Archives 2021-22

 

 

Long May It Wave

 

 

* (21st)  The Paso Robles spaceport licensing project is moving forward.

* (21st)  A new adventure begins as the Boys and Girls Club finds a new clubhouse.

* (21st)  Paso's Juneteenth celebration proved a huge success in the city park.

* (21st)  There are four seats open for School Board positions with a vote on November 8. A meeting is slated for June 28 for those interested in the office.

* (21st)  Once again, Paso Robles has been designated a Main Street America recipient.

* (21st)  Mandatory 3-day watering rule takes effect in the city.

* (21st)  Do your kids or grandkids need babysitting or CPR skills? Here's the ticket.

* (28th)  Three WWII vintage planes will perform a flyover in honor of Memorial Day, Sunday at 11:25 a. m. Highlands Church is hosting.

* (28th)  The Ravine Water Park reopens today!

* (28th)  Willy the Cat is still missing!

* (28th)  Don't become a statistic this Memorial Day weekend. Be safe and sane on the road.

* (28th)  Paso schools will implement enhanced security measures following the latest murders in Texas.

* (28th)  Congratulations to the Almond Acres Charter Academy 8th graders who are moving on to high school.

* (28th)  Get out there and vote in the upcoming June 7 election. Kick out the bums!

* (5th)  Will parking cost more now? Not yet.

* (5th)  The new Aquatic Complex ball is rolling.

* (5th)  Critical Mask Theory is on the agenda in Paso schools according this Letter to the Editor.

* (5th)  Local real estate is turning into gold - if you're a seller. Home prices up 18% in the past year.

* (5th)  There's a new hero in town! Hats off to Randy Harris.

* (5th)  Current groundwater usage unsustainable due to various factors.

* (5th)  Now hear this!!!! Keep those recreation wheels away from the riverbed! We know who you are!

* (5th)  Support your local Bearcat by donating to the Bearcat Boosters' 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament, which will be held on May 14th at the Ravine.

* (5th)  Congratulations are in order for Zane Warren, student at Biola College, for being added to the Dean's List for outstanding academic achievement.

* (5th)  The perennial study of local homelessness continues in Paso Robles.

* (5th)  It's not surprising news anymore - Paso is the "new" wine devotees' destination.

* (5th)  The School District votes to oppose the state's unmasking mandate.

* (5th)  Government may help veterans who have been exposed to toxic chemicals.

* (5th)  The Estrella Warbirds Museum will host their annual Aviation Career Day, March 19.

* (7th)  Mark February 6 on your calendar if you like old Bob Hope movies.

* (7th)  Studios on the Park is having its first art show of the year from January 4 - February 28. The theme? "Sweet and Sour."

* (7th)  Just what did it look like in Paso Robles in January of 1946?

* (7th)  Let's all salute Damien Nord, Paso's new Chief of Police. Welcome back to the one time "Almond Capital of the World," Chief Nord.

* (7th) Sensorio's "Field of Lights" art display is now a permanent attraction. Watch the video.

 

* (4th)  Can you name Paso's most famous people?

* (4th)  Congratulations to Jacey Loewen, Paso's Athlete of the Week.

* (4th)  Sensorio Field of Light has made a name for itself.

* (4th)  The city's annual X-mas Parade is tonight.

* (4th)  The school district is under investigation for alleged discrimination.

* (4th)  Local falconer loses his tethered red-tailed hawk.

* (4th)  National Mutt Day kicks off with a deal.

 

* (27th)  Volunteers serve 1500 meals for this Thanksgiving tradition started 37 years ago.

* (27th)  The minimum 500 signatures have been obtained to put Cameron LeClair on the School Board as a high school student trustee.

* (27th)  Just where is Paso Robles, you may be asking.

* (27th)  Today is Small Shop Saturday - an opportunity for you to support your local businesses. But you should be doing that every day of the year.

* (27th)  The local Nutcracker Ballet celebrates its 25th year.

* (27th)  Paso couple enjoys their 72nd anniversary of wedded bliss.

 

* (27th)  Paso's Pioneer Day Parade will be the big event to see and enjoy on October 9th. Bean feed following. Be sure to visit the History Museum displays in the old Carnegie Library in the park. Then head to the fun at the Pioneer Museum on Riverside Avenue.

* (27th)  Lake Nacimiento's water level is still dropping to near record levels.

* (27th)  The Air Force's 84th Radar Evaluation Squadron recently evaluated their Paso Robles based facility. All is quiet on the western front.

* (27th)  Yes, a real live bear was seen on Panorama Drive in Paso last week. The last sighting was in 2018.

* (27th)  Congratulations to Reily Lowry and Maddie Hurstak, Bearcat Athletes of the Week.

* (27th)  Travel and Leisure Magazine name Paso Robles one of the top ten places to retire.

* (27th)  A spaceport in Paso? Who woulda thunk it?

* (27th)  The famous Paderewski Festival will begin
November 5 in the Park Ballroom. That's on my birthday, but you don't have to send a card.

 

* (14th)  Paso's current Chief of Police Ty Lewis has been chosen to play a new role as City Manager.

* (14th)  Local restaurant parklets will soon reach their expiration date.

* (14th)  Karyl Lammers praises the Hometown.

* (14th)  The Paso Robles school board votes to reject certain aspects of Critical Race Theory.

* (14th)  Lawyers for the homeless may soon be visiting the City Fathers. See the last paragraph of this article. 

* (14th)  This year's Mid-State Fair has been a resounding success, in spite of modified Covid protocols.

* (14th)  The incompetent "dunderheads" on the local School Board are the subject of Galen Evan's letter to the editor:  

* (14th)  Gary Brown pleads with the couple who wants to leave Paso to stay (see letter to the editor referenced above).

 

* (19th)  The California Mid-State Fair returns to Paso Robles this weekend.

* (19th)  The almost daily effort to rid the Salinas River of homeless trash has yielded over 7.5 tons of debris at a cost of $75,000. And that's only in the first half of this year.

* (19th)  This website purposely steers clear of crime reporting. However, we do want to post this article on recent crime statistics.

* (19th)  Exchange student host families are needed again this year.

* (19th)  Local renters who are still affected by Covid-19 shutdowns can apply for assistance.

* (19th)  Most every city has a list of famous folk who have a connection with their town, even Paso Robles.

* (19th)  Over 200 kids showed up to play ball on the Opening Day of this year's Junior Giants season.

* (19th)  Did you know Paso Robles is "highly racially integrated?"

 

* (26th)  New development construction east of Sherwood Acres will pose a health threat.

* (26th)  Attention all you quilters out there! Orange Dot Quilts is opening July 1.

* (26th)  The move to BAN teaching Critical Race Theory in Paso schools meets strong opposition.

* (26th)  The Paso Robles Post Office may be named in honor of Reverend Ruben Tate, Jr., late pastor of 2nd Baptist Church.

* (26th)  The thrill of the hunt guarantees vibrant antique sales in Paso.

* (26th)  Vandalism ruins the student garden at Lewis Middle School. Still looking for the coward(s) who did it.

* (26th)  The Today Show invites millions to make Paso Robles a summer destination.

 

* (29th)  The former Boys' School may soon be replaced with commercial development, including - you guessed it - another hotel.

* (29th)  With the pandemic recession, local concerts will continue this summer in downtown Paso.

* (29th)  Feeling rich? Now is your chance to buy your very own winery - at auction prices.

* (29th)  The complicated and confusing "water bank" idea for the county will place control into the hands of the "bankers."

* (29th)  We congratulate the Bearcat Athletes of the Week

* (29th)  SLO County Memorial Day events won't be as hindered this year.

* (29th)  Congratulations to Tim Alvord, Paso's Roblan of the Month! Way to go, coach!

* (29th)  Offshore wind power generation is becoming a reality - northwest of Morro Bay. 

 

* (26th)  "It's fine to wear boots and a hat to a five-star spot." Country Living magazine places Paso Robles in their top 10 list of best small towns in America.

* (26th)  Limited public attendance at local sporting events announced. Except for golf. You can't watch golfers golfing, no way no how.

* (26th)  The sin of anti-culturism and anti-skincolorism  will be added to the high school curriculum as part of the continuing effort to teach kids to "love your neighbor as yourself." Kind of like a course on what Jesus said, but without God in the picture.

* (26th)  Congratulations to Ceci Martinez, Paso's athlete of the week.

* (26th)  Headhunters Barber Shop is closing after 58 years of jawing with customers and cutting tons of hair. Great article!

 

* (27th)  2021 street repair projects are announced - both of them.

* (27th)  Some sixth graders heading back to school.

* (27th)  Local educators and staff will receive vaccinations beginning March 1.

* (27th) Recalling the Governor ballot issue going swimmingly. Many local residents thrilled.

* (27th)  City Council sets goals for 2021-2022.

* (27th)  San Miguel is seeing an increase in population and invites visitors.

* (6th)  Winifred Pifer School closes its doors due to a number of staff Covid-19 cases.

* (6th)  Local sewer rates may almost double by 2025.

* (6th)  Twelve five to eight year-olds are welcome to learn the art of art at a six-week course taught by local artist Mindy Dierks.

* (6th)  Let your voice be heard - the City wants to know your opinion in this Survey.

* (6th)  Three Roblan athletes sign letters of intent as they begin their college careers.

* (6th)  The Mid-State Fair planners forge ahead, but opening to the public is still a question.

* (6th)  The second virtual Live Oak Music Festival is slated for June via radio.

 

* (16th)  The Land Conservancy has purchased Santa Rita Ranch to preserve its 1700 acres to protect flora and fauna for future generations to enjoy.

* (16th)  Paso Robles initiates its "Keep it Local" program to help local businesses.

* (16th)  Paso school board will add Spanish interpreters to its meetings.

* (16th)  Atascadero's Rebecca Berg is the current local star after a big win on the Wheel of Fortune game show.

* (16th)  Proud patriots wave flags in support of law enforcement, the President and secession.

* (16th)  The City Planning Commission is seeking new members.

* (16th)  2020 in review: Article highlights top local events.

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