The construction of a rustic train station brought more than trains to Templeton. Shortly after the first passenger train arrived at the Templeton train station on Nov. 29, 1886, the town sprouted hotels, restaurants, saloons, and a newspaper. Read More …
A late grape harvest in the Paso Robles wine country this year paved the way for a boisterous group of winemakers to help blend “XXII”—Firestone Walker’s latest barrel-aged anniversary ale. Read More …
Surrounded by her family and friends, Dolores Thomas celebrated her 100 birthday at Las Brisas Retirement Community on Saturday. The San Luis Obispo centenarian commemorated the day with a country western concert and a luncheon attended by more than 80 people. Read More …
Members of he San Luis Obispo County Golden Retrievers will attempt to break the ‘largest dog photo shoot’ following their annual Goldens in the Park event on July 14. In April, a group of film makers set the record at 108 dogs in a photo taken in Los Angeles, according to Guinness World Records. Read More …
A wildfire burning in the foothills above Goleta has consumed 50 to 80 acres and destroyed 20 structures. Santa Barbara County Fire produced the following videos and photos. Read More …
Photos by Richard Bastian
On Thursday evening, 188 Templeton High School graduating seniors received diplomas at the Eagles Stadium in the small community of Templeton. Parents, family and friends filled the seats leaving only the lawn for late attendees. Read More …
The San Luis Obispo Chapter of the ACLU is hosting its bi-annual general meeting on March 31 (this Saturday) at the San Luis Obispo Library’s Community Room located at the corner Read More …
OPINION by JODY LANGFORD
Predictably, after every mass shooting, most recently the tragedy in Florida, the same anti-gun talking heads spew the same talking points. They call for “reasonable” gun laws and blame the NRA and the “gun culture” for the shooting. Read More …
By STEW JENKINS Stella Ann Jenkins died peacefully on Jan. 8. She was 92-years-old. She will always be in our hearts. During the past year, Stella so enjoyed her last birthday, Read More …
By ALLAN COOPER Friends and family come together Each year this yuletide day In shelter from the chilly weather To admire a festive winter display We’re mindful as this Read More …