Ain't there a poet lariat
around?
Someone to put this ol' horse town
Right on the map where it oughta be,
So all them city-slickered dudes can see
We're just as dad-blamed
cultured . . . Yesiree!
--- WordyDave
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(18th) The city is now officially
bicycle friendly. Does that mean that it hated bicyclists prior to being
awarded a
bronze standing?
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(18th) It's déjà vu all over again: There aren't enough
funds in the city coffers for
4th
of July fireworks. This perennial scenario will spur another rush to get
donations from fun loving patriots like you and me.
Stay tuned.
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(18th) The 5th annual
Warbirds, Wings and Wheels event was a resounding success!
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(18th) Controversy is brewing (don't you love the
cliches I use?) over Paso's selection of a
new police chief. See comments under the article.
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(11th) The
Festival of the
Arts weekend event starts May 24th. Time to culturize your family with a
good dose of stilt-walkers, BBQ, 25 plein air artists, adult and kids
classes, and more.
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(11th) A newly refurbished Paso 'P' is being
installed TODAY on the hill above the KPRL radio station. Thanks to Don
Dahl, Boyd Tackitt and everyone else who volunteered their time and muscle
to make this a successful project.
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(11th)
Big antique show this
weekend at the Event Center. Huge, in fact with over 90 dealers.
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(11th)
Santa Maria is angry after a rough-and-tumble game against the Bearcat
baseball squad. Paso Robles won in the 9th after some down and dirty play
and umpire trouble. Great story.
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(11th)
Warning: Your kids
and grandkids may be tracked if you're posting their photos taken with
certain cell phones. Old news, but a good reminder.
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(11th) What do you know about
Camp Atascadero?
5000 troops were stationed there before the town existed.
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(11th)
Kudos to the high school magazine staff for publishing an award winning
spread.
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(4th) The
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is being updated and public input is
sought. This includes pinpointing terrorist targets as well as possible
natural disasters. Here is the current plan, which doesn't mention terrorism
as a threat:
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(4th) The
open burning period is officially over for this year. Time to roll that
burn barrel back to the barn.
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(4th) Paso's teacher of the year is
Jim Steaffens - Congratulations, Jim.
Pictures and story here if you're on Facebook.
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(4th)
Rainmakers wanted to help solve the area's growing water shortage
problem.
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(4th) Hey, there's another free
Pickleball clinic for you newbies today at 10:00 at Centennial Park.
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(4th) "It might be sirius."
Another UFO is spotted near Paso Robles.
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(27th) For those of you with special interest in
Paso Robles schools - there is a new Facebook discussion page for you to
give your opinions and share your concerns:
Paso
Schools - Concerned Citizens.
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(27th) Local olive oil wins the
Gold Medal in
Los Angeles competition.
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(27th)
Watering restrictions start up again on May 1 in Paso.
*
(27th) State Senator
Mark Leno continues the insanity in Sacramento.
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(27th) Phil Dirkx opines on
north county water shortages.
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(20th) On this day in history,
government troops slaughtered scores of men, women and children - in
Colorado.
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(20th) Can't get enough tractor pull excitement in
your life? Cal Poly's
Tractor Pull Club will be showing off tonight at Poly Royal. Click on
the Date tab.
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(20th) Do you need a culture fix?
Get it here
tonight in SLO.
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(20th) Cambria's annual
Chili Cook-Off and Car
Show is today.
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(20th) Feel like you need a little more exercise?
Here are the best
running trails in Paso Robles.
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(20th) Nominations are now being accepted for the
Bearcat Athletic Hall of Fame award. Click here to see who's already in
it:
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(13th) Did you know there are
'pot for sale' ads on telephone poles in Paso? The Drug Enforcement Team
has its hands full. See comments under the article.
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(13th)
Paso Robles makes commitment to go green with the governor, unlike SLO.
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(13th) The
$50 million sewer plant construction project is underway.
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(13th)
Paso's number one cat lover is honored at ceremony. Congratulations,
Alex.
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(13th) Five Bearcats named to play in the
FCA All-Star Football Classic.
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(13th) The governor has appointed
Linda Schaedle to the California State
Independent Living Council.
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(13th)
Local city volunteers are on display in the lobby of City Hall during
the month of April for National Volunteer Week.
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(6th) According to this report, Paso Robles
city will have a surplus of $400 to $500 this fiscal year to help fight
crime.
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(6th) Burglary thwarted in Paso.
Resisting arrest lands perp in hospital and jail thanks to man's best
friend - a trained K-9.
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(6th) Paso Robles
photography workshop is scheduled for the end of the month.
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(6th)
Concerts in the Park has posted its 2013 schedule.
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(6th) Here's the test to see whether you're a local
or one of those wine country tourists:
how do you pronounce the city's name?
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(6th)
Big Warbirds
Museum event coming in May. Car show, planes, and local celebrities.
Don't miss it.
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(30th) This Easter season proclaims
the greatest truth you will ever hear - there is eternal, wonderful,
sinless life after death. May God speak to hearts and give hope to the
hopeless as we celebrate the resurrection tomorrow!
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(30th)
New restaurant on Creston Road will hire 30.
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(30th) New
Gallup Poll rates Paso in the top ten of cities that can boast of
"well-being."
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(30th)
Generosity is alive and well in Paso Robles: cookies galore for our
local troops.
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(30th) A big howdy to the new PR Press editor,
Brian Williams.
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(30th)
Paso firefighter injured in blaze will be okay.
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(22nd)
Golfing is still a Bearcat highlight. Congratulations to the team for
whipping Mission Prep on Monday.
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(22nd) And your current Bearcat sports leaders are:
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(22nd)
The search continues for Paso's top cop.
*
(22nd) Yet, one more plug for the
Historical Society's current photo exhibit.
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(17th) Happy Lord's Day -
today's Bible reading.
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(17th) Paso pollen count updated daily here:
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(16th) More hiring going on locally -
Smart
and Final featured a job fair yesterday.
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(16th) The
Bearcat baseball Booster Club is hosting a fund raiser tomorrow.
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(16th) Only one
B & B in
California placed in the top 25 bed and breakfasts in the U.S. Yes, it's
in Paso Robles.
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(16th) Time to get off the couch and
visit a meteorite. The Santa Lucia Rockhound will be displaying a number
of different items during April at the Library.
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(16th)
More hubbub at the Paso Robles School Board meetings, where finding the
"truth" is of paramount concern.
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(9th)
Cupcakes galore await you at Paso's new bakery.
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(9th)
Oak Park
redevelopment is officially started.
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(9th)
Local teachers to get pink slips according to the district's president,
Katy Griffin. The State is still short of cash.
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(9th) The people have chosen Paso's new
125th Anniversary logo. It was my first choice, too. Congratulations,
oak tree lovers everywhere!
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(9th)
Two WWII veterans from Paso Robles will be honored with a trip to
Washington, D.C. to view a number of military memorials. Congratulations to
Dale Zeulner and Art Hypo.
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(9th) More etceteras are issued regarding
Paso's infamous street repair work.
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(9th)
Pickleball is the
fastest growing sport in America, and you can add your name to a team
right now. Their next meetup is in Centennial Park at 9 a.m. today. They
have a cool looking website, too.
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(2nd) Don't the miss
Women's History Day at the Pioneer Museum next Saturday, the 9th from
1-4.
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(2nd) Did you know you can learn
T'ai Chi Ch'uan and ballet locally?
Oh, throw in a little hip hop, too.
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(2nd) What is
Paso's vision for a food co-op?
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(2nd) The
five year financial forecast is looking good, according to local city
fathers.
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(2nd)
128 cats rendered non-reproductive during Spay Day. A record number, but
more slicing and dicing is needed.
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(2nd)
New river trail officially open.
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(2nd) The CIF State Championship wresting finals
begin this weekend in Bakersfield. Daily blog and videos here:
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(2nd)
Oak Park on fire. Firefighters use soon-to-be-demolished
south circle home for training.
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(2nd)
Wilson's Restaurant is now in the history books. Don Dahl and I had
pancakes there the morning some of this video was made.
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(2nd)
Fallen soldier mementos find a new home.
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(16th) We say goodbye to our old homestead
Oak Park as demolition begins in earnest.
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(16th) "Calling all cars . . . calling all cars!"
Here's another announcement if you're interested in
helping the police department out.
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(16th)
Speaking your mind has its rewards.
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(16th) The
school district's final offer:
more work for less pay.
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(16th) Would you let someone
duct tape you to a pole in public for a few pennies?
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(16th)
Dale Gomer is in the news after landing a new contract to haul your
trash.
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(16th) Be sure to visit the Carnegie Library's
Historical Society for a unique presentation of
vintage Central Coast photographs.
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(16th) Recent Paso Robles not-so-emergency calls:
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(9th) The city library is offering
free tax preparation help by appointment. Oh, it's only for low or
moderate income earners.
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(9th) Good idea, but
who will pay for the vandalism?
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(9th) It's all about
saving $4 million for the new sewer plant.
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(3rd)
Bearcat wrestlers earn CIF playoff berth.
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(2nd)
Local teachers cast a
no-confidence vote for their Superintendant.
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(2nd) Paso Robles now has a new moniker:
the Foodie Playground.
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(2nd) Here are a few photos of the old Paso Robles
Daily Press building and crew:
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(2nd) If you're craving the old Daily Press, you might
be interested in this local news
outlet.
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(2nd)
Terry Minshull is in the news! Another good reason to visit the Paso
Robles Pioneer Museum!
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(2nd) They still can't count all of
Paso's homeless correctly.
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(2nd) The next big event in Paso Robles involves
Clark Gable. February 10th. Downtown.
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(2nd) Need to
train your honey on the skills of motorcycle riding? Training is coming
up the 8th thru the 10th at the
Fairgrounds.
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(26th) Big gala event tonight for the
Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce. Both elegance and opulence will
be attending.
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(26th) Merit badges for job-seeking skills are
offered by the City Library:
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(26th)
Current developers are asking for more than the city is willing to give.
Big powwow will decide who gets what.
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(26th) Local
food bank is a success story, thanks to you!
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(26th) There's just no stopping the
Bearcat wrestling team!
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(26th) "Does
Carls Jr. in Paso Robles drug test?"
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(26th) Can you guess the
next big driver for the economy in Paso?
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(26th)
Local sheep provide milk for Negranti Dairy's ice cream business.
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(26th)
New county jail facilities are on the dream list for Paso Robles.
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(19th)
Local developer fees of $10,000 will continue to be waived through June.
The city has lost about $1 million in the past two years, but the
incentive has added to the work force and local sales tax coffers.
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(19th) "Paso Robles ranked as
the pefect getaway." No, I didn't misspell 'perfect' here. KSBY did.
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(19th)
Lions Club honors local athletes.
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(19th) World Champion
San Francisco Giants will be hosting a 2012 World Series Trophy look-see
at the City Park gazebo February 15th from 4:30 to 6:30. Go, Giants!
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(19th) Paso events magazine for January-May is
online:
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(19th)
Pajama party time at the City Library, Jan. 31st at 6:30. There's no
prohibition against parents wearing pajamas, but you might want to get a
second opinion.
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(19th)
Bearcat wrestlers are having a
great year.
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(19th) Paso's newest
Mayor Pro-Tem is named. Congratulations to Ed Steinbeck.
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(19th) The district's
schools are finally in the black.
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(19th) Downtown's
Artisan Restaurant will offer outdoor seating on the sidewalk. Kiss your
privacy goodbye. Any photographer can now legally take your picture and post
it for the world to see. Oh, that's right! There are people who WANT you to
do that!
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(12th) Is it cold enough yet ? ? ?
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(12th)
Hone your HDR skills as a photographer on Jan 26th in downtown Paso
Robles. For photographers only. For fancy software manipulation
photographers who like to tweak their pictures only. These are the elite of
the photog world. Probably not you.
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(12th) At last ---
another bakery opens in the historical Park Street bakery
location! Yahooooo!
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(12th) Mayor Duane Picano declares agenda for 2013.
Unfortunately, we don't know where to find the interview.
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(12th) Do you want to see what
Paso High is publishing?
This ain't your 1960's anymore!
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(12th)
Athletes of the Week announced in wrestling and water polo.
Congratulations,
Kevan and Kylie.
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(4th) It's
back to the drawing board in pursuit of
new police chief.
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(4th) Congratulations to the
Bearcat cross country boys. They finished 5th in the CIF finals.
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(29th)
Don and Gail Campbell named 2012 Roblan of the Year.
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(29th)
Hiding in the old Paso High gym for 70 years - a few relics are
accidentally discovered. Photo by Gene Miller.
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(29th) Cousin
Cecil Gambel helps celebrate Templeton's American Legion. Over 90 years
of service to the community.
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(29th)
New playground proposal in the City Park needs some open pockets - to
the tune of $350,000.
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(29th) Happy New Year to all the friends of
PasoRobles-USA.com!
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(24th) Merry Christmas to all as the birth of
Christ is celebrated around the world. There is
a reason for the season, and it is beautifully announced by Jesus in John's
gospel: "For God so loved the world that
he gave his only Son,
that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
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(24th)
Paso's newest police officer is a bona fide hero. Be sure to welcome
Chris McGuire when you see him!
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(24th) The Planning Commission has added to its
roster:
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(24th) Paso is seeking new committee members to
oversee upcoming roadwork spending. This will be the most exciting
municipal job in recent history.
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(24th) The city is offering $1500 to the designer
who creates
the best new Paso Robles logo, which will be unveiled at the 125th
birthday celebration.
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(15th)
Now is
the time to help out the community.
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(15th) Here's a Paso
December event calendar.
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(15th) Paso Robles'
newest hotel is open for business.
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(15th) New police chief has something to say:
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(8th)
Paso High teens vow to wear seatbelts.
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(8th)
Paso's new police chief Manny Guaderrama will take charge after final
vetting.
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(8th)
Mayor and City Council officially ready to get to work.
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(8th)
Your next dental visit might just be more like a spa treatment.
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(1st) Gun sales are at record high due to a number
of reasons. Paso Robles will host its
Gun Show
next weekend at the Event Center.
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(1st) Paso's
Christmas
Lights Parade takes place TONIGHT at 7:00. Prepare for some closed
streets.
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(1st) The local decision makers will choose between
two
final candidates for top cop job.
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(1st) The latest scoop on the Union Road redo is
here:
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(1st) The
tire pressure police will soon be fining you for adding to the
greenhouse gas problem. Oh, sorry, they're doing that already. Just
realize that it will only
get worse.
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(24th) "Hey,
let's go watch TV on our new flatscreens under the Niblick Bridge!"
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(24th)
Phil Dirkx lauds recent road improvements and tax increases and receives
our "You've Got Guts" award after being blasted in the comments section.
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(24th) The city will use
Bicycle Transportation Grant monies to improve part of poor ol' Union
Road.
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(24th) It's hard to resist a children's choir,
especially when it's name is Debut, part of the
Central Coast Children's Choir. December 8 and 9.
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(24th) Not the best way to bring the
Welcome Wagon to your neighbor's home.
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(24th) Remembering loved ones in a special way has
prompted
Scot Burns to light 35 trees in the City Park. Be sure to watch the
video.
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(17th)
Thanksgiving Day is a reminder of the bounty of God's blessings in this
life. It's a time to
give thanks for the
wonder of His creation, the joys of family, and the opportunity to know
Him personally. Have a blessed day.
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(17th) Local
Elks Lodge gives
dictionaries to
Shandon school.
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(17th)
Veterans honored again on Veterans Day.
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(17th)
Pasolivo olive ranch sells after
$300 million Ponzi scheme robs investors.
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(17th)
Ground water wars result in lawsuit as the current ordinance is
challenged.
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(17th) Local business
expands its headquarters.
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(17th)
Tractor Supply Store opens in Paso, complete with birdseed, cast iron
cookware, and jewelry for you city slickers.
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(17th) Congratulations to
Josh Orcutt for placing 2nd in California for his sports
photography.
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(11th) Be sure to fly your flag today in
honor of Veterans Day.
Here is a list of events in the area.
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(10th)
Bearcats go
down in tear-jerker fashion in CIF playoff game last night.
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(10th) And
your new mayor is ---- your old mayor!
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(10th) The school district may spend
$17,000 on violins in order to increase Paso Robles student population.
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(10th)
Phil gets a flat.
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(10th)
County economy is booming compared to the rest of California.
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(10th)
Maldonado concedes defeat in the 24th District Congressional race. Lois
Capps is the 10 point victor.
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(10th)
Locals say "yes" to tax increase - nothing is more important right now
than un-holie streets.
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(10th) Paso adds
two new
police officers.
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(4th)
Bearcats hold lead to best the Hounds 16-14 last night.
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(4th) Local schools brace for
$3 million in cuts.
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(4th)
Chair hanging in Templeton is branded as racist according to SLO Tribune
columnist.
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(4th) Join
Tammy Phillips as
Thanksgiving for Paso Robles helps those in need this month.
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(4th) Woo hoo! Time to celebrate North County's
cultural evolution as the
Paso Chamber adds the
Symphony of the Vines to its roster of fine area organizations. Borodin
or Dvorak anyone?
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(4th) Lawsuit over
city water rates finally put to rest.
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(4th) The
Paderewski Festival and
statue unveiling premiers next week, starting November 8.
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(4th)
School board candidates speak out.
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(4th) Folks are still complaining about their
looming, booming water fees.
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(27th) "Yes, Virginia, there IS a
Santa
road repair budget."
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(27th) Attention all classic car buffs: Be sure to
visit Studios On The Park to see the
Hudson Hornet exhibit. Pretty cool piece of art and history.
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(27th) Members of the Bearcat 1972
championship football team were honored on October 23 in Paso Robles.
Here's the original 1972 city council congratulatory letter.
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(27th) Police officer association concerns voiced
as
retired officer is re-hired.
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(27th) California Valley's
solar array is now on the grid.
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(27th)
Craziness is alive and well in Paso Robles. Pray for the city.
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(27th)
Write-in candidate for mayor receives bad press.
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(27th)
Biggest issues to consider before election day reviewed.
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(20th) We highly endorse write-in candidate
Jerry Jones for Paso
Robles City Council.
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(20th)
Paso Youth Baseball is now accepting applications for the 2013 season.
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(20th) The
Artisan Restaurant is moving to 12th Street.
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(20th)
Quilt auction scheduled for November 10.
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(20th)
Smart & Final will put its sign on the old Scolari's building.
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(20th) Rotary Club hands out
free dictionaries to 3rd graders.
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(20th)
Your
vote will count this November. "Moreover, you shall select from all the
people able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness."
Exodus 18:21
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(13th) Finally finished the
parade pictures! Wow!
Hope you like old tractors.
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(13th) We're still processing the Pioneer Day
Parade photos taken last week. Patience, please. Thankfully, the
Old Timers BBQ and
Little Cowboys/Cowgirls pictures are ready to go!
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(13th) New
homeless shelter proposed for Paso.
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(13th) Paso Robles is on the road to
financial security.
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(13th) The
Historical Marker
Database includes a number of historical highlights from the area.
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(13th)
Mr. Dirkx opens the debate door over high gas prices.
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(13th) The SLO county
plastic bag ban is now in force. Stores larger than 10,000 sq. ft. have
to charge for their paper bags (who was paying for them in the past?).
People are loading their carts with groceries and dumping the unbagged items
into their trunks (we saw this at Walmart).
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