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Daou Vineyards sells to Australian-owned company for nearly $1 billion Daou brothers plan to remain closely involved in winery and vineyard business

Council declares all businesses essential; Masks optional

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@pasoroblespress.com

NORTH COUNTY — An Australian-owned global company has purchased a Paso Robles-based winery and vineyard for nearly $1 billion.

Announced on Tuesday, Oct. 31, Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) acquired DAOU Vineyards for an upfront amount of $900 million, plus an additional earn-out of up to $100 million.

The global company TWE is currently established as a global luxury wine leader.

According to TWE’s press release, DAOU will fill the company’s portfolio opportunity for Treasury Americas in the $20-$40 range, as well as strengthen its luxury portfolio in the $40+ range.

Brothers Georges and Daniel Daou founded their wine brand in 2007 in the Adelaida District in Paso Robles. The two grew up in Beirut, enjoying rural life on their grandfather’s olive groves. However, after the

Resolution passed condemning terrorist group Hamas attacks against people of Gaza Strip and Israel DANIEL DAOU Lebanese Civil War broke out in 1973, life changed, and the family moved to France two years later. While in France, wine and vineyards became a way of life. Eventually, the brothers landed in the Adelaida District.

The acquisition, which is expected to close by the end of this year, includes over 400 acres of DAOU property.

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Altogether, the business deal includes the DAOU brand, DAOU Mountain Estate, and hospitality site, four boutique luxury wineries, and around 400 acres of vineyards. It is reported that DAOU Mountain tasting room welcomes 90,000 visitors annually and the brand has been marked as one of the fastest-growing luxury wine brands in

GEORGES DAOU the United States.

In the TWE press release it states the Daou brothers will remain involved in the business with Georges as founder and Daniel as founder and chief winemaker.

In response to their acquisition deal, the Daou brothers said, “The last frontier has always been international, and as part of the Treasury Wine

Estates portfolio, we have unlocked the potential to be amongst the highest-end wines for consumers to enjoy globally. In Treasury Wine Estates, we have found a partner that not only understands the value of our brand and the premium assets we have cultivated but also the importance of ensuring that we maintain CONTINUED ON PAGE A7

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@pasoroblespress.com

PASO ROBLES — City Councilmembers approved two resolutions during the Tuesday, Nov. 7, meeting — one condemning the Hamas attacks against Israel and another declaring businesses within the City of Paso Robles as essential and that masking is a personal preference within the City CONTINUED ON PAGE A7

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Youth Competition Winners pianists stun audience The recital was part of this year’s Paderewski Festival

By CHRISTIANNA MARKS christianna@pasoroblespress.com

biannual November Art in the Park. The event, organized by Steve Powers and Company, has been a beloved fixture in the community for many years, drawing art lovers from all over California and beyond.

By CAMILLE DEVAUL Local artist and Atascadero camille@pasoroblespress.com High School teacher Andrew PASO ROBLES — Over Wilkie displayed his “Art 100 artists filled Paso Robles Grounded in Coffee” series City Park last weekend for the CONTINUED ON PAGE A7

NORTH COUNTY — The community came out to celebrate up-and-coming pianists at the Youth Competition Winners’ Recital on Saturday, Nov. 4. The recital, always a part of the Paderewski Festival’s lineup for the weekend, included seven talented youths playing a classical repertoire of music that was a feast for the ears. Each performer played the beautiful piano in the Park Ballroom in Paso Robles.

“My favorite part is when the young people perform. Your participation in the arts allows the arts to continue through the next generation, your sponsorship of Paderewski, your support, and your attendance,” stated Master of Ceremonies James Brescia at the start of the recital. “And those of you who are parents and or teachers out there in the audience, your

persistence and your patience as these young people move forward in their craft is equitable.”

Coming in third place in the Junior Division, the first performer of the afternoon was Noelle Hadsall, 14, from Goleta, playing Chopin. She’s been a prizewinner in the youth

competitions since 2017 and visited Poland in 2019 with the Paderewski Festival’s Cultural Exchange Program.

“One of the wonderful things about visitors coming to this country and our children coming to different countries is we learn to appreciate other cultures and other indi-

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Local artist and Atascadero High School teacher Andrew Wilkie shows off a piece from his “Art Grounded in Coffee” series, at the Art in the Park event in Paso Robles City Park. Photo by Camille DeVaul

Local artists shine at biannual Art in the Park

Over 100 talented artists display diverse range of creations, drawing art enthusiasts from across California

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(From left) Noelle Hadsall, Jiyoo Kim-Jung, Sela Yarbrough, Anna Albright, Ellen Butler, Sarah Gutshall, and Suri Kim take a bow after their recital. Photo by Christianna Marks

viduals, and that’s the deal with this program,” stated Brescia in Hadsall’s introduction.

Taking the stage next was Jiyoo Kim-Jung, 14, who was second place in the Junior Division. Also from Goleta, Kim-Jung has played pianos internationally. She graced the CONTINUED ON PAGE A7

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TUSD discusses Alternative Education students’ eligibility for CIF sports

Templeton educators seeking 5 percent salary increase

BY BECCA SLIGH

TEMPLETON — The Templeton Unified School District (TUSD) Board of Trustees met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26, and discussed alternative education students’ eligibility for participation in CIF sports.

Kicking off the meeting was recognition for Employee Of The Month, which was awarded to both Matt Hirons and Judy Craig. Hirons has served as a custodian for the district for over 34 years and was praised for keeping an upbeat, positive attitude and displaying an above-andbeyond trait in his work. Craig is a teacher of seventh-grade math as well as the athletic director for Templeton Middle School. Craig fulfills multiple roles and uses different strategies to engage her students in learning and excelling within their education.

During public comment, attendees addressed the board about issues such as salary increases for educators and Templeton Independent Study High School (TISHS) participation in sports.

Christine Ames, a teacher at Vineyard Elementary School, spoke on the 5 percent

salary increase that TUSD educators are seeking.

“The money is there in the district’s budget.

We need you to back up your words — not with more words, but with a 5 percent increase in salary we are asking,” Ames said to the board.

The salary increase will be on the agenda for the next board meeting scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 9.

An agenda item regarding Templeton Independent Study High School (TISHS) participation in sports was the topic among many of the public comments to take place.

Background information provided by TUSD meeting minutes states, “On Aug. 26, 2021, the governing board, during a review of the THS Athletics Handbook, determined to keep the policy in place that prevents TISHS students from participating in CIF sports at THS. Board members at the May 25, 2023, regular meeting, requested that we bring the outcome of the committee that reviewed the policy in 2021, back for the board for review.”

In a powerpoint review given by Ian Trejo, assistant superintendent — ed. services, information such as considerations, requirements, and legality were shown on the topic. Trejo noted that both Paso Robles and Atascadero schools currently allow their independent high school

students to actively participate in athletics at the comprehensive high schools. While this opportunity would allow TISHS students to participate in sports, TISHS students would need to apply to try out for sports teams. Other points, such as grades/attendance, could create potential challenges in monitoring students’ eligibility; however, it was also mentioned that students could attend both THS and TISHS as a blended student and be able to participate in sports and potentially offset the district’s current recommendation.

In May of 2021, the board accepted the recommendation from the committee that while TISHS students may participate in other extracurricular activities at THS, TISHS students may not play CIF sports at THS unless part of a blended program with restrictions noting that THS and TISHS are recognized as two separate schools.

Although nothing has legally changed since the initial decision in 2021, potential challenges could be presented to the policy through IDEA and Section 504 of the American Disabilities Act. It was also mentioned that some changes could be made since schools needed to require a level of flexibility back in 2020 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Trustee Wendi Swan was concerned if TISHS students were allowed to compete on the high school CIF teams, there would be students on one team with different academic expectations and eligibility rules.

“There is a cultural battle going on in our schools, and a divisiveness is not necessarily resolved by making sections for everything,” said Swan, who still understood wanting to allow the TISHS students to play. “Sometimes, we have to decide to get together and get through some stuff.”

She added that “There is more than one side to the whole thing” when it comes to the additional work it will take for staff to allow the students to play.

Trustee Janel Armet motioned for staff to bring TISHS participation in THS sports back to the next board meeting as an action item.

Trustee Nelson Yamagata requested outreach to the public for the potential policy change, anticipating there would be a great amount of discussion from the public.

The action item regarding TISHS participation in THS sports was voted to be brought back to the next board meeting for further discussion.

The next regularly scheduled TUSD meeting will take place on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 6:15 p.m.

HOMEOWNERS

California wildfire crisis sparks insurance emergency

Lara proposed regulations that would compel involvement in the creation of predictive models ate for coverage and facing soaring premiums.

Newsom orders insurance reform The legislative attempt to address the issue insurers to cover a proportionate number of for setting rates, to avoid unjustified increases. amid wildfires; Consumer Watchdog through negotiation with insurance lobbyists homeowners in wildfire zones, allowing them The debate centers around the balance seeks rate fairness

BY BARBARA BURKE

CALIFORNIA — the persistent threat of wildfires has ushered in a homeowners insurance crisis, prompting Gov. Gavin Newsom to take executive action. The situation became critical as major insurers like State Farm and Allstate curtailed their services in the state, citing unsustainable losses due to increased wildfire claims.

This led to a scramble for homeowners desper-

and interest groups collapsed. In response, on Sept. 21, Newsom signed an executive order directing the Commissioner of Insurance to take regulatory measures to stabilize the insurance market. This was swiftly followed by Insurance Commissioner Lara Ricardo’s unveiling of the Sustainable Insurance Strategy, poised to be the most significant reform since the 1988 proposition, which demanded insurers seek approval for premium hikes.

to adjust premiums to include projections of future climate change-related risks and their own rising reinsurance costs.

Consumer advocacy group Consumer Watchdog, however, is challenging these proposed measures. The group argues that this would lead to exorbitant rate increases for homeowners, pointing to the example of Florida, where similar practices have significantly inflated premiums. They call for transparency and public

between ensuring a viable insurance market and protecting consumers from steep insurance costs. The proposed executive and regulatory actions have sparked a significant divide among stakeholders, with the outcome likely to have long-lasting implications for California’s insurance landscape.

Next week’s paper will have a comprehensive report and its potential impact on our community.

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improper turning or lane changes.

• Community presentations on traffic safety issues such as distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding and bicycle and pedestrian safety.

• Officer training and/or recertification: Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) The grant program will run through September 2024.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EMS responds to Daniel Lewis Middle School for sulfur substance Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services, San Luis Ambulance, and the Paso Robles Police Department responded to the Daniel Lewis Middle School at approximately 11:17 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 3, for the report of four students experiencing nausea and vomiting.

In total, six students were evaluated for symptoms that resulted from inhaling a sulfur substance that was released in the school locker room. All patients were triaged and two were transported by ambulance to a local hospital.

Temporary storm drain repair to be Paso Robles Police Department and done at Oak Shores Wastewater TreatThe Paso Robles Joint Unified School ment Plant District are investigating the incident.

The Public Works Department will perform needed storm drain system Student arrested for combative behavior repairs ahead of the upcoming rainy released to guardian and mental health season. professionals County Service Area 7A (CSA 7A) A student who was arrested last week has contracted with Edwards Construcon Thursday, Nov. 2, has been turned tion Company to install a storm drain over to their guardian and mental health system at the Oak Shores Wastewater professionals.

Treatment Plant after last winter’s storm On Thursday morning, Paso Robles caused extensive damage to the existPolice Officers responded to Daniel ing system. This project will create a new Lewis Middle School for a report of open channel storm drain system to help a student being combative with school prevent further damage and erosion. staff. In response, staff placed the campus The project is expected to begin in on a temporary lockdown. mid-November and should take approxThe same student then became imately six weeks to complete. The hours combative with officers after not of operation will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., complying with their commands. While Monday through Friday. Residents in officers tried to restrain the student, one proximity to the plant may temporarily of the officers sustained a minor injury. experience some noise and dust.

Approximately 8-10 large trucks will According to a press release from the Paso Robles Police Department be used daily to haul materials on and (PRPD), the student was arrested and off site. Best Management Practices transported to San Luis Obispo County will be used to mitigate dust and sound.

Juvenile Services. The lockdown was Please refer to the attached map for lifted at approximately 9:50 a.m. project location here slocounty.ca.gov/ Then, at approximately 3 p.m. on the getattachment/b682a21a-aa47-4543same day, Paso Robles High School 9bb9-c00145fc4eba/Vicinity-Map. staff advised school resource officers pdf?lang=en-US of a possible threat involving violence directed towards PRHS. PRPD says the High-speed chase through Monterey threats were immediately investigated County and Paso Robles ends in crash and shown to be unfounded. The situa- and suspect on the run On Nov. 7, at nearly 11 p.m., a King tion did not impact the safety of students and the community at large.

City California Highway Patrol (CHP) The Paso Robles Police Department unit was conducting construction zone says they take all known threats to the enforcement on US 101 in Monterey community and especially their schools County when they pulled over a speedvery seriously. They ask the community ing vehicle in the southbound direction to speak with your children about the near the Bradley Rest Area. The vehiseriousness and consequences of their cle in question was a black 2007 Infinwords and actions, which can lead to iti G35. Upon approaching the stopped possible expulsion and criminal charges. vehicle, the driver abruptly accelerated These are ongoing investigations, and and fled the scene, heading southbound the Paso Robles Police Department is on US 101. requesting anyone with any information The CHP officer attempted to pursue to call the PRPD at (805) 237-6464 or the fleeing vehicle but eventually lost persons wishing to remain anonymous sight of it. Shortly afterward, a Templeare encouraged to call Crime Stoppers’ ton CHP unit spotted the same suspect 24-hour hotline at (805) 549-STOP vehicle traveling southbound on US 101 or by texting “SLOTIPS” plus your at 17th Street in Paso Robles and initimessage” to CRIMES (274637). ated a pursuit with speeds exceeding 100 mph. After exiting southbound US PRPD awarded grant from the Office of 101 at SR 46 West, the suspect driver Traffic Safety re-entered US 101 in the northbound The Paso Robles Police Depart- direction at SR 46 West, continuing to ment was awarded a $71,000 grant evade law enforcement northbound on from the California Office of Traffic US 101.

Safety (OTS). The grant will support The pursuit ultimately led the driver our ongoing enforcement and education to the Camp Roberts off-ramp, where programs to help reduce the number of they went the wrong way until reaching serious injuries and deaths on our roads. the Bradley Rest Area. Attempting to “This funding will strengthen our exit the Rest Area parking lot at high commitment to public safety in our speed, the suspect driver lost control of community,” Commander Terry Afana the vehicle, resulting in a collision with said. “We will be able to increase our a hillside west of the on-ramp. After efforts in making our roads safer for coming to a stop, both the driver and a everyone and focus on critical areas such passenger, identified as Khari Young, fled as distracted driving, impaired driving on foot. Officers were able to apprehend and speeding.” the passenger at the scene. However, the The grant will provide additional driver managed to escape in a westerly programs and resources, including: direction onto Camp Roberts property.

• DUI checkpoints and patrols focused Despite a thorough search, which on stopping suspected impaired driv- included the deployment of a K-9 unit ers. and handler, law enforcement officers • High-visibility distracted driving were unable to locate the suspect driver. enforcement operations targeting Authorities are now seeking the public’s drivers in violation of California’s assistance in identifying and locating the hands-free cell phone law. driver.

• Enforcement operations focused on Young is described as a black male the most dangerous driver behaviors adult, 5’9” and 210 pounds. He is listed that put the safety of people biking as from Oakland. He is 27 years old. or walking at risk.

The passenger’s identity has not been • Enforcement operations focused released, but is listed as being from on top violations that cause crashes: Stockton. speeding, failure to yield, stop sign If you have any information regarding and/or red-light running, and the possible identity of the driver, please

contact the Templeton CHP office at her courage in reporting and testifying (805) 400-6720. about the crime.

Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago ATASCADERO is set to be sentenced on Nov. 30, at 8:30 a.m. in Department 1 of the San Luis Community Services Department Obispo County Superior Court, with announces Winter/Spring 2024 recre- the Honorable Craig B. Van Rooyen ation guide advertising opportunity presiding. He could face a sentence of The City of Atascadero’s Commu- up to 25 years to life in state prison. nity Services Department announced The investigation into the case was an advertising opportunity in the conducted by the San Luis Obispo Winter/Spring 2024 Recreation Guide, County Sheriff ’s Office, with support the third issue of its newly formatted from the District Attorney’s Bureau of guide. This official publication serves as Investigation. Deputy District Attora valuable resource for Atascadero resi- ney Kristin Barnard, a member of the dents, providing information on a wide District Attorney’s Sexual Assault Unit, range of classes, activities, youth and prosecuted the case. adult sports schedules, and community programs and events.

Rep. Jimmy Panetta receives 2023 Affordable Housing Champion Award Key Details: The Affordable Housing Tax Credit • Publication Frequency: The Recre- Coalition (AHTCC) today awarded ation Guide is published three times Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) with the each year. organization’s 2023 Affordable Hous• Reach: Each issue is mailed to nearly ing Champion Award, which honors 15,000 residents and distributed to members of Congress who exhibit high-traffic areas throughout the city, outstanding leadership in the U.S. House reaching over 37,500 readers, includ- and Senate toward the advancement of ing residents, business owners, and policies that expand affordable housing visitors. through the Low-Income Housing Tax • Online Exposure: The guide is Credit (Housing Credit). posted and regularly updated on “We are honored to present the 2023 the city’s website at atascadero.org/ Affordable Housing Champion Award service/recreation-guide, offering to Congressman Jimmy Panetta, a leadadditional visibility to your business. ing advocate for affordable housing in • Discount Opportunity: Businesses the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. committing to advertising in all three Panetta has for years fought to expand guides are eligible for a package and strengthen the Housing Credit, the discount. country’s primary program for financing affordable rental housing,” said AHTCC Annual Publication Information: Chief Executive Officer Emily Cadik.

Winter/Spring 2024 Rec Guide “As the U.S. continues to grapple with • Space Deadline: Nov. 10 a severe shortage of affordable housing, (Camera Ready ads: Nov. 15) Congressman Panetta’s leadership on the • Publishes: Dec. 8 Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act has been instrumental in Summer Rec Guide building bipartisan support for policies • Space Deadline: Mid-April that would spur the development of • Publishes: Mid-May more affordable housing in California and nationwide.”

Fall Rec Guide “Finding a bipartisan solution to the • Space Deadline: Mid-July affordable housing crisis facing our coun• Publishes: Mid-August try grows more urgent every day,” said Ryan Sfreddo, president of the AHTCC Ad space is limited and will be allo- Board of Directors and chief executive cated on a first-come, first-served basis. officer of Red Stone Equity Partners.

To access this unique advertising oppor- “We are grateful for Congressman tunity and promote your business to a Panetta’s leadership on the Affordable wide audience, reach out to the Recre- Housing Credit Improvement Act, critiation team at the Colony Park Commu- cal legislation that would finance signifinity Center, located at 5599 Traffic Way. cantly more affordable rental housing The registration desk is open Monday for communities across the country at a through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. time when it is so desperately needed.”

Additionally, online registration is availPanetta, chief deputy whip of the U.S. able 24/7 for your convenience.

House of Representatives and a member Stay updated with the latest news and of the House Committee on Ways and updates from the City of Atascadero’s Means, is a lead Democratic co-sponCommunity Services Department by sor of the Affordable Housing Credit visiting their Facebook page at facebook. Improvement Act (AHCIA) of 2023 com/atascaderocs or their Instagram (H.R.3238). This bipartisan legislation page @atascaderorecreation. to expand and strengthen the HousFor more information and inquiries ing Credit, the nation’s primary tool for about advertising opportunities, please financing the development and presvisit atascadero.org/recreation or contact ervation of affordable rental housing, the Community Services Department at has gained the support of more than one-third of Congress — 174 repre805-470-3360. sentatives and 30 senators — balanced SAN LUIS OBISPO evenly between Republicans and Democrats. The bill includes provisions to COUNTY expand access to and use of the HousSan Luis Obispo County jury convicts ing Credit that would finance nearly 2 Ramonsantiago of forcible rape caus- million more affordable rental homes ing great bodily injury than otherwise possible.

Florentino Marcelino RamonsanPast recipients of the Affordable tiago, 30, has been convicted by a San Housing Champion Award have Luis Obispo County Jury of forc- included Senate Majority Leader Chuck ible rape causing great bodily injury. Schumer (D-NY), former Speaker of District Attorney Dan Dow made the the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA-12), announcement of Ramonsantiago’s Senate Finance Committee Chairman conviction on Nov. 3.

Ron Wyden (D-OR), Senator Maria After a nine-day trial, the jury found Cantwell (D-WA), House Ways and Ramonsantiago guilty of forcible rape. Means Committee Ranking Member Additionally, they found true a special Richard Neal (D-MA) and Rep. Suzan allegation that during the rape, Ramon- DelBene (D-WA-1). santiago personally inflicted great bodily injury on a 17-year-old victim, result- Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scam in ing in pregnancy. This special allegation San Luis Obispo County The San Luis Obispo County Shercould lead to a sentence of 25 years to life in state prison for Ramonsantiago. iff ’s Office is issuing a warning to resiThe trial featured evidence of a violent dents about a concerning phone scam assault that occurred on April 29, 2021, at that has recently emerged in the area. a residence in Nipomo. Deputy District Reports have indicated that individuals Attorney Kristin Barnard, who prose- are being targeted by a scam caller who cuted the case, described the violence falsely claims to represent the Sheriff ’s and trauma suffered by the young survi- Office and insists there is an issue with vor as something akin to a horror movie. a federal agency, demanding a payment She also commended the survivor for to resolve the supposed matter.

The scam is further compounded by the fact that the caller ID has been “spoofed” to appear as if it originates from the Sheriff ’s Office, creating a misleading sense of legitimacy. To make the ruse more convincing, the caller has resorted to using a fictitious name and badge number of a Deputy.

The Sheriff ’s Office emphasizes that this is a scam and wants to remind residents that it is not their standard practice to reach out to individuals by phone regarding such matters. If anyone receives a call resembling this fraudulent scheme, they are strongly encouraged to report it to their local law enforcement agency.

It is crucial to share this information with family and friends to ensure that they are informed and vigilant in the event they encounter a similar fraudulent call.

Arroyo Grande Huasna Road to be temporarily closed for bridge repair work The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Public Works will temporarily close Arroyo Grande Huasna Road for repair work at approximately 2.5 miles east of the intersection with Huasna Townsite Road.

Repairs will take place during working hours on Nov. 27 through Nov. 30.

The bridge on Arroyo Grande Huasna Road at Huasna River will be closed to all vehicular use from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please refer to the map for location here slocounty.ca.gov/ getattachment/Departments/PublicWorks/Department-News/2023/ Road-Closure-For-Bridge-Repair-Work-On-Arroyo-Gran/2301BR1-Press-Release-Vicinity-Map. pdf?lang=en-US This bridge is among 200 highway structures in San Luis Obispo County which are maintained by Public Works.

A recent bridge inspection found potential structural deficiencies, which require repairs to the bridge.

The bridge will be open outside of the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. working hours during the repair work.

County requests community input to identify key needs for SLO County housing and homelessness The County of San Luis Obispo’s Homeless Services Division is requesting community feedback to guide its use of the federal dollars received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The County expects to allocate about $3.1 million received from HUD in 2024, which may be used to support investments in affordable housing, community development, and homeless assistance programs.

All SLO County residents are encouraged to complete the survey at slocounty.gov/communitydevelopment.

All responses are anonymous and confidential. The survey will be open until Sunday, Nov. 5, at 11:59 p.m.

“The community is our greatest partner in addressing the housing challenges and homelessness that we see in San Luis Obispo County,” said George Solis, administrative services manager for the Homeless Services Division. “By sharing your thoughts and experiences, our team and local leaders are better able to make informed policy decisions and determine the best way to use these federal investments in our community.”

The community development needs assessment is conducted on an annual basis and used in implementing SLO County’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan and drafting annual Action Plans. The Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the annual Actions Plans are community development plans that discuss countywide characteristics, identify community improvement priorities, and outline a plan to fund and implement them. These plans are required by HUD for the County to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds.

A public hearing and presentation of the community development needs assessment will be provided in conjunc-

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tion with the regular Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Nov. 28 at the Katcho Achadjian Government Center in San Luis Obispo.

The results of the assessment and corresponding 2024 Action Plan will be found at slocounty.gov/communitydevelopment in early 2024.

CALIFORNIA Captain of Conception dive boat found guilty in deaths of 34 Four years after the deadliest maritime disaster in recent U.S. history a jury has found the captain of the Conception dive boat guilty of misconduct and negligence. Jerry Boylan, 67, faces up

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at lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people along the way.

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orey J Sullivan, 68, of Atascadero, California, died peacefully on October 14th, 2023, at his home in Atascadero.

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to 10 years in prison. Boylan was the captain of the Conception that caught fire overnight on Sept. 2, 2019.

The boat was anchored miles offshore of Santa Barbara. Thirty-three passengers and one crew member died aboard when they were trapped below deck when flames engulfed the vessel. Prosecutors said Boylan failed to post the required roving night watch and never properly trained his crew in firefighting.

The lack of a watch person meant the fire was able to spread undetected across the boat. A federal jury on Monday found Boylan criminally negligent in what’s known as seaman’s manslaughter.

Boylan was the first to abandon ship and jump overboard. Four crew members who joined him also survived. Boylan was the only crew member to face criminal charges. Sentencing is set for Feb. 8.

CHP celebrates graduation of 112 new officers The California Highway Patrol (CHP) welcomed more than 100 of California’s newest members of law enforcement during a graduation ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. Today’s ceremony is the culmination of more than six months of rigorous training, hard work, and commitment.

“These cadets are California’s finest,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom. “They are truly the best among us — answering a call of duty to serve our communities with trust and care. On behalf of all Californians, I am proud to welcome them to the California Highway Patrol.”

The graduating class of 112 officers, including 11 women, report for duty on

Nov. 13, to one of the CHP’s 103 Area offices throughout the state.

“The newly sworn officers exhibited remarkable dedication and determination throughout their training. They have proven themselves ready to take on the responsibilities and challenges of law enforcement, ensuring the safety and well-being of those who live and visit California,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “We are proud to welcome them as part of the CHP family.”

At the CHP Academy, cadet training starts with nobility in policing, leadership, professionalism and ethics, and cultural diversity. Cadets also receive instruction on mental illness response and crisis intervention techniques.Training also includes vehicle patrol, crash investigation, first aid, and the apprehension of suspected violators, includ-

ing those who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Cadets also receive training in traffic control, report writing, recovery of stolen vehicles, assisting the motoring public, issuing citations, emergency scene management, and knowledge of various codes, including the California Vehicle Code, Penal Code, and Health and Safety Code.

A new class of more than 100 cadets will begin their 26 weeks of training at the CHP Academy that same day, bringing the total number of cadets in training to nearly 350.

In June 2022, the CHP launched a multi-year recruitment campaign to recruit and hire 1,000 officers. If you are interested in an exciting career that offers diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization.

the Santa Maria/Los Alamos area. There, she met Walter P Johnson, and they were married in 1951. In 1956, they purchased the family ranch from Walt’s parents and moved to Templeton. They were married for 52 years at the time of his passing in 2004.

They had three daughters who were raised on their ranch east of Templeton: Molly, Maureen, and Marianne. As Pat was very much family-oriented, they grew up surrounded by the family they were born into and their parent’s chosen family with lots of unrelated aunts and uncles. Big, happy family

gatherings were the norm.

Pat was an avid member of the SLO Cattlewomen’s Association. She was very involved in the work of the organization, volunteering her time in any way she could. She was part of the Cowbelles Trail Riders and very much enjoyed the annual trail rides. She was awarded Cattlewoman of the Year in 1992 and Cowbell Mom of the Year in 2001.

Pat was an antique collector and owned Nostalgia Antiques in Atascadero for over 30 years. After selling that business, she continued to collect and sell antiques in antique malls in Paso Robles and San

Luis Obispo for many years.

Pat also loved to travel. Her three girls spent many hours growing up in the car with Mom going somewhere. She traveled the world, from Hong Kong to Morocco and many places in between. She loved cruises, and those she took were always with family and friends. She loved the exploration!

She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter P Johnson, and her sons, Greg Quaadman and Jerry Quaadman. She leaves behind her three daughters, Molly Johnson (Rick Beaumont), Maureen Lemos, and Mari-

anne Johnson, and 14 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great-grandchildren, and many friends.

One of her biggest joys in life was throwing incredible parties, an annual Almond Blossom Festival for many years, birthday parties, anniversary parties, and parties just for fun! She was well known for throwing the best parties ever.

The family will be holding Pat’s Last Party beginning at 2 p.m. at the former WP Johnson Ranch, 2310 Lil’s Place, Templeton, on March 16, 2024. In holding with Pat’s traditions, please bring a dish

Jersey in 1954 to Joseph and Edith Sullivan, who moved to California in 1959. Corey was only four years old. He attended Garden Grove High School, where he met his wife of 50 years, Kacey (Conroy) Sullivan. Living in Garden Grove, Corey and Kacey decided to move to Hawaii, where they lived for two years before deciding to return to the mainland. They knew the growing area of Orange County was not where they wanted to return to, so with a call to a friend, Corey, and Kacey landed in Atascadero in 1979, where he worked in

construction with the promise of lathing eight homes in the town of Shandon, California.

Corey and Kacey resided in Atascadero, going on 44 years, where they worked and raised their two children until his time of death.

Corey was an avid baseball player as a youth, where he excelled with his brothers with guidance from his father in the sport. He continued that love into many years of coaching kids in the Atascadero community while his son and daughter played as well.

Corey worked as a lather in the construction field

throughout the county of San Luis Obispo and later worked at Cal Poly in the Carpenter Shop. Corey and Kacey were also a part of the Cal Shasta Community at Lake Nacimiento, where they owned a cabin home and spent many vacations and weekends enjoying the outdoors and water sports. Corey also spent many years working alongside his son, who has followed his footsteps in the construction industry, on others’ cabins and contributing his expertise within Cal Shasta.

Corey was known as Pop to his three grandchildren, and they were the light of his life,

bringing joy and laughter to his world.

Corey is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Edith Sullivan; his brothers, Kerry and Colin Sullivan; his sister, Karen Spurlock; and his nephew, Dale Spurlock.

Corey leaves behind his wife, Kacey (Kathryn) Sullivan, his son Bret Sullivan (wife, Holly Sullivan), daughter Kelsey Sullivan (spouse, Jeff Dye), and grandchildren Bristol and Taylin Sullivan and Josie Dye. A celebration of life will be held at his daughter’s home in Atascadero on November 19th at 12 noon.

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• 10:47 — Victor Lopez III, of Paso Robles was

BATTERY [242PC], Case no. 233601

DEATHS RONALD ALBERT WARNER, 89, of Nipomo passed away on October 25th 2023.

Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

WILLARD “BILL” SIMPSON, 89, of Oceano passed away on October 27th 2023.

Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

JULIA VALDEZ GARZA, 92, of Oceano passed away on October 26th 2023.

Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

LINDA SUE SIMILY, 74, of Santa Maria passed away on October 28th 2023.

Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

EILEEN TAYLOR FLYNT age 71 a resident of Morro Bay passed away on 10/25/2023 In the care of Blue Sky Cremation and Burial Service JUDITH HANNA age 81 a resident of Paso Robles passed away on 10/28/2023 In the care of Blue Sky Cremation and Burial Service MARY SPROWLS age 70 a resident of Los Osos passed away on 10/30/2023 In the care of Blue Sky Cremation and Burial Service JEAN CROSS-MIDDLETON age 79 a resident of Paso Robles passed away on 11/01/2023 In the care of Blue Sky Cremation and Burial Service

block of Niblick Rd for DRIVING UNDER THE

Robles was arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE

INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

OCTOBER 30, 2023

POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED

NOVEMBER 02, 2023

INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case

• 03:39 — Carlos Orellana, of Paso Robles was

SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], POSSESSION OF

• 09:32 — Joel Soloniuk, of Paso Robles was on

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case

taken into custody on the 1200 block of Ysabel

UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S],

view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Rd for

St for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no.

Case no. 233578

PRISONERS ON PAROLE MUST CONTINUE TO

• 01:57 — Erik Smiley, of San Luis Obispo was

on view arrest at Food 4 Less for POSSESS

BE UNDER THE OFFICIAL SUPERVISION OF

on view arrest on the corner of Creston Rd

NARCOTIC CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

LOPEZ LAKE: 95.1% capacity

233560

on view arrest on the 1100 block of Park St for

• 01:39 — Victabio Gervaciochavez, of Paso

to share and BYOB; BBQ, beans, and bread provided.

You may RSVP to faminfo@ yahoo.com.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the SLO County Cattlewoman’s Scholarship Fund, 255 Frontier Way, Templeton, CA 93465.

• 11:21 — Matthew Malloy, was taken into custody

no. 233620

no. 233640 • 15:45 — Kendal Simon, of Paso Robles was

RESERVOIR LEVELS SANTA MARGARITA LAKE (Salinas Reservoir): 81.1% capacity

on the Scott St and Marigold Dr for WILLFULLY

THE STATE [3056PC], Case no. 233603

and Cedarwood Dr for DRIVING UNDER THE

[11350(A)H&S], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL

LAKE NACIMIENTO: 57% capacity

taken into custody on the 800 block of Park St for

TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR

• 11:23 — Michael Reyes, of Paso Robles was on

INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no.

BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 233562

IN COURT [853.7PC], OUTSIDE WARRANT/M,

view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Rd for

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case

233636

LAKE SAN ANTONIO: 64% capacity

Case no. 233580

BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], WILLFULLY

no. 233621

• 12:32 — Steven French, of Paso Robles was

• 14:41 — Dallas Parish, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 300 block of Tanglewood Dr

• 10:35 — Matthew Ellis, of Paso Robles was on

for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED

view arrest on the 1000 block of Spring St for

SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION

PUBLIC INTOXINATION [647(F)PC], Case no.

[11550(A)HS], Case no. 233564

233577

RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…[148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 233604 • 11:28 — Erica Paramo, of Paso Robles was on

• 20:37 — Jose Laravillanueva, of Woodland was arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 233628

6500 block of Santa Cruz Rd for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/COHABITANT

• 12:05 — Guy Leanard, of Atascadero was taken

SHOPLIFTING UNDER $950 [459.5(A)PC],

• 22:05 — Rafael Campoverde, of Paso Robles

view arrest on the 1100 block of Spring St for

into custody on the 1200 block of Ysabel Ave for

CONSPIRACY:COMMIT CRIME [182(A)(1)PC],

was on view arrest on the corner of Melody

DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC

WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE

Case no. 233604

[647(F)PC], Case no. 233567

TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no.

arrested for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 233573

233581 • 21:11 — Steven Hayes, of Paso Robles was taken into custody at Sherwood Park for BENCH

• 00:00 — Oniver Cardenasrocha, of San Miguel

WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 233588

received an infraction on 10th and Spring St for

• 22:33 — Isaac Nieto, of Paso Robles was on

• 12:17 — Jan Johnson, was arrested on the

view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Rd for

• 17:07 — Chelsea Burch, of Templeton was on

• 22:52 — Ronald Motter, of Atascadero was

ATASCADERO POLICE DEPARTMENT

[273.5(A)PC], Case no. 232174

Dr and Creston Rd for DRIVING UNDER THE

• 21:19 — Janie Hull, was arrested on the 6900

• 12:54 — Brandi Smith, of Paso Robles was on

INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

block of El Camino Real for DRIVING UNDER

view arrest on the 100 block of Santa Ynez for

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case

THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC],

WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE

no. 233629

Case no. 232177

TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no.

NOVEMBER 04, 2023

NOVEMBER 01, 2023

• 15:38 — Jason Soto, of Los Osos was arrested

• 00:41 — Matthew Navarrete, of Paso Robles

• 08:55 — Adderly Laramontanez, was arrested

233607

DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE [12500(A)VC],

the 1000 block of Dorothy Ct for THEFT USING

for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHER-

was on view arrest for DRIVING UNDER THE

on the 4500 Manzanita Ave for CHILD ENDAN-

Case no. 233566

FORCE/ROBBERY [211 PC], ASSAULT WITH

NALIA [11364(A)H&S], POSSESS NARCOTIC

INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

GERMENT [273A(A)PC], Case no. 232189

A DEADLY WEAPON [245(A)(1)PC], Case no.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S],

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case

• 09:39 — Laura Vance, was arrested on the

OCTOBER 31, 2023

233590

• 00:19 — Catherine Carney, of Paso Robles was

Case no. 233609

no. 233631

• 21:37 — Martin Aguilaranguiano, of Paso Robles

• 01:36 — Federico Osegueralara, was arrested

WARRANT/M, Case no. 232190

NOVEMBER 01, 2023

was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick

for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF

for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHER-

• 20:49 — Christopher Heinlein, of Paso Robles

Rd for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF

ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08

El Camino Real and Pueblo Ave for POSSESS

NALIA [11364(A)H&S], POSSESS NARCOTIC

was on view arrest on the 600 block of Laura

ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08

PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 233632

NARCOTIC CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S],

Way for THEFT USING FORCE/ROBBERY [211

PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 233617

• 13:55 — Mitchell Cryer, was on view arrest on the

• 23:14 — Guadalupe Acostasolis, was on view

3600 block of Oak St for POSSESS NARCOTIC

Case no. 233574

PC], Case no. 233590

• 23:27 — Emery Grohregin, was arrested on

[11350(A)H&S], Case no. 232195

• 03:18 — Salvador Delacruzuis, of Paso Robles

arrest on the 800 block of 34th St for DISOR-

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11350(A)H&S],

NOVEMBER 02, 2023

taken into custody on the 1100 block of Creston

was taken into custody on 23rd and Spring St

DERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)

POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA

• 09:22 — Ezequiel Avileslopez, was arrested

Rd for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN

for OUTSIDE WARRANT/M, Case no. 233592

PC], Case no. 233619

[11364(A)H&S], Case no. 233637

PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC],

• 22:06 — Daryl Carlin, of Paso Robles was on

OUTSIDE WARRANT/M, Case no. 233576

view arrest on the 3700 block of Mill Rd for

• 22:38 —Rosendo Sarmientosarmiento, of

NOVEMBER 03, 2023

Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 100

WEATHER FRIDAY

73º | 36º SATURDAY

76º | 35º SUNDAY

81º | 39º MONDAY

72º | 43º

6200 block of Atascadero Ave for OUTSIDE

on view arrest on the 1200 block of Riverside

• 10:27 — Jose Cano, of Santa Margarita was

WHALE ROCK: 95.86% capacity

on the 7600 block of Santa Ysabel Ave for ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON [245(A) (1)PC], Case no. 232196

TUESDAY

69º | 48º WEDNESDAY

62º | 48º

2022-23 RAINFALL TOTALS (Season: July 1-June 30)

Atascadero: 0.02” Paso Robles: 0.04”

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Good News • Real News • Your Hometown News

From the Right and the Left:

Why are Californians paying through the nose at the pumps?

LANCE SIMMENS COMMENTARY

From the Left Man’s inhumanity to man, Makes countless thousands mourn. ccording to a plethora of polling data, the price of gasoline is one of the most pressing existential issues facing American voters. This issue is particularly pronounced to those who live in California, where prices are highest in the nation. It is problematic from the standpoint that its regressive application most assuredly penalizes the poorest in our society, especially given our reliance upon the automobile.

Thus, it is fair to question whether price gouging by major oil companies is occurring and if it can be proven state actions to curtail excessive pricing may be imposed. This issue is currently under review in Sacramento and if proven may provide much-needed relief to those filling their gas tanks with gas approaching $7 per gallon.

According to the California Energy Commission, fuel prices are so high for several reasons, including the state’s environmental regulations, taxes, and California’s unique self-reliance on refining its own gasoline.

Since the ‘90s, California has mandated that any gasoline sold in the Golden State be produced according to strict guidelines that reduce the gasoline’s overall emissions.

As you might expect, California’s cleaner fuel blend is more expensive than the gasoline used by the rest of the nation.

Because of these regulations, more than 90 percent of gasoline used in California is refined in the state. So, if any of the state’s refineries experience unplanned outages or disruptions, those gas prices climb even higher, since the state can’t boost its gasoline supply

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The California State Assembly Needs to Listen to Californians and Reform ADA Dear Editor, Small businesses are the lifeblood of our local economy. I have witnessed that both in my capacity as a County Supervisor and in my 17 years owning and operating a small business here in San Luis Obispo County.

I have also witnessed the grave challenges facing small businesses, as the California State Legislature continues to allow the business climate to worsen.

Our state has been grappling with regulatory issues for decades, in which small

by importing dirtier fuel that wasn’t refined according to its regulations.

Also, gas prices are high in California because there’s just less gasoline being refined in the state. In late 2022, California mandated that all cars, trucks, and SUVs sold in the state be zero-emission vehicles by 2035. Because of that, California’s refining industries are beginning to transition away from fossil fuels, according to The Hoover Institution, a public policy think tank at Stanford University.

Gasoline price changes in California are primarily driven by the cost of global crude oil and significant unplanned refinery outages. Currently, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is causing crude oil prices to increase and remain volatile.

Gasoline prices are highly sensitive, so any shift in supply and demand changes what you pay at the pump.

According to More Perfect Union, a progressive non-profit media organization, “Companies that produce oil were enjoying record profits when prices started soaring. And despite supply constraints, American oil companies didn’t want to increase production. That would mean building new rigs and drilling new wells, which is expensive. They were unwilling to make that investment and spend that initial money because it would cut into their profit margin … Oil companies are literally destroying our planet. They should be investing in transforming our energy sector so we’re not so reliant on carbon-emitting fossil fuels that are bringing our planet closer to 2 degrees of warming, which would be a mass extinction event. We need our energy sector to make this shift so we can literally survive. Greedy oil companies are not only forcing us to pay prices we can hardly afford, they’re jeopardizing our planet’s future as well.”

And while major oil companies like Exxon, Chevron, Shell, and BP maximized their record profits, they invested these windfalls in, you guessed it, stock buybacks. Exxon Mobil announced $30 billion in buybacks by the end of this year,

Chevron $15 billion per year, instead of investing in research and development, infrastructure and technologies they opted for greed.

California is leading the pack in terms of gas prices at the pump. Enter Gov. Gavin Newsom, who earlier this year signed into law legislation that, according to the governor, will “implement the strongest statelevel oversight and accountability measures on Big Oil in the nation-bringing transparency to California’s oil and gas industry, shining new light on the corporations that have for decades operated in the shadows while ripping families off and raking in record profits.”

Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, who supported the legislation, remarked “not only will this new law provide real transparency and oversight with dedicated expertise to oversee the gasoline market, it will also create a plan to achieve our low carbon and clean air future.”

State Senator Ben Allen last year offered the Oil Refiner Price Disclosure Act, an attempt to reveal more information from the industry by requiring them to report each month on the cost of their crude, their wholesale prices, and their profits per gallon.

While there are efforts to get to the nub of the issue of high gas prices, the underlying imperative is to think in terms of impacts upon the world we are leaving for our children.

This imperative stresses the need to stop if not reverse the deleterious impacts fossil fuels have on a world that is currently experiencing warming that is simply unsustainable. If we do not kick into overdrive to curb a warming planet we are doing an unimaginably destructive disservice to future generations. To quote a famous television advertisement from the 1970s, “you can pay me now or pay me later.”

Lance Simmens is an independent columnist for Atascadero News / Paso Robles Press, he alongside Don Schmitz write a bi-weekly column on national topics from the perspective of their political leanings. You can forward any comments you have to editor@13starsmedia.com.

DON SCHMITZ COMMENTARY

From the Right

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n a dystopian bad dream, Californians cringe as they pull into the gas station, paying prices we used to shake our heads at that our European brethren suffered under. Up to $7 a gallon, we pay 57 percent higher than the national average. Only Hawaiians, importing everything, pay more. Many states average $3 a gallon. Working class families are forced to make painful decisions — eating out less, not visiting family — while paying the rent, insurance, groceries, utility bills, etc., is becoming more problematic.

Sixty-four percent of Americans are living paycheckto-paycheck, according to a Lending Club Report, and now 27 percent of Americans are dipping into their savings to pay for everyday expenses according to a recent Country Financial Security Index.

We’re slapping down the plastic, the average credit card unpaid balance is over $7,000, balances have risen for five consecutive quarters, and nationally now stands at a record $1 trillion.

Inflation has hurt us around the country, but in California the ridiculous gas prices have exacerbated the pain. I can hear the sanctimonious reply from some in their affluent coastal communities: “Just buy an electric car” as they cruise in their $80,000 Tesla. Well, electric cars cost at least $10K more than the equivalent gas-powered car, and many can’t afford them, although 19 percent of new vehicles sold in California are electric. For now, 81 percent of us still rely on gas, and for the office worker commuting

two hours each day, or the construction worker relying on his pickup, they must pay at the pump, no choice.

There are clear reasons why we have such expensive fuel, but you wouldn’t know it listening to the politicians and pundits. Understandably, voters are none too happy about this pain, so the deflection spin masters are working overtime. Understand the facts though. California is blessed with enormous petroleum resources; it literally oozes out of the ground, which native Americans used as lubricants and as a sealant. Oil was first commercially extracted here in 1860, and until 1930, we were the largest producer in the country and are still the seventh largest producer. Despite socialist fantasies, supply and demand is economically a consistent barometer of costs, and we have plenty of supply, so what’s the problem? Politically, we have decided not to utilize it for the laudable goal of fighting climate change.

Monterey voters passed a ban on new oil wells, which the California Supreme Court ruled illegal and overturned in August.

O ur Geologic Energ y Management Division (CalGEM) issued only seven new well permits this year, compared to 200 last year, and they have been sitting on 1,400 new well applications. Offshore drilling has been banned since 1969.

“Good!” many say, for the climate, for the environment, which I understand, but be honest about the inevitable outcome. While California produces 463,000 barrels of oil a day, we consume 1.8 million barrels daily. We import most of our oil and it’s growing, currently doubled from 2000. The California Energy Commission reports most imports come from Iraq, Ecuador, and Saudi Arabia, all with much more lax environmental controls.

The oil must be refined, but we have less refineries than in the 1970s, while our population doubled. Between 2017 and 2021 we lost 12 percent

refining capacity and will lose 12 percent more by next year. We also require a special blend for refined gasoline to reduce air pollution, which is a good thing, but that costs at the pump. If one of our refineries shuts down for maintenance or an accident, the only place to buy our special blend gas is Korea or Canada, which is very expensive.

In 2012, California gas was “only” 30 cents more than the national average. In 2013, Democrats instituted a cap-and-trade program to cap carbon emissions, which adds 24 cents to each gallon.

In 2015, the state added a “low carbon fuel standard, adding 22 cents.” In 2017, Democrats raised the gasoline excise tax by 12 cents and linked it to inflation.

Tack on 10.7 cents for state sales tax, and 2 cents underground storage fee. We now pay $1.19 per gallon in taxes and fees compared to the national tax average of 39 cents per gallon. Six states suspended their gas taxes to provide their constituents relief, but California Democrats shot down a proposed suspension last year, keeping in place an automatic annual increase, which raised taxes an additional 4 cents in July.

Gov. Newsom blames the oil companies, stating, “This is one of the greatest rip-offs in modern American history.” Unable to pass a windfall profit tax, he’s creating a bureaucracy to investigate “price gouging” and penalize profits. Decades of denying permits for wells to tap our abundant supplies, or refineries to produce our gas, has cratered supplies, spiking costs, compounded with enormous fees and taxes.

Big government created this unaffordable mess, not big oil. Happy motoring.

Don Schmitz is an independent columnist for Atascadero News / Paso Robles Press, he alongside Lance Simmens write a bi-weekly column on national topics from the perspective of their political leanings. You can forward any comments you have to editor@13starsmedia.com

Letters to the Editor

businesses trying to follow the law make minor violations that result in excessive litigation. Two pieces of state law that are among the worst culprits are the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act).

The problem with the ADA is unrelated to inclusivity for those with disabilities, which is obviously a noble goal. It’s that bad-actor lawyers are using the ADA to extort small businesses. Serial plaintiffs and profiteering attorneys will come in, identify a minor infraction like a countertop installed an inch too high, and then threaten to sue the business owner to try and force a settlement. Often, the business owner has no choice but to accept the settlement

or risk a destructively expensive trial.

PAGA is no better. That law empowers attorneys to turn employees against their employers and sue for such trivial violations as a pay stub with a wrong date. Like the ADA, these lawsuits only are intended to force settlements that produce a pay day for the attorney while leaving pennies for the employee.

These issues can be solved with simple solutions that address bad actors while still allowing for real grievances to be litigated.

Such progress on this issue is possible. The California State Senate passed a bill, SB 585, designed to address ADA reform, but that legislation was met with silence in the State Assembly.

In the coming legislative session, I hope local legislators in both chambers seek to protect small businesses and reform the misguided state laws harming them.

Supervisor Debbie Arnold, Atascadero Debbie Arnold represents Atascadero, California Valley, Creston, Garden Farms, Pozo, Santa Margarita, and parts of San Luis Obispo, and Cal Poly on the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors.

Response to Lee Pitts commentary “New Old Movies” Dear Editor,

who face food insecurity look forward to neither.

This would be an ideal time to send a contribution to our local food pantry, Atascadero Loaves, and Fishes so that more families can enjoy the blessing of a plentiful meal on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The address is 5411 El Camino Real, Atascadero. Please join me and reach for an envelope right away.

Our community has been blessed by this nonprofit for Community Support for many years. They can always Local Food Pantry use more volunteers. Just drop by the pantry M-F between 1 Dear Editor, and 3 p.m. and let them know of your interest, or call (805) At this time of year, many 461-1504.

Charlotte Byrne people are deciding between Atascadero turkey or ham for their holiday meal. Many local people Kudos to Lee Pitts for his hilarious piece of outstanding political satire in the Atascadero News “New Old Movies” (Oct. 12). The finest of political satire is always true as was so expertly demonstrated by Mr. Pitts.

Also, congratulations to The Atascadero News for publishing the article.

August Salemi, Atascadero

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a relentless focus on quality and craftsmanship as we step into our future. Both companies are change leaders and by joining forces, we will continue to boldly disrupt the industry and bring the very best in wine and luxury experiences to consumers around the world.”

TWE currently has wine exposure in over 70 countries. It owns over 11,000 hectares — an equivalent to nearly 30,000 acres worldwide. American brands under its ownership include Frank Family Vineyards, Stags Leap, Beringer, Etude, and Beaulieu Vineyards.

The global wine leader first laid its roots in 1843 when Lindeman’s vineyard estab-

lished in the Hunter Valley in regional New South Wales, Australia, and then in 1844 when Penfolds Wine was established by Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary in the outskirts of Adelaide, Australia. A few name changes and acquisitions laters, TWE emerged in 2011.

“The U.S. is the world’s largest wine market and we’re beyond thrilled to add DAOU to our portfolio, cementing our position as a global luxury wine leader,” TWE CEO Tim Ford said of the acquistition. “This is a transformative acquisition that accelerates the growth of our luxury portfolio globally and paves the way for new luxury consumer experiences. DAOU is an award-winning luxury wine

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business with an outstanding track record for growth, and we have grand plans for DAOU to become the next brand with the international scale and luxury credentials of Penfolds. With DAOU, we will be well positioned to connect with a new generation of wine lovers, combining tradition with innovation, culture-led experiences, and global distribution.”

In a Financial Review article written by Simon Evans, he says it took six months for Ford to secure the deal with DAOU. The deal was finally made final last month at the Pebble Beach Golf Club. In 2021, TWE made a similar deal to purchase another California winery, Frank Family Vineyards in the Napa Valley for $434 million.

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Bausch referenced a similar resolution that was passed in the City of Coalinga. In May 2020, that city passed a resolution declaring all of its businesses essential to allow them to operate during any government shutdown.

Many members of the public expressed their support of the council declaring all Paso Robles businesses essential and that masks are a personal choice if another shutdown were to occur in the county, state, or country.

Former Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Trustee Frank Triggs, who is almost 84 years old, believed the council is within their reach to determine all the city’s businesses are essential.

Tim Ford (left) is managing director and CEO of Treasury Wine Estates, while Ben Dollard (right) is president of the company’s Americas division. TWE is the new owner of Paso Robles’ DAOU Vineyard. Photos courtesy of Treasury Wine Estates

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“We should not be doing government overreach to determine which businesses are essential and which are not,” he said. “We need to keep our economy going ... Also, I appreciate the fact that you’re considering that this resolution will simply say it’s the choice of the individual whether to wear a mask [or not].”

Councilmember Fred Strong, echoed the public’s stance on freedom of choice for masking and essential businesses: “We should all be free to make those decisions. I fully agree with what was said.”

The councilmembers unanimously approved the resolution “Declaring Businesses within the City of Paso Robles as ‘Essential’ and Clarifying that Masking is a Matter of Personal

Preference within the City of Paso Robles.”

Members of the public expressed their support for the council to pass the resolution condemning the violence currently happening in Israel and Palestine.

Councilmembers unanimously approved the resolution to condemn the atrocities by the terrorist organization Hamas against the people of the Gaza Strip and Israel, and they stand with all the victims who have been affected by the violence.

Mayor John Hamon, who just returned earlier this week from a trip to Egypt and Jordan, commented that while there were no signs of war where he was, “From my knowledge and what I have been researching,

it’s Hamas that has the problem here and not so much the Palestinian people ... this whole region has been fighting for thousands and thousands of years. And I don’t know if it’s ever going to stop, but this kind of action certainly needs to be condemned, and that’s what we did tonight.”

Newly sworn-in Councilmember Sharon Roden, added, “And if you are a religious person, it goes back to Abraham. They are all related. If you go back genetically we’re all related period. So we hope that those things can be resolved. We all hope that for that area and everywhere else.”

The next Paso Robles City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m.

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at the park. A returning artist to the park show, Wilkie enjoys seeing past customers.

Growing up in Colorado, Wilkie developed a love for the outdoors at a young age and was encouraged by family to pursue visual arts such as ceramics, stained glass, batik, photography, sculpture, drawing, and painting. But his love of coffee developed while living in Costa Rica. From there, he began his coffee series in 2015 and has since sold pieces to customers as far as France and all over the country.

Wilkie had previously seen sand art, which uses a similar technique, but he wanted to incorporate coffee somehow and began experimenting with used coffee grounds. After playing around, he learned to work with different fresh coffee grounds that offer different shades of brown and black.

Living now in Morro Bay, Wilkie finds inspiration from nature, but he says his inspiration can strike from almost anything. For the past 28 years, Wilkie has taught human anatomy, physiology, and biology, but is soon looking to have a little more time for art in his future.

Another artist and Paso Robles local, Samantha Barbieri, has been a vendor at three Art in the Parks, including Morro Bay and Paso Robles.

“My art is best described as contemporary Western art. I use black and white

audience with a selection from Claude Debussy.

“It’s always an honor to be in this competition. I’ve participated in the past three or four times.

It’s always great to be back and play for all the people,” said first place in the Junior Division, Sela Yarbrough, 14, from Fresno.

She performed a piano sonata

by Sergei Prokofiev at the Ballroom but has also graced international stages as well.

“We have another Paderewski Legacy Award winner, Anna Albright [15]. She’s also attended the Colburn Summer Piano Seminar. I think this is going to be a real treat, and we will have some Paderewski here,” said Brescia as he introduced Albright.

Albright currently attends the San Luis Obispo Classic Academy and wants to major in music and languages in Europe in the future.

The recital then went into the winners of the Senior Division, with third-place winner Ellen Butler, 15, from Santa Barbara, taking to the piano keys. She played selections by Paderewski and Prokofiev.

“It was a lot of fun. The other performers are really interesting

people, and I really enjoyed playing today,” said Butler. “I’ve been playing since I was 6 years old with Dr. Natasha Kislenko.”

Sarah Gutshall, 15, from Monterey, was the second-place winner of the Senior Division, and she played piano numbers from Paderewski and Chopin on the stage.

“I’ve enjoyed listening to Suri [Kim] over the years. I believe this is either the fifth or sixth year of participation in this particular festival and as a Cultural Exchange Program student, she’s being able to share not only the hard work in our country but abroad,” stated Brescia as he introduced the first-place winner.

Kim, 15, played selections from Paderewski and Rachmaninov.

She is a student at Orcutt Academy High School and is also interested in creative writing.

The Youth Competition Winner’s Recital was proceeded with the Tina Raymond Trio playing at Libretto on Thursday, Nov. 2; The Cracow Duo playing at the Park Ballroom on Friday, Nov.3; and was followed later that evening by the main event of Mateusz Krzyzowski on Saturday, Nov. 4. Here’s to another successful year of celebrating Paderewski and he brought to the North County.

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of Paso Robles. Both resolutions were requested by Councilmember Chris Bausch at a prior City Council meeting.

During the closing of the Oct. 4 meeting, Bausch requested for the council to add an agenda item to a future meeting that would declare all businesses in the city an essential business in preparation for any potential closures ordered by the county, state, or agencies. He also requested the council to consider a resolution stating any mask mandates similarly imposed will not be enforced by the city and that masking would be a matter of personal preference.

Artist and Paso Robles local Samantha Barbieri poses with some examples of her “Western art” work at the Art in the Park event in Paso Robles City Park. Photo by Camille DeVaul

acrylic paint on canvas,” Barbieri said. “I find inspiration in accurately portraying the hardworking and humble individuals in American Western culture, including cowboys, ranchers, and agricultural workers.”

Barbieri, also known as Bar B Fine Art, is a self-taught contemporary western artist based in Paso Robles.

“This country is so rich with history that I find it important to attempt to invoke emotions through images of influential Natives who shaped this country,” Barbieri said. “I just hope some of my art can make people feel something, whether that be encouragement, motivation, creativity, or even nostalgia.”

Despite being held in November, warm weather welcomed the crowds and artists to the park for one last hurrah before colder temperatures come to the county.

Many of the artists present were local or very familiar with the area. Alexa Alexander used to live and own a downtown Paso Robles business before moving to Southern California. However, she always enjoys coming back to Paso Robles with her folk art. For over 20 years, Atascadero resident Mike Marple has made his unique birdhouses on the Central Coast, taking them to different art shows.

For two days, Nov. 4 and 5, artists showcased their work and creations, including original works of art, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, and photography. Art in the Park is recognized by the artists as one of the top 10 fine art shows in the state of California.

For more information about Art in the Park, go to the Steve Powers and Company website at pasoroblesartinthepark.com.

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Veterans Day Colony Market and Deli honors veterans with free North County sandwiches and fundraising event on Nov. 10 Events on Business will Event Details: • Friday, Nov. 10 offer free Nov. 11 • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free sandwiches Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial 11 a.m.

Veterans Memorial, corner of Morro and Portola Roads, Atascadero Gather at the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Faces of Freedom Memorial hosted by the Atascadero Veterans Memorial Foundation.

Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner 5 p.m.

Atascadero Elks Lodge, 1516 El Camino Real The Atascadero Elks Lodge #2733 is hosting its Annual Ve t e r a n s Ap p re c i a t i on Dinner on November 11 to honor and express gratitude to veterans and their caregivers. Veterans and caregivers are welcome for free, while non-veterans can attend for $12. Call to RSVP at (805) 466-3557.

Veterans Day Memorial 11 a.m.

Veterans Memorial, Paso Robles District Cemetary Program features an invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, welcome, guest speaker, patriotic songs, fly-over, closing prayer, honor guard, and Taps. Flags are placed at all identified veteran’s graves

by American Legion Post 50 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10965.

sandwiches for all active military and veterans (military ID required) • Raffle & silent auction, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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and organize a fundraising event to support K9s for Warriors STAFF REPORT

ATASCADERO — Colony Market and Deli announced its second annual Veterans Day event on Friday, Nov. 10, where the community comes together to honor active military personnel and veterans by offering free sandwiches and organizing a fundraising event to support K9s for Warriors. Last year, this event was a success, giving away over $1,000 worth of sandwiches and raising $5,000 for the noble cause.

On Nov. 10, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Colony Market and Deli will express its gratitude to those who have served and continue to serve our nation by providing free sandwiches to all active military personnel and veterans who visit the deli. This gesture is a small token of appreciation for their dedication, sacrifice, and service to the country.

In addition to the free sandwiches, Colony Market and Deli will host a day filled with

About Colony Market and Deli: Colony Market and Deli is a beloved local establishment known for its delicious sandwiches, community involvement, and commitment to supporting worthy causes.

They take pride in giving back to the community and honoring those who have served our nation.

Last year, Colony Market and Deli honored veterans with their first annual Veteran’s Day event. Photo by Rick Evans

exciting activities to raise funds for K9s for Warriors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing service dogs to veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other service-related conditions. The fundraising event will include raffles and a silent auction, with

all proceeds going to this essential cause.

“We are thrilled to host our 2nd Annual Veterans Day event, and we hope to surpass last year’s efforts in honoring our veterans and supporting K9s for Warriors,” said Joanna Wemple, co-owner of Colony Market and Deli. “Our local community came together in a

remarkable way last year, and we are determined to make an even greater impact this year.”

Last year’s event saw an outpouring of support from the community, and Colony Market and Deli is committed to building on that success. The $5,000 raised last year made a significant difference in the lives of veterans who have received

service dogs from K9s for Warriors.

Colony Market and Deli invites everyone in the community to join them on Friday, Nov. 10, to participate in this heartwarming event. Whether you’re a veteran, an active military member, or a supportive community member, your presence will make a difference.

About K9s for Warriors: K9s for Warriors is a nonprof it organization dedicated to providing service dogs to veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other ser vice-related conditions. They are committed to improving the lives of veterans and increasing their independence through the companionship of well-trained service dogs.

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Templeton High students and coach donate hair for Cancer Awareness post-Breast Cancer month Hair was donated to Children With Hair Loss to make wigs at no cost to the children who receive them

By Blake Ashley Frino-Gerl Guest Contributor

TEMPLETON — Breast Cancer Awareness Month has just passed and a few students at Templeton High School (THS) spared their time and hair to give to nonprofit Children With Hair Loss. A recurring event from past years in Matt Macfarlane’s High School ASB Community Leadership class, junior and student philanthropist Audrey Higgins orchestrated the giving event.

Four students, along with the high school’s cheer coach, Summer Ramos, donated their hair to make wigs for

Children With Hair Loss while raising awareness of the positive impact it has on children with various circumstances that cause their hair loss.The event has become quite the community effort with stylists from the Designs School of Cosmetology in Paso Robles donating their time and effort to provide the haircuts.

Lori Breault is an instructor at the cosmetology and has assisted in the donated haircuts for the second year.

Needing at least 8 inches of hair to donate, it was tough for some to let go of that much length. Hair is an extension of oneself, something that we are accustomed to and take care of, and is noticeable on a daily basis.

Yet, understanding that the hair will grow again, and giving it for a meaningful cause makes it worthwhile and easy thing to do.

When it comes to cancer, many are affected or know someone who is

affected by it. Seeing her sister battle and overcome cancer hit home for Ramos. Her sister loved her wig, and so Ramos decided to donate her own hair to provide some goodness for another person who wants a wig and feel a sense of normalcy.

The goal for the nonprofit, and therefore the students, is to provide Children With Hair Loss with enough hair to create wigs — at no cost to the children who receive them. Taking the time and effort for students and teachers at the high school, along with the cosmetologists, is meaningful.

“The annual tradition is to give back whenever needed,” MacFarlane said. “It gives people who feel powerless against cancer, [the ability] to do something.”

“Part of me is grateful we do this on campus,” Higgins said. “For people who have cancer, this is a small sacrifice we are making.”

The school is passionate in

Ashlee Cueto Lopez holds her cut hair that she donated to Children with Hair Loss. Photo by Matt MacFarlane

supporting causes — fall athletes wear pink shirts provided by Movement For Life and Radiology Associates to show cancer awareness. The leadership class works

with Salvation Army to provide children with Christmas gifts and they also have a blood drive and a sock drive for CAPSLO — all as a means to give back.

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Wild Fields Brewhouse teams up with ALF Food Pantry to host fundraiser for holiday meals for those in need These funds will play a pivotal role in ensuring that ALF’s clients have access to nourishing holiday meals STAFF REPORT

ATASCADERO — On Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., W ild F ields Brewhouse, located at 6907 El Camino Real in Atasc adero, is joining hands with the ALF Food Pantr y, formerly known as Atascadero L oaves and Fishes, to sponsor a fundraiser. This initiative aims to provide holiday meals

to ALF ’s clients residing in Atascadero, Templeton, Santa Margarita, Creston, and California Valley.

D uring this event, W ild Fields Brewhouse will generously donate a percenta ge o f A LF s u p p o r t e r s ’ t a b s t o t h e organiz ation. These funds wil l play a pivotal role in ensuring that ALF ’s clients have access to nourishing holiday meals, fostering a sense of community and support during the festive season.

In 2022, ALF Food Pantr y made a significant impact by distributing over 250 tons of nutritious food, equivalent to 306,000 meals. ALF ’s c lients come

from diverse bac kgrounds, inc luding older adults living solely on social securit y, parents dealing with disabilities, part-time or contract workers, and individuals facing crises such as hospitalization, layoffs, homelessness, or reduced working hours. A striking statistic is that almost half of the recipients are children.

I n 2 0 2 4 , A LF Fo o d Pa n t r y i s p o i s e d to celebrate its 40th anniversar y of providing groceries to community m e m b e r s w h o a r e f o o d - i n s e c u r e . I t ’s w o r t h n o t i n g t h a t A LF i s t h e l a r g est all-volunteer organization in San

L u i s O b i s p o C o u n t y.

ALF Food Pantr y operates as a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, and contributions to the cause are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or ser vices were provided in exchange for the donations.

Your participation in this fundraiser can make a significant difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity in our community. Join W ild Fields Brewhouse on Nov. 15 and be a part of this heartwarming initiative.

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November art and December craft in the Paso Robles City Library STAFF REPORT

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles City Library has announced its calendar of events and activities happening in November and December.

Craft a Retro Christmas Garland Crafters will enjoy December’s retro Felt Christmas Garland craft with a modern twist. Use it to decorate a mantel or Christmas tree or give a special someone this unique gift. Using simple sewing techniques, this project is perfect for beginning through intermediate crafters.

Register with a Paso Robles Library card from Nov. 3-17 to participate in this event and pick up craft materials Wednesday, Dec. 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library Conference Room. Space is limited. For ages 16 and up.

‘Alaska Is Calling’ A retired software engineer, Cheryl Strahl is an “in-themoment” photographer who finds inspiration in nature. “Light is my guide. Where it leads, I follow — camera in hand — as it paints color and shadow, emphasizing lines and shapes, shifting its magic from moment to moment. I am a traveler, but wherever I go, it’s the light that calls to me, offering new perspectives and revealing bits of the world in a way I’ve never seen before. Whether it’s the warm afterglow of a sunset on Half Dome in Yosemite, a rare white lion cub in Africa, the amazing blue color of an iceberg in Alaska, or a beautiful sunset in Morro Bay or Montana de Oro, my camera grants me a personal window to the world, allowing me to capture an image frozen in

time and make it mine.” Strahl’s photographic exhibit, called “Alaska Is Calling,” will include scenery and wildlife from her four trips to Alaska.

To learn more about Strahl and her photography, check out cherylstrahlphotography.com.

‘Last Christmas in Paris’ Join the Paso Robles Library Book Group on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library Conference Room for a discussion of “Last Christmas in Paris” by Hazel Gaynor.

An unforgettably romantic novel that spans four Christmases (1914-1918), “Last Christmas in Paris” explores the ruins of war, the strength of love, and the enduring hope of the Christmas season.

August 1914. England is at war. As Evie Elliott watches her brother, Will, and his best friend, Thomas Harding, depart for the front, she believes — as everyone does — that it will be over by Christmas, when the trio plan to celebrate the holiday among the romantic cafes of Paris. But as history tells us, it all happened so differently.

Christmas 1968. With failing health, Thomas returns to Paris — a cherished packet of letters in hand — determined to lay to rest the ghosts of his past. But one final letter is waiting for him.

This title is available in various formats through the catalog.

Space is limited. Registration is required. For ages 16 and up.

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

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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 6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 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 (805) 237-3751 the class you are welcome to come volunteer and help with the horses any time during our volunteer hours. Volunteer hours are Tuesday through redwingshorse sanctuary.org 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.

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with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/10/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By OPALMA, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/10/2028 PUB: 10/19, 10/26, 11/02, 11/09/2023 LEGAL CM 503

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232249 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: WHITE HORSE SERVICES, 1911 REDWOOD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, WHITE HORSE SERVICES LLC, 1911 REDWOOD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ WHITE HORSE SERVICES LLC, SALVADOR MARTINEZ CUARAO, MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/06/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/06/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 09/11/2028 PUB: 10/19, 10/26, 11/02, 11/09/2023 LEGAL CM 507

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By MSTILETTO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/10/2028 PUB: 10/19, 10/26, 11/02, 11/09/2023 LEGAL CM 506

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By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/06/2028 PUB: 10/19, 10/26, 11/02, 11/09/2023 LEGAL CM 508

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232194 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: THE NERDY TRADERS, 903 EMBARCADERO, MORRO BAY, CA 93442, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, BLUE SHELL’S SWEETS & TREATS INC., 903 EMBARCADERO, MORRO BAY, CA 93442 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information

in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ BLUE SHELL’S SWEETS & TREATS INC., RACHELLE FLEISCHMANN, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 09/27/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 09/27/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By SSTECK, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 09/27/2028 PUB: 10/19, 10/26, 11/02, 11/09/2023 LEGAL CM 509

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232314 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: INDEPENDENT GRAPE GROWERS OF PASO ROBLES AREA, 7970 SUNDANCE TRL, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN UNINCORPORATED ASSOCIATION OTHER THAN A PARTNERSHIP, JOSEPH N. IRICK JR, 7970 SUNDANCE TRL, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, STEVE BAKER, 1991 CIRCLE B RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ JOSEPH N. IRICK JR This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/17/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 06/17/2002 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232197 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: CENTRAL COAST HAIR EXTENSIONS, CENTRAL COAST HAIR, CENTRAL COAST EXTENSIONS, 2727 BUENA VISTA DRIVE SUITE 102 STUDIO 5, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, NIKOLE LEE CASTLE HOWELL, 9050 CURBARIL AVENUE, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ NIKOLE LEE CASTLE HOWELL This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 09/28/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 09/28/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By atrujillo, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 09/28/2028 PUB: 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16/2023 LEGAL CM 513

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232298 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: TOAD WINES, TOAD HOLLOW WINES, TOAD HOLLOW VINEYARDS, 22985 EL CAMINO REAL, SANTA MARGARITA, CA 93453, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, WARROOM VENTURES, LLC, 22985 EL CAMINO REAL, SANTA MARGARITA, CA 93453 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ WARROOM VENTURES, LLC, WILLIAM WISE, CFO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/16/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/16/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/16/2028 PUB: 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16/2023 LEGAL CM 514

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232367 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: NEVER NOT KNITTING, 7360 MORRO RD, STE B, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, NNK PRESS, 7360 MORRO RD SUITE B, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ NNK PRESS, ALANA DAKAS, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/26/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 07/21/2014 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By OPALMA, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/26/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 517

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232241 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: THE RIGDON HOUSE, THE CLOWN, 6465 VON DOLLEN ROAD, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, CASTORO CELLARS, 6465 VON DOLLEN ROAD, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ CASTORO CELLARS, NIELS UDSEN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/05/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 09/12/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/05/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 518

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232331 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: KRAV MAGA XD/SLO COUNTY, 5455 TRAFFIC WAY, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A MARRIED COUPLE, ADAM MORA, 636 CRESTON RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, HILDA VASQUEZ MORA, 636 CRESTON RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ ADAM MORA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/19/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By SSTECK, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/19/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 519

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232278 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: RANCHO SAN MIGUEL HILLS, 10757 PEAR VALLEY WAY, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, RANDY KWIATKOWSKI, 10757 PEAR VALLEY WAY, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451, RACHAEL KWIATKOWSKI, 10757 PEAR VALLEY WAY, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451, DARLA KWIATKOWSKI, 10757 PEAR VALLEY WAY, SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ DARLA KWIATKOWSKI This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/11/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 01/18/2007 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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By MSTILETTO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/11/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 520

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ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By SSTECK, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/18/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 521

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232332 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: ENSURE LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT, 1520 CRESTON RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, HUGO ERON CONTRERAS, 1520 CRESTON RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ HUGO ERON CONTRERAS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/19/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 07/03/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/19/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 522

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232206 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: PHOENIX PHOTO ARCHIVES, 483 ERIC LN, TEMPLETON, CA 93465, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, DONNA LYNN WOLOSHANSKY, 483 ERIC LN, TEMPLETON, CA 93465 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ DONNA LYNN WOLOSHANSKY This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/02/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/02/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 523

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232388 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: THE GIDDY UP, GIDDY UP, 22380 EL CAMINO REAL, SANTA MARGARITA, CA 93453, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, HOLLI R

JUAN-THOMAS, 25042 HOLLYHOCK CT, STEVENSON RANCH, CA 91381 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ HOLLI R JUAN-THOMAS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/30/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/30/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By OPALMA, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/30/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 524

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232346 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: HAPPY PAWS PET GROOMING, 8420 EL CAMINO REAL SUITE E, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, EMILIE PISCHKE, 8420 EL CAMINO REAL SUITE E, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ EMILIE PISCHKE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/23/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 01/01/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By OPALMA, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/23/2028 PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 525

PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO. Petition of LETIZIA NICOLE CANO for change of name, case no. 23CVP-0340 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: LETIZIA NICOLE CANO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follow: a.

Present name: NICOLAS ALEXANDER CANO HOSFORD to Proposed name: NICOLAS ALEXANDER CANO 2. The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before the court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for the change of name should not be granted.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/06/2023 Time: 9:30am Dept: P2 b. The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 c. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county: ATASCADERO NEWS Date: 10/11/2023 /s/ MCKELL, Judge of the Superior Court.

PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 526

PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO. Petition of MARISELA GUERRERO for change of name, case no. 23CVP-0339 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: MARISELA GUERRERO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follow: a. Present name: ALEJANDRO ALFONSO CONTRERASGUERRERO to Proposed

name: ALEJANDRO GUERRERO 2. The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before the court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for the change of name should not be granted.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/06/2023 Time: 9:30am Dept: P2 b. The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 c. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county: ATASCADERO NEWS Date: 10/11/2023 /s/ MCKELL, Judge of the Superior Court.

PUB: 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23/2023 LEGAL CM 527

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232210 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: LUXX SKIN STUDIO, 179 NIBLICK RD #243, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, CANDICE L GROTHMAN, 28155 ALAZAN, MISSION VIEJO, CA 92692 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ CANDICE L GROTHMAN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/02/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/02/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/02/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 530

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232232 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: MOMENTS AND MEMORIES

BY MICHELLE, 938 ALBA CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, MICHELLE ANN ORTIZ, 938 ALBA CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ MICHELLE ANN ORTIZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/04/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/04/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/04/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 531

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232233 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: MD TREES, 938 ALBA CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, MICHELLE ANN ORTIZ, 938 ALBA CT, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ MICHELLE ANN ORTIZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/04/2023

TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 01/04/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/04/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 532

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232406 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: R J KELLOGG TILE AND STONE, 14720 ESCABROSA RD, ATASCADERO, CALIF 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, RICHARD JOHN KELLOGG, 14720 ESCABROSA RD, ATASCADERO, CALIF 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ RICHARD JOHN KELLOGG This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 11/01/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 11/01/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 533

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NOTICE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE A RECALL PETITION TO THE HONORABLE BRUCE GIBSON: Pursuant to Section 11020 of the California Elections code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of District 2 San Luis Obispo County, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of District 2 Supervisor in San Luis Obispo County, California.

The grounds for the recall are as follows: (1) BRUCE GIBSON has abused his powers as supervisor, by (a) getting rid of effective County Administrative Officer, Wade Horton, and replacing him with a crony and political contributor, and (b) turning his back on the District 2 voters who elected him in 2022 by spearheading repeal of the 2022 supervisorial districts to return to 2011 boundaries that ensure his safe future re-election.

(2) GIBSON has exhibited contempt for property owners who live on fixed incomes and have relied on the protection of Proposition 13; and (b) by favoring the interests of Northern California and Los Angeles over San Luis Obispo County.

(3) GIBSON, on multiple occasions, has violated the California Brown provisions, ensuring Supervisors’ decisions receive public notice of proposed governmental action.

(4) GIBSON was silent about (a) the bribery, extortion, and corruption of deceased Supervisor and political ally, Adam Hill, as well (b) the County’s mushrooming county employee pension debt, totaling nearly $1 billion.

(5) GIBSON has worked to hand special interests control over water rights and gravely harmed the County’s small farmers.

The printed names, signatures and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows:

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232409 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: STAR CHILD MEDITATION, 118 MORRO AVE, PISMO BEACH, CA 93449, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, PEBBLES ROZANNE COLLINS, 118 MORRO AVE, PISMO BEACH, CA 93449 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ PEBBLES ROZANNE COLLINS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 11/01/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MSTILLETTO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 11/01/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 534

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232338 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: COUNTRY IN THE CITY CHILDCARE, 2487 STARLING DR, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, AMYL LANETTE PERKINS SISK, 2487 STARLING DR, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ AMYL LANETTE PERKINS SISK This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/20/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 10/02/2006 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business

The original notice and proof of service will be filed with Elaina Cano, County Clerk Recorder., San Luis Obispo County, California.

Paid for by: Committee to Support the Recall of Supervisor Bruce Gibson FPPC ID Number: 1464039

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232338 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: PIONEER AG RESOURCES, 1140 TEE COURT, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A MARRIED COUPLE, DONOVAN RICHARD LANE, 1140 TEE COURT, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, JANICE KAY LANE, 1140 TEE COURT, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ JANICE KAY LANE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/09/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 06/01/2002 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MPAREDES, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/09/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 536

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232423 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: VINE STREET APPAREL, GROOVE STREET, 6150 VIA HUERTO COURT, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, VINE STREET APPAREL INC., 6150 VIA HUERTO COURT, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ VINE STREET APPAREL INC., KRISTEN D. REEVES, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 11/03/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 04/01/2004 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 11/03/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 537

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232386 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: T&R PLUMBING, 7425 EL CAMINO REAL, STE H, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, ENRIQUEZ CONSTRUCTION &

REMODEL, INC., 7425 EL CAMINO REAL, STE H, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ ENRIQUEZ CONSTRUCTION & REMODEL, INC., TYLER ENRIQUEZ, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/30/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/30/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 538

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20232272 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: LOCAL LOCK-IT, 5995 MONTEREY RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A TRUST, MARK MORISOLI, 355 NYGREN RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, DAVID MORISOLI, 34670 MORISOLI RD, SOLEDAD, CA 93960, ALAN MORISOLI, 46542 CREEKSIDE CIR, KING CITY, CA 93930, DIANE JOHNSON, 54120 PINE CANYON RD, KING CITY, CA 93930 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ MARK MORISOLI, TRUSTEE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 10/11/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 09/15/2023 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

By MKATZ, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 10/11/2028 PUB: 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/2023 LEGAL CM 539

SUMMONS ( CITATION JUDICIAL) Case Number (Numero de Caso) CIVSB2207827 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: PETER KEVIN LERVERICH a.k.a. PETER K. LEVERICH; AND DOES 1 TO 100 , INCLUSIVE AND EACH OF THEM YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTA DEMANDADO EL DEMANDATE): RAMISA MALIHA CHOWDHURY NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days.

Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your

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Making Communities Better Through Print. written response must be in proper legal form If you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements.

You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifomia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.eourtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

AVISO! Lo han demandado.

Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion Tiene 30 DiAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesla por escrito en es/a code y hacer que se entregue una cop/a al demandante.

Una carta o una Ilamada telefonica no lo protegen.

Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si de sea que procesen su caso en la corte.

Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda user para su respuesta.

Puede enconlrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la carte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota da presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le padra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisito legales.

Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no pueda pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de serviclos legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. A VISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida

mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la carte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the Court is (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, 247 WEST THIRD STREET, SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA 92415-0210 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direcci6n y el numero de te/efono de/ abogado de/ demandante, o de/ demandante que no Ilene abogado, es): CYNTHIA E. ALLRED, ESQ. - SBN: 307993 (818) 986-3332 COHEN & MARZBAN, LAW CORPORATION, 16000 VENTURA BOULEVARD, SUITE 701, ENCINO, CALIFORNIA 91436 Date(Fecha) May 9, 2022; Chris Goldstein, Clerk STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injuryor Wrongful Death) Case Number (Numero de Caso) CIVSB2207827 Defendant, PETER KEVIN LERVERICH a.k.a. PETER K. LEVERICH 1.

General damages a.

Pain, Suffering and inconvenience $500,000.00 2.

Special damages a.

Medical Expenses: 31,612.00 b.

Future Medical Expenses $50,000.00. e.

Property Damage: $5,476.05 NOTICE OF TRIAL SETTING CONFERENCE AND ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE is scheduled for December 5, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. in Department S25 of the Superior Court located at 247 W. 3rd Street, San Bernardino, California LEGAL CM 511

TS No: CA07000757-23-1 APN: 045-333-017 TO No: 230300546-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED December 2, 2015. 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 January 2, 2024 at 11:00 AM, in the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on December 4, 2015 as Instrument No. 2015061152, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by DIANA HELLER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for PLAZA HOME MORTGAGE, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful

money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST 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: 11808 CALA COURT #49, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $352,282.98 (Estimated).

However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale.

Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right.

The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website www. nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA0700075723-1. 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 NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 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 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case CA07000757-23-1 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. Date: October 23, 2023 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0700075723-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 By: Bernardo Sotelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0442412 To: ATASCADERO NEWS 11/02/2023, 11/09/2023, 11/16/2023 LEGAL CM 515

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MENT TO COMPLAINT (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 23LPC-0014 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): LUIS ALBERTO AMPEREZ TOJ, an individual, also known as Luis A. Amperezstoj; and Does 1 through 10, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): ASPIRE GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY, a corporation, NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days.

Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you.

Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you.

If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center ( w w w. c o u r t i n f o. c a . g o v / selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado.

Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.

Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin

más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales.

Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente.

Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro.

Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales.

AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street San Luis Obispo, California 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is Todd F. Haines, Esq. (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Law Offices of Todd F. Haines, 30495 Canwood Street, Ste 100, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, 600787, 818-597-2240 DATE (Fecha): 8/31/2023 /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario), by M. Landrum, Deputy (Adjunto) 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23/23 CNS-3751785# PASO ROBLES PRESS LEGAL 516

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 69860-KH (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described.

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: Akshar Shipping LLC, 2425 Golden Hill Road, Ste. 106, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 2425 Golden Hill Road, Ste. 106, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: WeShip Store LLC, 2425 Golden Hill Rd, Ste. 106, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

(5) The location and general description of the assets normally found and used in the operation of within named, including but not limited to goodwill, tradename, inventory of stock in trade, accounts, contract rights, leases, leasehold improvement, furniture, fixtures and equipment of that certain business located at: 2425 Golden Hill Road, Ste. 106, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: The UPS Store (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is November 30, 2023 at the office of Inland Empire Escrow, Inc., 12794 Central Avenue Chino, CA 91710, Escrow No. 69860-KH, Escrow Officer: Kimberly A. Hohberg.

(8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above.

(9) The last date for filing claims is November 29, 2023 .

(10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: None Exempt from fee per GC27388.1 (a) (1): not related to real property.

Dated: September 20, 2023 Transferees: WeShip Store LLC, By: Kishan Dholiya, Managing Member 11/9/23 CNS-3754284# PASO ROBLES PRESS LEGAL CM 528

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24074 et seq.)

Escrow No. 010442-SH Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made.

The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and address of the Seller/ Licensee are: C. SKY DEVELOPMENTS, INC., 6040 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 92422 The business is known as: COLONY MARKET AND DELI The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and addresses of the Buyer/ Transferee are: RESTAURANT DAD’S, LLC, 6040 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 92422 As listed by the Seller/ Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/ Transferee are: NONE The assets to be sold are described in general as: LEASEHOLD INTEREST AND IMPROVEMENTS, FURNITURE, FIXTURES, AND EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, GOODWILL, AND ABC LICENSE and are located at: 6040 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 92422 The kind of license to be transferred is: 41-ON-SALE BEER AND WINE-EATING PLACE Now issued for the premises located at: 6040 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 92422 The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is JANUARY 3, 2024 at the office of: SUPREME ESCROW, INC., 3701 WILSHIRE BLVD., #535 LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, is the sum of $380,000.00 plus inventory of $8,500.00, which consists of the following: Description/Amount CASH $388,500.00 It has been agreed between the Seller/Licensee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Dated: OCTOBER 2, 2023 SELLERS: C. SKY DEVELOPMENTS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION BUYERS: RESTAURANT DAD’S, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1961830-PP ATASCADERO NEWS 11/9/23 LEGAL CM 529

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Giving thanks and spinach salad

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

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.

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

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read somewhere that giving thanks is good for your mind and body.

The article said that studies have linked gratitude with better sleep habits, reduced inflammation and overall happiness. If that is true, then we should experience all of those things in abundance this month, as November is known for giving thanks. W hy else do we have a day called Thanksgiving?

I give thanks ever y day for my family, my friends, and the ability to live in this area. We are blessed with great weather (most of the time) and a wonderful variety of fruits, vegetables, and wines.

This week’s recipe is sure to please those who gather at your Thanksgiving table.

Add them to your menu and watch for the response.

This spinach salad is blanketed in a warm maple dressing, reminding us that winter is c lose by.

It will make a nice addition to your Thanksgiving feast and your December holidays menus. And with spinach, apples, blueberries, and almonds, it ’s just plain “good for you” anytime.

Spinach Salad with Warm Maple Dressing I n g r e d i e n t s f o r Wa r m Maple Dressing: • 1/3 cup avocado oil • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar • 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup • 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard • 1/2 teaspoon honey • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• Salad Ingredients: • 1/4 cup sliced almonds • 1 (5-ounce) bunch spinach, stemmed and roughly chopped (about 8 cups), or 8 cups baby spinach (5 ounces) • 1/2 cup thinly sliced unpeeled Honeycrisp apple (from 1 small (6 ounces apple) • 1/4 cup fresh blueberries • 1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup) • Kosher salt, to taste • Black pepper, to taste Directions for Dressing: Combine oil, vinegar, m a p l e s y r u p, m u s t a r d , h o n e y, p a p r i k a , s a l t , and pepper in a lidded glass jar. Process with an immersion blender until well combined, about 30 seconds, or seal with a lid and shake vigorously.

Directions for Salad: Heat a small skill e t o ve r m e d i u m - h i g h .

Add almonds; cook, stirring often, until toasted

Christmas creep

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA A place of hope! Join us for in-person worship on Sundays at 9 A.M. Services are also streamed on our YouTube channel, Hope Lutheran Church Atascadero. We offer Sunday School for all ages after worship.

Learn more at ourhopelutheran.net. 8005 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero.

805.461.0430. office@ourhopelutheran.org.

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LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER-LCMS 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 466-9350; Morning Bible class at ou may have heard of the 9 a.m. Sunday; Coffee and Sunday Worship with Holy Communion “Christmas creep.” NO, at 10 a.m. Sunday; Thursday morning Bible class 10 a.m. followed IT’S NOT ME. It refers by refreshments and fellowship; Developmentally disabled Bible to the trend by merchants who class 1st and 3rd Saturday mornings; redeemeratascadero.org; are putting out their Christmas redeemeratascadero@gmail.com; Pastor Wayne Riddering. crud earlier and earlier each year. It creeps me out to see Santa Claus, LED tree lights PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC We honor ancient scriptures, responding to God’s contemporary and Christmas cards covered call to be just and kind.; Join us for Worship Sunday, 10 a.m.; in snow when it’s 100 degrees Church School Sunday, 10:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship 11 a.m.; outside. There ought to be a Men’s Bible Study, Wednesday, 8 a.m.; Women’s Bible Study, law that stores can’t sell cheap Friday, 10 a.m.; Youth Group; 1301 Oak St., Paso Robles; Chinese Christmas crud before July 4.

(805) 238-3321.

It’s been a year of attrition as far as our Christmas card list ST. ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH 820 Creston Road., Paso Robles; (805) 238-2218- Parish Office open is concerned, and it’s a sign of Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; website: www.saintrosechurch.org; Mass the moral decay in this country times;Daily Mass- 12:00 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Tues. 7 p.m. Spanish; that fewer and fewer people are Saturday 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Spanish Vigil Mass; Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 sending out the traditional cards a.m.; Spanish Mass at 12:30PM. Father Rudolfo Contreras. along with the requisite holiday letter bragging about all the familial accomplishments like TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 940 Creston Road, Paso Robles; has Sunday worship new additions, subtractions and services at 9:30 a.m; For more information, call the church at any new tattoos in the family.

Last year, the average Amer(805) 238-3702. Ext. 206. ican family sent out 28 ChristATASCADERO FOURSQUARE CHURCH - FATHER’S HOUSE 2100 Ramona Road. Sunday service at 10am. Will & Lori Barrow, Pastors; (805) 466-3191; fathershouseafc.com

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mas cards, whereas my wife and I sent over 100, but I’m sure this number will be greatly reduced this Christmas, and it’s not just because some of our elderly friends checked out early. With the Post Office raising the price of stamps yet again to 66 cents and the shortage of paper and glitter making the cards more expensive, one really has to cut out the waste in their list. So far, it’s been a beans-and-weiners-year here at the Pitts’ place, and when the cost of sending a Christmas card exceeds a buck apiece, you have to ask yourself if everyone on your list is really that card-worthy.

I notice there aren’t as many Hallmark stores around anymore and I think it’s better not to send anything at all rather than send out cards you bought at a dollar store. What does that say about your friendship? That you’re sending this card only because you expect to get one in return?

If that’s the case, shouldn’t there be an intervention where both parties agree to cease and desist, sending out tidings of great joy?

I think the day is fast approaching when the traditional Christmas card will be

thrown on the trash heap of history, and it’s not only because the Post Office is so busy delivering Amazon stuff that they don’t have time to get the first class mail out in a timely manner. In their stead, you’ll get a Christmas email or text. But a Christmas email just doesn’t say Merry Christmas as good as those wonderful Christmas photo cards you used to get and put on the door of the refrigerator with a magnet. My wife saves those photo cards in scrapbooks for future reference when we’re trying to figure out if so and so is on their third or fourth marriage or if one of the kids is a different sex than they were a year ago.

In years past, 93 percent of all Christmas cards were purchased by women, but I insist on having a say because sending them out to customers of my syndicated column can be tricky. You don’t want to send one that’s so big you have to pay extra postage because what does that say, that you’re getting rich at their expense? Then again, if you send out one too chintzy, they’ll think you really are a greedy tightwad.

Taking people off your list because you haven’t heard from

and golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat; transfer almonds to a plate, and set aside. Toss together spinach, apple, blueberries, feta, and toasted almonds in a large heatproof bowl. Set aside. Add dressing to skillet; heat over medium until it just begins to simmer, about 1 minute. Pour about 6 tablespoons warm dressing over salad, and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve salad with remaining warm dressing if desired.

Note: Dressing can be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in refrigerator. Heat dressing just before serving. Serve leftover warm maple dressing over seared salmon, scallops, or chicken.

Cheers!

Barbie Butz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at bbutz1@outlook.com

them in ages can be tricky, too, because, sure enough, the day before Christmas, you’ll get a card from them and you don’t have time to retaliate. I have some friends (and they know who they are) who solve this problem by waiting until April to send out their Christmas cards. But what does this say about your friendship, that they like you too, but not so much it didn’t stop them from waiting until after Christmas to buy their cards at half-price before expressing their undying love?

This Christmas, I have a couple suggestions on how to save money. It’s NOT tacky to recycle those free cards sent out by charities begging for money, even though you didn’t give them one red cent. Another option is making your own cards like you did in kindergarten. As for me, I have the added option of wishing everyone Merry Christmas in my column. Perhaps my customers might even fancy it up with some bells and holly just to show how well we’re all doing.

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

Harvesting inner abundance

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.

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THE REVIVAL CENTER t Awakening Ways Center for Spiritual A division of Alpha Beth Ministries; 3850 Ramada Drive (corner of Living, we focus on Ramada and Cow Meadow), Paso Robles; 805-434-5170; Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz; a charismatic non-denominational fellowship; Reaching one seed of awakening each People, Building Homes; Sundays 10am, Wednesday 7pm; alphabeth@ month as our central theme.

At the beginning of the month, tcsn.net, www.alphabeth.org; Instagram @the_revival_center we plant the seed, then water and nurture it throughout the month. By the end of the month, we have expanded our conscious awareness of the kernel and cultivated its richBe included in the ness into form in our lives.

Our seed for November is Atascadero News & Paso Robles Press “Harvesting Inner Abundance.”

Worship Directory for an entire year at It is a theme that encourages exploring and cultivating the lavish abundance within ourselves. It emphasizes the concept of personal wealth beyond material possessions, focusing on gratitude and mindfulness to recognize the

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opulence already present in our lives.

It is an expansion of the theme of gratitude we all begin to contemplate in November as we approach the holidays and prepare to give thanks on the fourth Thursday of the month.

The idea is to cultivate gratitude, nurture mindfulness, and reap the rewards.

Cultivating gratitude involves actively recognizing and appreciating the abundance in life, regardless of its size or significance. It’s about acknowledging the blessings, whether they’re significant accomplishments, simple pleasures, moments of kindness, or lessons learned from challenges. Practicing gratitude involves intentionally focusing on the positive aspects of life, which can lead to a more optimistic outlook and improved mental well-being.

By consciously acknowledging the bountiful aspects of life, one develops a mindset centered on thankfulness and appreciation. This practice can be incorporated into your daily

life through activities like keeping a gratitude journal, regularly expressing thanks to others, or taking moments to reflect on what you are grateful for. Ultimately, the consistent acknowledgment of life’s gifts, big and small, helps foster a sense of contentment and overall happiness.

Nurturing mindfulness involves cultivating heightened awareness and being fully present in each moment. It’s about consciously engaging with the richness of experiences, emotions, and sensations as they unfold without judgment or distraction. This practice encourages a deeper connection to the present, fostering a greater appreciation for life and a more profound understanding of oneself and the surrounding environment.

Mindfulness involves paying attention to the present moment, whether it’s through meditation, focused breathing exercises, or simply observing daily activities with a heightened sense of awareness. By doing so, you can

better understand your thoughts, emotions, and reactions, leading to a more profound connection with the world around you.

Reaping the rewards of embodying gratitude and mindfulness involves experiencing life in a more enriched and fulfilling manner. When you actively practice gratitude, you are more attuned to the abundance in your life, which creates a positive outlook. Recognizing and appreciating the big and small blessings can lead to a greater sense of contentment and joy.

The combination of gratitude and mindfulness creates a powerful synergy, enhancing one’s overall well-being and leading to a more joyful existence.

As you practice being grateful and mindful, you will feel the inner peace and contentment everyone longs for.

You are rich. I am grateful.

And so it is.

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

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Greyhounds head into CIF quarterfinals this Thursday

Templeton loses first-round CIF Central Section game against Washington Union

Greyhounds will play Washington Union from Fresno, who won their game last Friday against the Templeton Eagles.

While the Greyhounds had a first-round bye in the CIF Central Section Division III bracket, the Eagles played the Washington Union Panthers in the opening round and lost 25-7. After a scoreless first quarter, Washington Union made its advance in the second quarter, securing an 18-7 halftime lead, and scoring a second-half touchdown to ice it.

by Camille DeVaul Photos by Rick Evans

NORTH COUNTY — We are officially in CIF playoff season in North County, and the Atascadero High football team has again made it to the quarterfinals. This Thursday, Nov. 9, the

The Eagles ended their season with a 5-6 record and the Panthers advance with a 4-7 record to play Atascadero Greyhounds this week.

The Greyhounds will be stepping into CIF with 10-0 regular-season record. They ended their Ocean League season with a 42-24 win against Pioneer Valley Panthers on Friday, Oct. 27.

As Coach Victor Cooper’s first undefeated season in his career, he starts this year’s CIF road in the quarterfinals with

a strong team.

“We have many players stepping up all over the place. Kane [Cooks] and Mateo [Cano] have been leaders all year, and we expect them to continue as long as we can keep this thing going,” said Cooper.

Senior Mateo Cano secured three touchdowns in the Pioneer Valley game. Another senior, Kane Cooks, has made a name for himself this season as quarterback. Cooks has secured 90 points this season for the Greyhounds. According to MaxPreps,

he is ranked in the top 91 in California for one stat, top 16 in Central Section for one stat, and top 1 in Division III for two stats.

As for Cano, he is ranked in the top 61 in Central Section for one stat, top 8 in Division III for one stat, and top six in Ocean League for one stat.

Together, the seniors hope to bring one more championship to the Greyhounds’ plate.

With a bye last week, the Greyhounds have had some additional time to prepare for Thursday.

“ We’ve always had a one-week plan,” Cooper said.

“Not looking ahead or behind.

The record has nothing to do with the game this week. We are solely focused on Washington Union.

“The Panthers are a solid team that has had some success in a tough league. We expect a battle. Good vs. good. It’s gonna be entertaining.”

The Greyhounds will face the Panthers this Thursday, Nov. 9, on the Atascadero High field at 7 p.m.

Week of November 9-15 TEMPLETON Boys Basketball 11/14 | 3:45 / 5 / 6 pm | Arroyo Grande (FR/JV/V) Girls Basketball No Games

Boys Soccer No Games Girls Soccer No Games

ATASCADERO Football 11/9 | 7 pm | Washington Union (CIF) Boys Basketball 11/15 | 3:45 / 5 / 6:30 pm | Paso Robles Scrimmage (FR/JV/V) Girls Basketball 11/14 | 4 / 6 pm | Riverdale (JV/V)

For full details on games, locations, etc. please visit: templetonhs.schoolloop.com/Athletics

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PASO ROBLES

Girls Soccer 11/14 | 4 / 6 pm | Riverdale (JV/V)

Boys Basketball 11/15 | 3 / 4:30 / 6:30 pm | Atascadero Scrimmage (FR/JV/V)

Boys Soccer 11/14 | 4 / 6 pm | Paso Robles Scrimmage (JV/V)

Girls Basketball 11/15 | 3:45 / 5 / 6:30 pm | Atascadero (FR/JV/V)

Wrestling No Games

- Coach Victor Cooper

Boys Soccer 11/14 | 4:30 / 6 pm | Atascadero (JV/V) Wrestling No Games

Girls Soccer

For full details on games, locations, etc. please visit: atascaderousd.cyberschool.com/AHS/Department/32-Athletics

Mateo is a hard-nosed, tough player that has improved every game this season and is peaking at the right time. His emergence as a running back in the second half of the regular season has made us a tough team to defend..

No Games

For full details on games, locations, etc. please visit: pasoschools.org/domain/543

MATEO CANO Senior

SCHOOL: Atascadero High School SPORT: Football STATS: Cano is ranked in the top 61 in

Central Section for 1 stat, top 8 in Division III for 1 stat, and top 6 in Ocean for 1 stat.