:// www.sanmiguelcsd.org/ rfp-bid-opportunities LEGAL CM 4
PUBLIC NOTICE Title Order No.: 95530049
Trustee Sale No.: 87626
Loan No.: MP#2 APN: 015021-023 // 015-041-056 // 015-041-057 // 015-041058 // 015- 041-059 // 015-021-022 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/1/2019 . UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/28/2025 at 11:00 AM, CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 5/23/2019 as Instrument No. 2019019317 in book N/A, page N/A of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, exe-
cuted by: ESTRELLA RANCH
PARTNERS, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Trustor MURRAY PASTERNACK AND ANNE PASTERNACK, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 100.000% INTEREST , as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: See Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto And Made A Part Hereof. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5165 ESTRELLA ROAD PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 “VACANT LAND. DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED BY WRITTEN REQUEST SUBMITTED TO THE BENEFICIARY WITHIN 10 DAYS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE AT THE FOLLOWING
ADDRESS: BENEFICIARY, C/O CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, ATTN: PATRICIO S. INCE’, 8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808.”. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $4,762,968.47 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election of Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.
DATE: 12/23/2024 CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS,
AS TRUSTEE, as Trustee
8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808
PHONE: 714-283-2180 FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION LOG ON TO: www. stoxposting.com CALL: 844-477-7869 PATRICIO S. INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALIST IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. “NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid on a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of the outstanding lien that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 844-477-7869, or visit this internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 87626. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.” For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the
trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 4777869, or visit this internet website www.STOXPOSTING.com, using the file number assigned to this case 87626 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. TS# 87626 / APN: 015-021023 // 015-041-056 // 015-041-057 // 015-041058 // 015-041-059 // 015-021-022 LEGAL DESCRIPTION EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL 1: PARCEL 1 AND THAT PORTION OF PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP CO-76526, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 1978 IN BOOK 26, PAGE 83 OF PARCEL MAPS SHOWN AS PARCEL B ON THAT CERTAIN RECORD OF SURVEY OF THE ADJUSTED LINES OF PARCELS 1 AND 3 OF SAID PARCEL MAP CO-76526. SAID RECORD OF SURVEY WAS RECORDED APRIL 16, 1980 IN BOOK 37, PAGE 87 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ANY PORTIONS THEREOF LYING WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF ESTRELLA ROAD (COUNTY ROAD NO. 26). ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM 1/2 OF THE MINERAL, GAS, HYDROCARBON AND PETROLEUM RIGHTS AS RESERVED BY RUTH SHIPE IN DEED DATED DECEMBER 6, 1963 AND FILED FOR RECORD DECEMBER 6, 1963 IN BOOK 1273, PAGE 421 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 2: THAT PORTION OF PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP CO-76-526, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 1978 IN BOOK 26, PAGE 83 OF PARCEL MAPS, SHOWN AS PARCEL A ON THAT CERTAIN RECORD OF SURVEY MAP OF THE ADJUSTED LINES OF PARCELS 1 AND 3 OF SAID PARCEL MAP CO76-526. SAID RECORD OF SURVEY WAS RECORDED APRIL 16, 1980 IN BOOK 37, PAGE 87 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ANY PORTIONS THEREOF LYING WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF ESTRELLA ROAD (COUNTY ROAD NO. 26). ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM 1/2 OF THE MINERAL, GAS, HY-
DROCARBON AND PETROLEUM RIGHTS AS RESERVED BY RUTH SHIPE IN DEED DATED DECEMBER 6, 1963 AND FILED FOR RECORD DECEMBER 6, 1963 IN BOOK 1273, PAGE 421 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. LEGAL CM 5
Escrow No. 24-94925-TD NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Notice pursuant to UCC Sec. 6105) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address of the seller are: LUCKY DOG PET RESORTS, INC., a California corporation, 526 North Oakglen Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444 Doing business as: LUCKY DOG PET RESORT All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the
and
526 North
cated
glen Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of COMMERCE ESCROW, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Escrow No. 2494925-TD, Escrow Officer: TINA DEBOW and the anticipated sale date is on or after January 28, 2025 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. (If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided.)
The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is TINA DEBOW, SEO, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Escrow No. 24-94925-TD and the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be January 27, 2025, which is the business day before the anticipated sale date specified above. Dated December 17, 2024 PREMIER PET VENTURES INC, a California corporation By: BRENT STOFER, Title: Director, Buyer(s) CN112958 24-94925-TD Jan 9, 2025 LEGAL CM 6
NOTICE Wehereby give notice that the goods in the following units and
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 Center for Spiritual Living
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) 391-4465. awakeningways.org
St. William’s Catholic Church 6410 Santa Lucia Road, Atascadero, CA (805) 466-0849 www. stwilliams.org Weekday Masses : 10:30 AM Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30 PM Sunday Masses: 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM Spanish 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.
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 YouTube @Hope Lutheran Church Atascadero. Sunday School for all ages follows worship. Learn more at ourhopelutheran.net. 8005 San Gabriel Rd. Atascadero. 805-461-0430. office@ourhopelutheran.net. Pastor Aaron Smith. 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.
TEMPLETON HILLS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
God is love. We exist to know and share that love in practical ways. Join us for worship Saturdays at 11am. 930 Templeton Hills Rd, Templeton. For more info: https://templetonhills.adventistfaith.org/
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.
ATASCADERO FOURSQUARE CHURCH–FATHER’S HOUSE
2100 Ramona Road. Sunday service at 10am. Will & Lori Barrow, Pastors; (805) 466-3191; fathershouseafc.com
ABIDE CALVARY ATASCADERO
4500 El Camino Ave (Downstairs, Rear Parking Lot) // info@abideatascadero. org. Sunday Service at 9am, Children’s Ministry provided for ages 2yrs–6th grade. Pastors Chris Vanoli & Ben Eisenman // Love God, Love Others // Abiding closely with Jesus and teaching others to do the same.
THE REVIVAL CENTER
A division of Alpha Beth Ministries; 3850 Ramada Drive (corner of Ramada and Cow Meadow), Paso Robles; 805-434-5170; Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz; a charismatic non-denominational fellowship; Reaching People, Building Homes; Sundays 10am, Wednesday 7pm; alphabeth@tcsn.net, www.alphabeth.org; Instagram @the_ revival_center
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF ATASCADERO, UCC 5850 Rosario Ave. Service 10 a.m. (in person and on Zoom) Pastor Heather Branton (805) 466-9108 atascaderoucc.org
ST. ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH
820 Creston Road., Paso Robles; (805) 238-2218- Parish Office open Mon-Fri 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; website: www.saintrosechurch.org; Mass times; Daily Mass- 8:30 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Tues. 7 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Spanish Mass at 1 p.m. & 6 p.m. Father Rodolfo Contreras.
SANTA MARGARITA DE CORTONA CATHOLIC CHURCH
22515 “H” St, Santa Margarita (805)438-5383 Parish Office
hours:Wed-Thur 9am-12pm Mass Times: Saturday Vigil Mass:5pm Sunday:10am Wed-Fri 10am Adoration Wed following Mass Confessions: Saturday 4pm and Sunday 9am
RESURRECTION ECUMENICAL MINISTRY
offers an interdenominational communion service each Wednesday evening at 7:00, beginning January 22. Please join us at 9005 Santa Lucia in Atascadero. For more information call or text Rev. Dr. Cynthia Gaw at (828) 406-7253 .
CONGREGATION OHR TZAFON"THE NORTHERN LIGHT"
Located at 2605 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. Friday Night Service 6:30 pm 805-466-0329 congregationohrtzafon.org
Be included in the Atascadero News & Paso Robles Press Worship Directory for an entire year at $175
There’s no doubt it’s winter. It hit 36 degrees here at our place the other night and it was “burry cold” as little people say it. With the cold weather, all I can think of for lunch or dinner is soup or stew, and I’ve been watching for new recipes. Here are a few that are sure to stave off the chill.
And by the way, these soups might make a great menu for the Super Bowl LIX (59) on Feb. 9, when the two final teams in the playoffs will face off at the Superdome in New Orleans. Start planning your menu now!
Tomato-and-Red Pepper
Soup
Ingredients:
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
• 1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained
• 1/4 cup half-and-half
1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
I’ve always wondered, when does a town become a city?
Is there a magic number like 10,000 or 100,000? I may not know when a town becomes a city, but I darn sure know when I’m in one. I start getting the heebie-jeebies at anything over 30,000 people and I left San Diego one time at 3 a.m. because I couldn’t take it any longer. I don’t know if it’s the noise or the way that people like to congregate in crowds. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “A New York minute?” That’s how long I can stand to be in the Big Bad Apple. I was born in a “hospital” with three or four beds in the town I was raised in. The sign at the edge of town said we were the “Citrus Capital of the World” and that the population was 10,000, both of which were out-and-out lies. They must have been counting
2025! Healing wants to be manifested. New jobs and careers are going to open up. I believe bad and broken relationships will be mended. Your anger and disappointment with God will come to an end. Many of you will return to the call of God on your life. You will find out that God loves you with everlasting love. No matter what you have done, God is not mad at you. He is mad about you. You are still His favorite child. You need to know that someone very close to you has been praying for your blessings. I urge you
Super Bowl soups
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, peeled
Directions:
Process all ingredients and 1/4 cup water in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Transfer mixture to a medium-size saucepan, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, 8 minutes or until hot. Serves 4 to 6. Note: Serve this soup with bowls of toppings such as cheesy croutons, shredded Monterey Jack, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
Carrot-Apple Soup
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped (about 8 large)
• 3 tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled and chopped (about 1 pound)
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 cups cream
1 1/2 unsalted chicken cooking stock
1 1/4 cups apple cider
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 freshly ground black pepper Sour cream and diced red or green apple for garnish
Directions: Bring all ingredients to a boil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 50 to 60 minutes or until carrots are tender. Remove from heat, and cool 15 minutes. Remove thyme sprigs. Process soup, in batches, in a blender or food processor until smooth. For a thinner soup, stir in more broth, 1 tablespoon at a time. Makes 7 cups
This next recipe makes about 4 quarts, making it a perfect soup for “game-day”. The use of convenience foods makes it easy to prepare and the Tex-Mex flavor will hit the spot!
the influx of braceros who came to pick our fruit every year. We lived at the edge of town on one acre and the street in front of our house was the city limits. Speed one way going down the street and a policeman would give you a ticket and on the other side it would be a sheriff. We had a volunteer fire department where both my grandfather and great-grandfather were the chief. My great-grandfather was even mayor but that was based solely on the fact that he gave out huge 6-inch Milky Way bars to young kids on Halloween who grew up to become voters. The train went through our town but it didn’t stop unless it hit a car or a cow. We did have a motel but it had threadbare carpet, cardboard walls and the occasional mouse. For every year but a couple I’ve lived in small towns and from that experience I’ve learned that there are many things you won’t find in a typical town. For instance, I’ve lived at my current residence for 40 years and in all that time we’ve never had parking meters, one-way streets, a metro area, a high school, neither
a new or used car lot, a mortician, dermatologist, an Olive Garden nor any other chain restaurant. But we do have a great Mexican food joint that serves our needs quite nicely. We don’t have a museum or a mausoleum or a place to buy clothes except the hardware store. We did have a barber shortage until recently when a brave soul opened one. And our church-to-bar ratio is about one to one, which seems to be the standard against which all towns are measured. My mom went to church while my father hung out in bars.
I got a cowboy job straight out of college and lived outside one of my favorite burgs that I loved because it had about three cows for every permanent resident. It would have been what you call a “one stoplight town” except it didn’t have one. It did have a small grocery store, a cemetery but no hospital or urgent care, (which might explain the need for a cemetery). It’s never had a Starbucks but it did have a laundromat where I could wash my cowy clothes and pity the person who came after me. You could
Mad about you
to just let God bring you peace and restoration this year. I often use these letters to explain my life: PBPWMGINFWMY — Please Be Patient With Me God Is Not Finished With Me Yet. I know that at 71-years-old, I am still a work in progress. I am striving to walk in the plan of God for my life. For someone who is reading this with skepticism, my life — like yours — has been really hard. I am convinced that those who have endured the battle and the hard things are positioned to the most victorious life. My friend, you are still standing. This life which we live has only one pathway to eternity. Check this out — you have made it through! Why? Because you are tough, and God the Father is not done with you yet. There is still untapped power flowing
8 (6-inch) fajita-size corn tortillas, cut into 1/2 -inch strips and halved
• Kosher salt • Shredded cheese for garnish
Directions: Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high. Add onions and peppers, and saute 6 to 7 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, and saute 1 minute. Stir in diced tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup and cream of chicken soup; combine thoroughly. Stir in broth and next four ingredients. Increase heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in tortilla strips, and simmer 2 more minutes. Add salt to taste. Makes about 4 quarts.
Note: Serve from a crock-pot set on warm. Offer shredded cheese, chopped fresh cilantro and sour cream as garnishes.
Barbie Butz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at bbutz1@outlook.com
order a pizza from Dominos but it would take an hour to get your pizza, which was about the same time it took for an ambulance to arrive. The town still doesn’t have a Subway, either the kind you ride or order a sandwich. It doesn’t have an airport or a single skyscraper and the only elevator in town is the kind that holds grain, not suits holding briefcases. In my opinion there are a few minimum necessities to even be called a town. You should have at least one gas station that sells both gas and diesel, a drugstore where you can fill a prescription and at least one bank preferably with the words “Mechanics” or “Farmers” in its name. It should also have a 4-H group and some folks who know what the letters FFA used to stand for. If you live someplace with absolutely none of these symptoms of civilization you reside in either the country or in Heaven ... but I repeat myself.
Lee Pitts is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email them at leepitts@leepittsbooks.com.
through your veins. Can you imagine what will take place in you the very moment that you yield to the Creator?
I recently asked this question to a group I was speaking to, “Why are you alive in 2025?”
I submit to you that you and I are still here to fulfill a divine purpose. I don’t want a single one of us to leave this earth without fulfilling God’s master plan of faith. When I mention faith, I am not talking about your religion. I am reminding you that God has deposited faith in each of us (Romans 12:3). This faith is the ability to believe that God is sovereign and the ability to believe that He is not against His creation. I want you to tap into the supernatural belief in God and of God. Take your 2025 life and breathe into it some faith-filled Word. Faith-filled Word will
put you over. Fear-filled words will put you under. Words are the most powerful things in the universe. The worlds were established on the Word of God. Everything is sustained by the Word of God. Hebrews 11:3 tells us, “Through faith we understand that worlds were framed by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made by the things which do appear.”
So, what has happened in the past few minutes? You have read and heard the Word of God; thus, the Word of God is operable in you. You are mightily blessed and good things are headed your way. Happy New Year, my friend! Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email him at alphabeth@tcsn.net
From Dec. 26-28, 2024, Atascadero High School hosted its annual Christmas Basketball Tournament where the Greyhounds took second place. | Photos by Rick Evans
