Paso Robles Press

Robles Rotary Club hosts 26th annual Winemakers’ Cookoff at Event Center

its 26th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff, held Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Paso Robles Event Center.

Harlow Ford Scholarship Fund.

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Rotary Club once again delivered an evening of food, wine, and competitive fun at

Guests enjoyed an array of gourmet dishes paired with local wines and craft beers while helping raise funds for the Rotary’s

The long-standing event, launched nearly three decades ago by Vikki Silva and Gary Eberle, has grown into one of Paso Robles’ most beloved summer fundraisers. Over the

years, it has combined culinary competition with charitable giving, helping the Rotary Club reach an impressive milestone: more than $1 million raised for local youth scholarships. This year alone, $100,000 was

‘North County Has Talent’ shines for a cause

ers, and a shared passion for preserving one of Atascadero’s most treasured historic buildings.

cash prizes awarded to the top acts in each.

awarded to graduating seniors from Paso Robles High School and Liberty High School. The Cookoff’s lively atmosphere was filled with the sounds of clinking glasses, friendly

As the new superintendent, I am thrilled to join a community where there is a passion for ensuring each of our 6,262 students have the best possible learning experience. As I begin my tenure here, I carry forward the work started at the culmination of the 2023-24 academic term, when the district made pivotal decisions that have heralded a metamorphosis across numerous learning landscapes.

Steering away from the conventional middle school paradigm, we elected to retain our sixth-graders within the

ATASCADERO — On Friday, Aug. 8, the Atascadero Printery Foundation hosted the fourth annual “North County Has Talent” showcase, bringing together an enthusiastic audience, gifted perform-

Under the warm summer sky, more than 120 people filled the Printery Outdoor Stage area to cheer on nine diverse acts. From singers and dancers to unique variety performances, the evening was a lively celebration of creativity. The all-ages event featured two categories — youth (15 and under) and adults — with

In the youth division, Wanda Kennard took home first place and the $200 prize, impressing both the audience and the judges with her standout performance. In the adult category, Jacy Miller earned first place and $400, while Morgan McEntire captured second place and $200. Dianne and Wally Greenaway rounded out the

The Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) was created to meet the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requirements, which mandate that local, county, and tribal governments develop hazard mitigation plans to qualify for federal disaster relief and mitigation grants. In 2020, the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education (SLOCOE) obtained a grant to prepare a MJHMP for 10 of the county’s 11 school districts, excluding San Luis Coastal Unified School District, which already had a FEMA-approved plan. The MJHMP evaluates each district’s vulnerability to natural and human-caused hazards and outlines strategies to reduce related risks. It has been approved by the Califor-

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District board reviewed the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) at its Tuesday, Aug. 12, meeting. Developed through a county-led grant initiative, the plan evaluates the district’s vulnerability to natural and human-caused hazards and outlines strategies to reduce related risks. While already approved by the California Office of Emergency Services and FEMA, the plan requires final adoption by the board to maintain eligibility for federal disaster mitigation funding. Some board members questioned its practical impact, noting that it primarily serves as a federally encouraged assessment rather than providing new directives for the district.

McEntire, and Jacy

Julz Muya after the show on

The Eberle Winery team celebrates

Winemakers’ Cookoff,

Aug. 9, at the Paso Robles

Center. Photo by Derek Luff/PRP

laughter, and the enticing aromas of sizzling meats, fresh seafood, and creative vegetarian offerings. Participating wineries and breweries competed in three main award categories: People’s Choice, Judges’ Award, and Professional Chef. Guests were encouraged to cast their ballots for favorite dishes, while professional judges evaluated entries based on food-and-wine pairing excellence.

“I can’t believe how many people came up to me and said, ‘this is our favorite event. We don’t care if we go to anything else the whole year. This is the one that we don’t want to miss,’” Silva told Paso Robles Press (PRP).

Silva tells Paso Robles Press that around 1,000 people were in attendance this year. Part of the increase was thanks to an influx of wineries wanting to participate, going from 20 wineries last year to 31 this year. While final numbers are in the works, Silva is hopeful that they will once again meet their quota, allowing them to hand out another $100,000 in scholarships next year.

Of the increase in participating wineries, Silva says, “People wanted to get out and get their name out there and make sure people know they’re still there. But I mean, we have a certain core group of [wineries] like Eberly Wineries, who are there every single year ... Hoyt Winery’s been a great supporter. Derby Winery has been a great supporter.”

Keeping with tradition, wineries often tried to win voters over with playful “bribes” — from extra pours to sweet treats — adding a fun and competitive edge to the evening.

This year’s winners were:

People’s Choice

1st Place: Daou

elementary school setting. This strategic shift provided the district with the space needed to merge the two middle schools into a singular junior high. Newly named Lewis Flamson Junior High School, for all seventhand eighth-graders, fostering a cohesive junior high community. This reconfiguration paves the way for a customized junior high school experience rife with novel traditions and memories. We are poised in the upcoming school year to reimagine elective offerings and to explore avenues for expanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) program offerings into our junior high curriculum. The landscape ahead is full of opportunities!

Another pivotal move was

• 2nd Place: Derby Wine Estates

3rd Place: Eberle Winery

• Honorable Mention: Hoyt Family Vineyards

Judges’ Award 1st Place: Sextant

• 2nd Place: Bovino Vineyards

3rd Place: J. Lohr

• Honorable Mention: Ecluse

Professional Chef

1st Place: Vina Robles

• 2nd Place: Bianchi

3rd Place: Cal Coast Brewing

• Honorable Mention: Ancient Peaks

Spirit Award

1st Place: Hoyt Family Vineyards

• 2nd Place: Derby Wine Estates

3rd Place: My Favorite Neighbor

the relocation of the district’s dual immersion program, coupled with the closure of its oldest campus, which yields fiscal savings and also affords an opportunity to broaden the dual language immersion initiative up to the eighth grade. Expanding this exemplary program will benefit many students for generations to come. These were hard transitions in our community and I could not be more proud of all the effort everyone has put toward ensuring that the work happened and that we are ready to greet and serve our learners in the upcoming school year.

Astute observers may have noticed the construction activity on the outer edges of the Paso Robles High School campus as the district recently embarked on the groundbreaking endeavor of

winners with a third-place finish.

Event organizers say the combination of beautiful weather, talented contestants, and strong community turnout made the evening a resounding success.

“Thanks to our directors, Julz Muya and Karen Harris, Sound Engineer George Westlund, and our nine great entries, it was a wonderful

erecting the PRJUSD Aquatic Center earlier this spring. We are poised to open its doors to both athletes and the wider community in November 2025, fulfilling one of our long-standing dreams to allow our swim, dive, and water polo teams to conduct practice and competitions on our own PRHS campus.

Finally, ensuring conducive learning environments for all, the district is channeling some of the remaining 2016 Measure M Bond funds towards site enhancements. These enhancements included upgraded HVAC systems to fresh carpets, paintwork, and even new furniture at some sites.

As we begin the 202425 school year, we are turning our attention to academic excellence! Our elementary Dual Language Immersion

evening at the Printery Stage,” said Karen McNamara, president of the Printery Foundation.

The night wasn’t just about entertainment — it was also about making a difference. Between ticket sales, concessions, generous donations, and commemorative brick purchases for the stage wall, the foundation raised more than $2,500.

“Funds raised from the show will go directly to the Red Tag Removal

nia Office of Emergency Services and FEMA, and now awaits final adoption by each participating school board.

Trustee Kenney Enney expressed concerns about why the plan was put into place and didn’t involve the city fire or police department.

A former U.S. Forest Service smokejumper, California Highway Patrol officer, and devoted Scout leader honored with the prestigious Silver Beaver Award, Gouff turned his focus after retirement to art, family, and local history. Entirely selftaught, he worked in oils, watercolors, and pencil, creating logos, book illustrations, and program covers for numerous local events. His love for the outdoors and keen attention to detail gave his work a distinctive and recognizable style. Today, his art remains a lasting part of his legacy — one defined by service, creativity, and a deep love for the Central Coast community he enriched throughout his life.

This year’s competition featured an impressive roster of wineries and breweries, including Bianchi, Bovino Vineyards, Calcareous, CaliPaso Winery and Villa, Derby Wine Estates, Dubost, Eberle Winery, Ecluse, Hope Family Wine, Hoyt Family Vineyards, Opolo, Paris Valley Road Estate Winery, Sextant, Vinyl Vineyards, and Cal Coast Brewing. Attendees indulged in everything from perfectly seared lamb chops to artisan sliders, seafood ceviche, gourmet tacos, and decadent desserts.

This August’s Winemakers’ Cookoff had one special artist’s memory at its forefront. Ken Gouff — a talented artist, dedicated public servant, and lifelong Central Coast resident — was the creative force behind the beloved artwork for Paso Robles’ Winemakers’ Cookoff. A successful cartoonist with a warm sense of humor, his detailed illustrations captured the spirit of community events and became an iconic part of the Cookoff tradition.

(DLI) program at Georgia Brown is exemplary and all of our elementary schools have witnessed growth across all academic domains in the last school year. Paso Robles High School proudly boasts a robust dual enrollment partnership with Cuesta College, a substantial cohort of graduates obtained the Seal of Biliteracy on their diplomas, and we celebrated a noteworthy tally of 10 medalists at the State SkillsUSA Competition in the preceding academic year.

Regardless of our current success level we have strong aspirations for even more growth! We believe that early literacy and foundational math competencies constitute the groundwork for all future academic endeavors. As such, we will invest heavily in teacher

fund,” McNamara explained. “Specifically to help pay for the restoration of the Print Studio/Museum room that is now underway.”

Atascadero Mayor Charles Bourbeau sponsored the evening’s cash prizes, while several local businesses and organizations contributed as event sponsors, including Paso Robles Pizza Kitchen, Waste Management, Mechanics Bank, Bovino Vineyards, Fableist Wine

He asked, “What’s the intent of this? What are we supposed to do with it?”

Bob Newman with Category Five Professional Consultants, Inc. clarified that while the plan is not required, it is desired when needing to receive federal funding in case of an emergency. Newman also said that it cost around $180,000 in grant funding to put the plan together.

While the food and wine may have taken center stage, the heart of the Winemakers’ Cookoff is its mission: funding scholarships for local students. Since its founding in 1924, the Rotary Club of Paso Robles has lived by its motto, “Service Above Self,” supporting both local and global causes.

“I’m pleased the way the event turned out. It was really a nice event. The important thing is we want to put on an event [where] people have fun,” Silva shared. “They definitely were having fun. People were having a good time. Of course, they get a slice of Madonna Inn cake. That improves some people’s moods too.”

Locally, the club has provided financial and volunteer support to organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America Troops 60 and 160, the Assistance League of San Luis Obispo County, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast, the Children’s Museum, Paso Robles Youth Arts, and the Pioneer Museum. The Cookoff, along with other fundraisers like the Annual Rotary Golf Tournament, plays a crucial role in sustaining these efforts.

For more information on the Rotary Club of Paso Robles, visit pasoroblesrotary.org

development, specifically around ensuring our instructional program is designed to support the needs of learners so that each student has the strong foundation needed.

I want to encourage our teachers to explore innovative instructional approaches that integrate AI technologies, ensuring our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world. I realize that there are many differing opinions on AI and where it fits in education. What I know to be true is that students who are not supported in using the tools of the future will be left out of the future. We cannot support systems that hold our students back from reaching their fullest potentials.

Therefore, I will call upon our

Co., Landsby Wines, Eberle Winery, Wild Fields Brewery, and Firestone Walker Brewing Co.

Founded to save and restore the Printery, the Atascadero Printery Foundation has worked for years to transform the 1915 building into a vibrant cultural hub. Events like “North County Has Talent” help fund crucial renovations while bringing residents together for a good cause.

“If the city fire chief and the police chief came in here and said, ‘These are the things that we want you to do,’ I’m all for it,” said Enney.

educators to think critically and creatively about how they can leverage AI to expand student learning beyond the confines of traditional classroom settings. 2024-25 is also the year that PRJUSD will engage in Strategic Planning. I look forward to meeting with parents, students, staff, and community members to dream big about what we want for our district. As part of this process we will develop our mission and strategies and define our parameters, or collective commitments. This Strategic Plan will be our roadmap to the future of the Paso school community.

I am looking forward to an amazing year! Please join me in celebrating all the good things that happen each and every day in our wonderful school community!

The showcase also served as a reminder that the fun is far from over at the Printery stage. The next event will feature June Clivas and the Honey Buckets alongside Caltucky on Friday, Aug. 22, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and available through My805Tix.

For more information about the foundation, upcoming events, or how to contribute to the restoration, visit atascaderoprintery.org

Despite Enney’s concerns, the MJHMP was approved unanimously by the trustees, a 5-0 vote with Trustees Jim Cogan and Leo Castillo absent from the meeting.

The next Paso Robles Joint Unified School District meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 6:30 p.m.

Newman shared that he was not sure if Paso Robles Fire Chief Jonathan Stornetta or Paso Robles Police Chief Damien Nord has reviewed the county’s MJHMP, but “The City has a hazardous mitigation plan, they could have chosen to bring you in under their plan, they chose not to do that.”

Guests enjoy some of the food and wine offered at the 26th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff, held Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Paso Robles Event Center. Photo by Derek Luff/PRP

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Habitat SLO ReStores mark anniversary with tax-free shopping

Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County will celebrate its ReStore Anniversary Sale on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 22–23, at both Paso Robles (844 9th St.) and San Luis Obispo (2790 Broad St.) locations.

To thank the community for its support, Habitat SLO will cover sales tax on all purchases, offering extra savings on furniture, appliances, tools, building materials, and more.

ReStores sell donated new and gently used home goods at a fraction of retail prices, with proceeds funding local affordable housing projects, home repairs for seniors and veterans, and volunteer training programs. Donations also help divert usable items from landfills, promoting sustainability.

“The ReStore is truly a hidden gem in our community,” said ReStore Operations Manager Stephanie Wright.

“We have people walk in looking for a specific item and walk out with inspiration for their entire home. This Anniversary Sale is a way to thank our customers and donors while inviting new shoppers to experience the ReStore difference.”

For more information, visit habitatslo.org

Almond Country Quilt Guild hosts annual Auction and Boutique benefitting local nonprofits

The Almond Country Quilt Guild invites the public to an afternoon of warmth, creativity, and community impact at their Annual Charity Live Auction and Boutique, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, Paso Robles.

This annual event features handcrafted quilts, one-of-akind textile art, gift-worthy boutique items, and live auction bidding in support of two vital Central Coast nonprofits: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of San Luis Obispo County and Honor Flight of the Central Coast.

Proceeds from the event will help CASA train volunteer advocates to support children in foster care, and help Honor Flight send local veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit their memorials with dignity and respect.

“We are deeply honored to be chosen as a beneficiary of this heartfelt event,” said Katrina Cathcart, development director of CASA of San Luis Obispo County. “It’s touching to see a community stitch together their creativity and compassion to support children navigating incredibly difficult journeys.”

Bear McGill, director of Honor Flight of the Central Coast, shared similar sentiments: “Every quilt, every dollar raised, brings us closer to giving more veterans the experience of a lifetime. We’re humbled by the Guild’s support and encourage the public to attend this event that celebrates both patriotism and community spirit.”

Guests can enjoy refreshments and early holiday shopping while supporting these local life-changing causes. The auction promises lively bidding on heirloom-quality quilts and other treasures made with love by Guild members.

To preview auction items or make a donation, visit almondcountryquilters.org

Lucky winner rolls into retirement after winning Paso Robles Senior Center’s electric trike raffle

The Paso Robles Senior Center announced the winner of its electric trike raffle, made possible by donors Makenzie Lindy Schmitt and Robert Schmitt of Templeton. Tickets were sold throughout July, with the drawing held July 31. The winning ticket, No. 132, belonged to Chen Cho, who purchased it on a whim while heading to enjoy an $8 burger at the Vets Building next door. In a twist of fate, Cho decided to retire that same day. Having bought only one ticket, he now plans to “coast into retirement in style.” The Senior Center thanks the Schmitts and all participants for supporting its programs.

Must! Charities Youth Board empowers local students to lead and serve

The Must! Charities Youth Board is proving that high school students can make a big impact. Comprised of 31 students from grades 10–12 across San Luis Obispo County, the board combines leadership development with hands-on volunteer work for more than a dozen local nonprofits.

Sponsored by JB Dewar, the program fosters youth leadership while supporting community needs. Last school year, members worked with organizations including Lumina Alliance, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Paso Robles Youth Arts, and Habitat for Humanity. After months of service and research, they selected three nonprofits — Big Brothers Big Sisters, Paso Robles Youth Arts, and The Boys & Girls Club — for their annual fundraising campaign.

“At JB Dewar, giving back isn’t just a value, it’s part of who we are,” said JB Dewar Vice President Morgan Voss. “Supporting this incredible group of students on the Must! Charities Youth Board allows us to invest in the future of the Central Coast through the next generation of community leaders. Programs like this create a ripple effect, building stronger leaders, smarter givers, and a more resilient community. It’s an honor to support that kind of lasting impact.”

The students raised over $9,340, including a $2,500 match from JB Dewar, to expand mentoring, arts programs, and safe after-school activities for local youth.

Applications for the upcoming Youth Board term are now open. For details, visit mustcharities.org

Fatal crash under investigation in Paso Robles

Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred shortly before 6 a.m. on Aug. 5 along State Route 46 East, just east of Highway 101. Officers found a 75-yearold Templeton man deceased inside a black pickup truck. After further investigation,

it was determined the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, which led to the crash. Drugs and alcohol are not believed to be factors.

Paso Robles Police ask anyone with information to call (805) 237-6464, or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 805-549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” to CRIMES (274637).

Paso Robles to host Open House on Niblick Road Project

The City of Paso Robles will hold a Community Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the City Council Chamber to present final design plans for the Niblick Road Corridor Improvement Project.

Funded by a $17 million Active Transportation Program (ATP) Grant, the project aims to improve safety, accessibility, and aesthetics along Niblick Road. Planned upgrades include bike and pedestrian paths, traffic calming features, enhanced lighting, landscaping, and a raised multi-use path separating pedestrians and cyclists from vehicle traffic.

The project, shaped by community input since 2018, now enters the construction phase. The open house offers residents a final chance to view the plans and speak with City staff.

For more information, visit prcity.com/849/Niblick-Corridor-Plan

Pajama Movie Night brings 1982 classic to Park Cinemas

Paso Robles Park Cinemas invites film lovers to a special

Pajama Movie Night featuring the 1982 classic “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 7 p.m. Starring Burt Reynolds, Dolly Parton, Jim Nabors, and Dom DeLuise, this iconic film delivers unforgettable performances in a story about small-town politics, scandal, and Southern charm.

Tickets are $15 and include popcorn and soda. Seating is assigned at purchase and available online at ParkCinemas. com or in person at the Park Cinemas box office, located at 1100 Pine St. in downtown Paso Robles.

Come dressed in your favorite pajamas and enjoy a cozy night at the movies. Tickets are limited. For more information, call (805) 238-4103.

Paso Robles extends swim lessons through fall

The City of Paso Robles will extend its Aquatics Program through Sept. 25, offering private swim lessons at Centennial Pool, located at 600 Nickerson Drive. Traditionally ending in early August, this year marks the first time the swim season will continue into fall.

“We are very fortunate to be able to continue the season and offer additional private swim lessons this year,” said Aquatics Coordinator Victoria Teeter. “Our swim instructors are excited to continue to teach community members how to be safer and more confident in the water.”

Private lessons are available for individuals ages 3 and up,

in 30-minute sessions held Monday through Thursday. Registration for August sessions opens Thursday, August 7 at 9 a.m., and September registration begins Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 9 a.m. at prcity.com/recreation

Popular aquatic programs Aqua Jam and SKWIM will also continue into the fall. For more details, call (805) 237-3988

California Mid-State Fair sees strong attendance and community support

The 79th annual California Mid-State Fair wrapped up a successful 12-day run from July 16–27, drawing an estimated 366,216 guests, a 6.5% increase over 2024. Despite unseasonably cool weather, fairgoers enjoyed livestock auctions, concerts, rodeos, carnival rides, and classic fair food.

The Michelob Ultra Concert Series brought in 83,000 attendees, while carnival revenue totaled over $1.69 million, slightly below last year’s numbers. Food and beverage vendors reported over $3.3 million in non-alcoholic sales, matching 2024 figures.

Highlights included a soldout Cattlemen & Farmers Day BBQ, Gold Medal Wine Tasting, and Mixology Contest. More than 100 sponsors contributed over $1.3 million, and Friends of the Fair volunteers donated 2,715 hours of service.

Preliminary auction results show over $3.1 million raised

through livestock sales and $234,900 from the Industrial Arts Auction, showcasing the skills and dedication of local 4-H and FFA youth.

All figures are preliminary and subject to final verification. For updates, visit midstatefair.

com

ATASCADERO

Atascadero Gears Up for Cruisin’ Weekend Aug. 15–16

The City of Atascadero invites the community to its annual Cruisin’ Weekend, set for Friday and Saturday, Aug. 15–16. The festivities begin Friday at 6:30 p.m. with the 32nd Annual Hot El Camino Cruise Nite, featuring 350 classic cars cruising El Camino Real.

On Saturday, the 34th Annual Mid-State Cruizers Car Show runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Atascadero Lake Park, followed by Dancing in the Streets downtown from 5 to 10 p.m., with live bands, community performances, food trucks, craft beer, wine, and spirits. All events are free to attend, with food and beverages available for purchase. For full details, visit VisitAtascadero. com/Cruise or call (805) 470-3360.

Atascadero Library announces September programs

The Atascadero Library has released its September schedule, offering a variety of programs for children, teens, and adults at 6555 Capistrano Ave. Children’s activities include weekly Storytime (Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.), Read to a Dog with therapy dog Jack (Sept. 4 and 18, 3 to 4:30 p.m.), Family Maker Day with STEAM toys (Sept. 13, 2 to 4 p.m.), and LEGO Club (Sept. 20, 2 p.m., ages 5–12, registration required).

Adult programs feature TMHA Library Outreach (Wednesdays, 12:30 to 2 p.m.), Sit & Stitch craft meetups (Sept. 2 and 16, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.), The Story of the Cuesta

Inlet presentation (Sept. 9, 4 p.m.), and Eckerd Connects employment resources (Sept. 18, 2 p.m.). The Between the Lines Book Group will discuss Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes (Sept. 20, 10:30 a.m.).

The library will also offer Memory Lab Orientation (Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m. and Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m., registration required) to teach patrons how to digitize home movies, photos, and more.

For details, contact the library at (805) 461-6162 or visit slolibrary.org

City of Atascadero prepares for Cruisin’ Weekend

The City of Atascadero will host its 32nd Annual Hot El Camino Cruise Nite on Friday, Aug. 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., kicking off the 2025 Cruisin’ Weekend. The closed cruise will take place on El Camino Real between Traffic Way and Curbaril, with hard road closures beginning at 5:30 p.m. Multiple surrounding streets and highway access points will also be closed or detoured. Attendees are urged to follow all posted signs and pedestrian crossings.

Drivers participating in the cruise must follow strict “Rules of the Road,” including no tire spinning, excessive noise, or unsafe driving. Violations may result in citations or removal from the route.

Registration is $45 per vehicle and must be completed by 4 p.m. on Aug. 15 at the Colony Park Community Center, with a cap of 350 vehicles.

On Saturday, Aug. 16, the celebration continues with Dancing in the Streets from 5 to 10 p.m. in Downtown Atascadero’s Sunken Gardens, featuring live music, food, and drinks. Additional street closures will be in effect starting at 11 a.m. Visit VisitAtascadero.com/cruise for full details.

The JD Project to perform at Atascadero’s ‘Saturday in the Park’ Concert Series

The City of Atascadero is welcoming The JD Project as the next featured band in the “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series. The popular San

Charles Paddock Zoo Name Change

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Luis Obispo-based group will take the stage on Saturday, Aug. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand. Known for their dynamic blend of rock, blues, soul, and country, The JD Project promises a high-energy performance that’s perfect for dancing or simply relaxing with friends.

Food and refreshments will be available from Paradise Shaved Ice, Huatulco Tacos, and Wild Fields Lakeside. Attendees are encouraged to bring low-back chairs and enjoy the free outdoor concert.

The concert series wraps up with an End of Summer “Blues Bash!” on Aug. 30 featuring The Cinders Blues Band and Leslie Rogers & the Soul Shakers.

Presented by the City of Atascadero, the series is made possible thanks to generous sponsors including Central Coast Carts, Glenn’s Sales, Rental & Repair, Mechanics Bank, and many more. For details, visit VisitAtascadero.com/events

Atascadero Planning Commission seeks applicants

The City of Atascadero is accepting applications to fill one unscheduled, at-large vacancy on its Planning Commission. Applicants must be residents of Atascadero and registered voters.

Completed applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, and can be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office.

The Planning Commission consists of seven members who advise the City Council on land use and development issues. The vacant term runs through Dec. 31, 2026. Applications are available online at atascadero.org under the “News” section or by calling the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 470-3400 to request a hard copy Council interviews are anticipated in September.

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Gifford Fire expands to 122,065 acres; Containment holds at

33%

The Gifford Fire, burning in the Garcia Wilderness of Los Padres National Forest, has grown to 122,065 acres and remains 33% contained. The wildfire, which began August 1 and remains under investigation, is located approximately 15 miles northeast of Santa Maria.

Monday night, Aug. 11, northeasterly winds pushed the fire west along Garcia Ridge, nearing containment lines on Hi Mountain Road between the Garcia and Santa Lucia Wilderness areas. Overnight crews focused on preparing for a multi-day strategic firing operation, tentatively scheduled to begin Tuesday afternoon. The operation’s success will depend on favorable weather, manageable fire behavior, and the readiness of all personnel and equipment.

On the northeast perimeter, firefighters completed containment lines near Los Pelados and Midway Roads, laid hose, and began extinguishing remaining hot spots. Other sections of the fire are now in mop-up and patrol status.

Tuesday’s firefighting force includes 4,808 personnel, supported by 363 engines, 103 hand crews, 155 dozers, and 53 water tenders.

Hot, dry conditions will continue, with poor humidity recovery in higher elevations tonight. Winds will shift from northeasterly at night to northwesterly during the day, with gusts up to 20 mph possible in the afternoon and evening.

Residents should monitor conditions closely. Updated maps and instructions can be found at:

Santa Barbara County: ReadySBC.org

San Luis Obispo County: ReadySLO.org or call 805-543-2444

Evacuation order updates from the last 24 hours include:

• Santa Barbara County: SBC 167 split into A and B; 167-A remains under Evacuation Order, 167-B downgraded to Warning. SBC-159-A and -B evacuation orders lifted.

Letters to the Editor

I have previously written regarding the Atascadero City Council’s decision to publish — and encourage the reading of — a letter containing defamatory accusations against the good name of Charles Paddock.

I shared a copy of that letter on Facebook and

The overwhelming response has been one of support for Chuck, his integrity, and his legacy. Many have voiced their belief that he should be rightly acknowledged as the founder of the zoo and his name be incorporated into the name change of the zoo.

I want to reiterate that I was just an 11-year-old girl when I began living in the ranger house. It was a place of love, safety, and nurturing. Chuck provided a sense of stability, held high expectations for each of us, and treated us with fairness and kindness — always.

In reviewing the timeline and process surrounding the zoo’s name change, it is evident that there was little public input. This has led community members

• San Luis Obispo County: New Evacuation Orders for Zones SLC-193, SLC-194, SLC-221, SLC-224. New Evacuation Warnings for Zones SLC-172 and SLC-192.

Shelters are available at the Santa Margarita Community Hall (22501 I St., Santa Margarita), New Life Student Center in Pismo Beach, and the Cuyama Valley Family Resource Center in New Cuyama. Large animals can be taken to the Paso Robles Event Center or the Elks Rodeo Grounds in Santa Maria, while small animals are accepted at San Luis Obispo County Animal Services and multiple Santa Barbara County shelter locations.

Multiple local road closures remain in place, including Pozo Road, Avenales Ranch Road, Parkhill Road, and Santa Margarita Lake Road. State Route 166 is closed between US 101 in Santa Maria and Perkins Road in New Cuyama.

For more information and daily updates, visit inciweb. wildfire.gov/incident-information/calfnf-gifford-fire

SLO County seeks poll workers for possible November special election

The San Luis Obispo County Elections Office joins the U.S. Election Assistance Commission in observing National Poll Worker Recruitment Day on Aug. 12. This nationwide effort encourages community members to volunteer as poll workers, essential to running safe, accessible, and accurate elections.

This year’s recruitment is especially urgent as California faces a possible special election on Nov. 5. County Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano emphasized the need for swift recruitment and training to prepare for the event, pending official confirmation by Aug. 22.

Poll workers handle critical tasks from setting up polling sites to assisting voters, including those needing language translation or disability accommodations. Training is provided

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to come together in support of not only preserving the recognition of Charles Paddock as the zoo’s founder, but also requesting a public acknowledgment from the City Council. It is deeply troubling that the council circulated a letter containing serious allegations against Chuck without providing any documentation or substantiation.

Charles Paddock was a valuable member of this community. He founded the zoo, and his contributions deserve to be respected and honored.

The state of business in North County has been slow this year — slower than any of us on the Paso Robles Main Street board can remember. I sit at that table alongside fellow business owners, and we’re all feeling it. Our own business, the Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press, has been hit hard by the loss of advertising. In recent years, both the cities of Paso Robles and Atascadero chose to publish their legal notices in New Times, a publication focused on San Luis Obispo County rather than our local communities.

The Paso Robles Press , founded in 1889, has been the paper of record since its inception, telling our local stories in print every single week for 135 years. The Atascadero News, founded in 1913 and originally printed at The Printery in town, has been the community’s voice for over a century — employing local journalists, preserving local history, and connecting neighbors.

My husband, Nic, began his journalism career with the Atascadero News in 2012 as a sports reporter and became sports editor for both papers in 2013. He left when we purchased Paso Robles Magazine, but when we acquired the newspapers in 2019, it felt like we had come full circle.

At that time, the papers were losing more than $250,000 a year. We turned them around quickly, combining them with our magazines and starting 2020 with steady growth — until COVID brought everything to a screeching halt in March. Since then, we have never fully recovered.

Today, we have an exceptional team of journalists, photographers, sales staff, and graphic designers who put their heart into every printed edition. Over the years, Nic and I have personally covered the shortfall to keep print alive because we believe in its value. But we are now at a crossroads. Our online readership is thriving, but print is not. If advertisers will not support print, we may have no choice but to move fully digital.

The ripple effect would be felt beyond our office — the printer who has produced our papers for decades, our delivery team, the post office, and our own staff would all be impacted. This is not a decision we take lightly.

I love print. Our team loves print. But perhaps we are in a time when it’s no longer valued in the way it once was.

I will be making this decision in the next few weeks, and I’ll be bringing it to the attention of our cities, our advertisers, and our readers. We’ve always been here to serve you, and before we take this next step, I want to hear from you.

Let me know your thoughts. Email me at hayley@13stars. media

Christopher Anthony Chavez

to ensure smooth election day operations.

EAC Chairman Donald Palmer called poll working “an act of service” vital to democracy and encouraged citizens to step forward.

Interested residents can learn more or apply at SloVote.com/ pollworkers

For national information, visit HelpAmericaVote.gov

Central Coast Woodcarvers host 45th Annual Show in Cambria

The Central Coast Woodcarvers, Chapter 7 of the California Carvers Guild, will present their 45th Annual Woodcarving Show on Sept. 20–21 at the Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main St.

The event will feature talented woodcarvers from across California, showcasing both traditional and modern techniques in this centuries-old art form. Visitors can meet artisans, watch live demonstrations, and purchase unique carvings.

Carving contests begin at 1 p.m. each day, with Sunday’s “Best of the Best” competition open only to past winners.

A special drawing will also be held Sunday afternoon, giving attendees the chance to win a handcrafted carving (winners need not be present).

Show hours are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is a $2 donation for adults; children under 12 are free.

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PASO ROBLES POLICE DEPARTMENT

AUGUST 04, 2025

23:33 — Jacob Benner, of Solvang was on view arrest on the corner of Rd 46 E and Buena Vista Drive for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253129

00:09 — Lina Ramirez, was on view arrest on the corner of Buena Vista and 46E for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253131

07:20 — David Olstad, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1100 block of Black Oak Drive for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…[148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 253133

09:23 — Scott Fontanilla, of Fresno County was taken into custody on the corner of Riverside Ave and Ysabel Ave for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253134

11:33 — Albert Fancis, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 2800 block of Park Street for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A)HS], PROBATION VIOLATION:REARREST/REVOKE [1203.2(A)], Case no. 253135

16:52 — Matthew

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Newsom stands firm against voter-approved Proposition 36 Gov. Gavin Newsom has reiterated his opposition to California Proposition 36, the voter-approved “Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act,” despite its passage on the November ballot. The measure, placed before voters through a petition signature drive, allows felony charges for possessing certain drugs and for thefts under $950 if the defendant has two prior drug or theft convictions. It also increases sentencing for specific offenses and includes provisions for treatment programs.

While proponents — including Crime Victims United of California, the California District Attorneys Association, and the Family Business Association of California — touted Prop 36 as a way to crack down on repeat offenders, Newsom has criticized it as both ineffective and expensive. He argues the initiative is not the right approach to addressing the intertwined issues of crime and addiction, framing it as a costly proposal that will not produce meaningful change.

Newsom’s revised state budget initially omitted dedicated funding for Prop 36, despite calls from lawmakers and county leaders to include support. The governor pointed to what he sees as the measure’s shortcomings in providing large-

scale treatment options, instead promoting alternative legislation aimed at curbing retail and property crime.

However, following budget negotiations, the final deal included some funding for Prop 36. The allocations will help cover costs for behavioral health departments, courts, and public defenders — expenses that state analysts estimate could range from tens of millions to hundreds of millions of dollars annually at the state level, with additional tens of millions in local costs.

Opponents of Prop 36, such as Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton and the advocacy group Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice, have echoed Newsom’s concerns, warning that the measure could increase incarceration without adequately addressing root causes.

Despite these criticisms, voter support for Prop 36 reflects ongoing public concern over theft, drug use, and homelessness. Its implementation now faces the challenge of balancing the public’s demand for stronger enforcement with the governor’s push for targeted, alternative crime-fighting strategies.

Dairy farmers tap beef embryo technology amid high calf prices

Dairy producers are increasingly turning to beef embryo transfers to boost profits, taking advantage of record-high calf prices and advances in reproductive technology. By implanting

purebred beef cattle embryos — often Angus — into dairycow surrogates, farmers can sell day-old calves for hundreds more than crossbreeds produced through artificial insemination. The practice has expanded rapidly in California’s dairy heartland, particularly among Jersey-cow dairies, where the price gap between a purebred Angus calf and an Angus-Jersey crossbred calf is large enough to justify the higher cost of embryo transfer. The calves produced through these transfers are often more valuable than crossbred calves, increasing overall revenue for participating farms.

Fluctuating milk prices have encouraged dairy operators to diversify their income, leading many to enter the beef market. Dairy farmers are increasingly combining their traditional milk production with beef production, turning part of their herds into high-value beef calf producers.

Veterinarians working in the region report significant growth in demand for beef embryo transfers. The number of dairies using these reproductive techniques has roughly doubled in recent years, with embryo transfers becoming more common across the San Joaquin Valley.

Several technological developments have made the practice more feasible and cost-effective. Genomic testing allows farmers to identify top-performing dairy cows, while the use of sexed semen ensures that these cows produce female offspring for herd replacement. The

remaining animals can then be used to gestate beef embryos. Advances in in vitro fertilization (IVF) have improved pregnancy rates and lowered costs, making embryo transfers more practical for commercial dairy operations.

Embryo-based pregnancies have shown success rates comparable to, and in some cases higher than, those achieved through traditional artificial insemination, especially during summer months when fertility in dairy cows typically declines. While beef embryo pregnancies require a higher upfront investment compared with using beef semen, the resulting purebred calves can sell for significantly more, producing a strong profit margin when market conditions are favorable.

Beef calf prices remain near record highs due to historically low U.S. cattle inventory, and the national herd is not expected to recover to average levels until 2031. The market can be volatile, however, creating risk for farmers investing in embryos and delaying returns until the calves are sold months later.

Although beef embryo transfers still account for a small portion of the beef-ondairy sector, higher success rates, improving technology, and current market premiums suggest the practice could continue to gain traction in the coming years. Farmers are adopting the method selectively, balancing the potential for increased revenue with the capital investment and market risks involved.

11:26 — David Olstad, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1100 block Black Oak Drive BATTERY ON PEACE OFFICER/EMERGENCY PERSONNEL/ETC [243(B)], BATTERY [242 PC], Case no. 253151

21:51 — Kylie Ralston, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 3100 block of Union Road for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253159

21:51 — Andrew Delucas, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 3100 block of Union Road for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253159

AUGUST 06, 2025

01:43 — Daniel Cervantesrivera, of San Miguel was on view arrest on the corner of 36th Street and Spring Street for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253161

02:18 — Omar Almontemanriquez, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 36th Street and Spring Street for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253161

13:22 — Leticia Flores, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 900 block of Park Street for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253177

23:42 — Aiden Fuleki, of Morro Bay was on view arrest on the corner of 46E and 101 NB for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253185

15:46 — Matthew Johnson, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Vine Street and Arleen for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253180

23:24 — Ahmed Arlowhany, of Taft was on view arrest on the corner of 12th Street and Spring Street for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/COHABITANT [273.5(A) PC], DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 253184

AUGUST 07, 2025

01:17 — Rene Monge, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 32nd Street and Park Street for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253186

09:58 — William Mathews, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 800 block of Olive Street for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], Case no. 253189

10:56 — Daniel Otis, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on Sulphur Springs Road for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253190

16:31 — Julio Orantes, of Paso Robles was arrested for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253193

20:15 — Donald Woodworth, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 21st Street and Pine Street for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253196

23:12 — Jason Kockhart, of Templeton was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Road for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…

[148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 253198

AUGUST 08, 2025

08:26 — Ross Irot, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 30000 block of Riverside Ave for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…

[148(A)(1)PC], BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253200

22:27 — Ruben Mendoza, of Psao Robles was on view arrest on the 500 block of Ferro Lane for DOMESTIC BATTERY [243(E)(1)PC], Case no. 253211

20:52 — Brandi Smith, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1700 block of N River Road for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…[148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 253208

00:00 — Victor Moreno, of Paso Robles was arrested. Case no. 253209

AUGUST 09, 2025

02:39 — Jordan Dougherty, of Paso Robles

was on view arrest on 14th and Vine Street for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC

[647(F)PC], Case no. 253214

01:18 — Rosalio Zamora Jr, of Paso Robles

was on view arrest on the 200 block of Spring

Street for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…[148(A)(1)PC], Case no. 253212

05:27 — Adan Chavarriaestrada, of Paso

Robles was on view arrest at the McDonalds on Black Oak for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL

PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 253216

15:25 — Ulices Vergara, of Visalia was on view arrest on RTE 46E and Buena Vista Drive for DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR DUI [14601.2(A)VC], OUTSIDE WARRANT/M, Case no. 253219

20:58 — Jesus Cabrera, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 1400 block of Creston Road for WILLFULLY RESISTS,DELAYS,OBSTRUCTS…[148(A)(1)PC], CYCLING UNDER THE INFLUENCE [21200.5VC], Case no. 253220

AUGUST 10, 2025

00:50 — Anna Skillin, of Lompoc was on view arrest on the 800 block of Park Street for INFLICTING CORPORAL INJURY ON SPOUSE/ COHABITANT [273.5(A)PC], Case no. 253225

02:12 — Diego Hernandezcruz, of Paso Robles was arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253226

13:28 — Jeremy Higginbotham, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 18th and Park Street for POSSESSION OF BRASS KNUCKLES [21810 PC], BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 253232

00:00 — Manuel Segobia, of Bradley was arrested. Case no. 253230

16:32 — Alexis Powers, of San Luis Obispo was arrested for UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION [11550(A)HS], POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], Case no. 253233

20:53 — Matthew Johnson, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of 36th Street and Vine Street DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS AND ALCOHOL [23152(G) VC], Case no. 253237

22:44 — Angelica Day, was on view arrest on the corner of 17th and Spring Street for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F) PC], Case no. 253239

22:33 — Peter Hernandez, was on view arrest on the corner of 17th and Spring Street for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 253239

19:40 — Raul Guerrero, of Paso Robles was on

DEATHS

DIXIE LEE PACE, 81, of Arroyo Grande passed away on July 28th 2025. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

KATHLEEN ROSE LISTER, 65, of Paso Robles passed away on July 30th 2025. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

ANTONIO ANDREW BALDIVIA, 86, of Arroyo Grande passed away on August 3rd 2025. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

NANCY JEAN VALVERDE, 66, of Paso Robles passed away on August 5th 2025. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

ARLENE LOIS DINEEN, 94, of San Luis Obispo passed away on August 7th 2025. Services are in the care of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.

view arrest on the corner of Rt 46 and Highway 101 for DRIVING OR TAKING A VEHICLE WITHOUT A PERSON’S PERMISSION [10851(A) VC], EVADE PEACE OFFICER WITH WANTON DISREGARD FOR SAFETY [2800.2(A)], Case no. 253235

ATASCADERO POLICE DEPARTMENT

AUGUST 04, 2025

09:19 — Ashley Fellom, was arrested on the corner of Navajo Ave and Atascadero Ave for WARRANT/M, Case no. 251323 17:38 — Gina Tripp, was arrested on the corner of Morro Road and San Gabriel Road for DUI ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 251325

AUGUST 05, 2025

13:59 — Annette Campbell, was arrested on the 6600 block of Lewis Ave for POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], Case no. 251331

AUGUST 06, 2025 04:14 — Stormy Miller, was arrested on the 6500 block of Morro Road for TRESPASS [602(M)PC], Case no. 251332 08:47 — Carlos Cervantes, was arrested on the 6500 block of Morro Road for ILLEGAL DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE/WASTE [HS 11374.5(A)], Case no. 251333

AUGUST 07, 2025

10:56 — Cherie Nelson, was arrested on the 5500 block of El Camino Real for WARRANT/M, Case no. 251338 21:04 — Benito Salto, was arrested on the 900 block of El Camino Real for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], Case no. 251344

AUGUST 10,

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251466 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: PASO ROBLES TECH, 843 7TH STREET, UNIT-C, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL: TRACI R MCMAHAN, 843 7TH STREET, UNIT-C, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

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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/ TRACI R. MCMAHAN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/11/2025 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 12/09/2008 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 MMALTBY, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 07/11/2030

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251477 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: 805 ROLLOFFS, 1150 SANTA RITA RD, TEMPLETON, CA 93465, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: TEMPLETON EQUIPMENT RENTALS LLC, 1150 SANTA RITA RD, TEMPLETON, CA 93465

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/ TEMPLETON EQUIPMENT RENTALS LLC, NEAL ALLAN ELLIS, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/14/2025 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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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251451 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: GERBER’S AUTO SERVICES, 2421 VILLAGE LANE #E, CAMBRIA, CA 93428, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A MARRIED COUPLE: EARL DAVID GERBER, 2421 VILLAGE LANE #E, CAMBRIA, CA 93428, KATHLEEN BENNECHE, 2421 VILLAGE LANE #E, CAMBRIA, CA 93428 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/ EARL DAVID GERBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/09/2025 TRANSACTING BUSINESS

DATE: 05/01/1980

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 07/09/2030

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PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO. Petition of GREGORY CHARLES ZAVALA for change of name, case no. 25CVP0225 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: GREGORY CHARLES ZAVALA filed a petition with this court for

a decree changing names as follow: a. Present name: GREGORY CHARLES ZAVALA KRAUS

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 Date: 8/20/25 Time: 9:30am Dept: P2

The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

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: 6/4/2025 /s/ Judge HON. MICHAEL C. KELLEY, Judge of the Superior Court. PUB: 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2025 LEGAL CM 376

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251487 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: INSIGHT & LIGHT THERAPY SERVICES, 5975 ENTRADA AVE, ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL: CARRIE HANSEN, 5975 ENTRADA AVE, ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA 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/ CARRIE HANSEN

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/15/2025 TRANSACTING BUSINESS

DATE: 04/14/2025

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 MMALTBY, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 07/15/2030 PUB: 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2025 LEGAL CM 377

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251489 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: RAVEN CREEK MASSAGE, 4711 OLD NACIMIENTO RD, PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL: CHLOE KERNS, 4711 OLD NACIMIENTO RD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

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This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/15/2025

TRANSACTING BUSINESS

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ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251564 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: SPRING STREET MAINTENANCE, 3121 SPRING STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A MARRIED COUPLE: KEVIN GLEN LYNCH, PO BOX 3672, PASO ROBLES, CA 93447, GINA ROSE LYNCH, PO BOX 3672, PASO ROBLES, CA 93447

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/24/2025 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 05/21/2018 CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251574 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: SPENCER NASH CONSTRUCTION, SPENCER NASH HOME SERVICES, SNC, SN CONSTRUCTION, 8900 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: SPENCER NASH CONSTRUCTION LLC, 8900 EL CAMINO REAL, 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/ SPENCER NASH CONSTRUCTION LLC, ERIC PETERSON, MANAGING MEMBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 07/25/2025

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20251582 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: CASCADE COACHING & CONSULTING, 7680 SANTA YNEZ AVE, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDU-

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PUBLIC NOTICE

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO. Petition of GRETCHEN LYNN

NILLER for change of name, case no. 25CVP0274 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: GRETCHEN LYNN

NILLER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follow: a. Present name: GRETCHEN

LYNN NILLER to Proposed name: GRETCHEN LYNN ODENWALD

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 9/17/2025 Time: 9:30am Dept: P2 The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

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: 7/25/2025 /s/ Judge HON. MICHAEL C. KELLEY, Judge of the Superior Court.

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO.

Petition of JAMIE LEE

PIERCE for change of name, case no. 25CVP-0224 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JAMES LEE PIERCE filed a petition with this court for a decree

changing names as follow: a. Present name: JAMES LEE PIERCE to Proposed name: JAMES LEE PIERCE

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 9-17-2025 Time: 9:30am Dept: P2

The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

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: PASO ROBLES PRESS Date: 06/30/25 /s/ Judge HON. MICHAEL C. KELLEY, Judge of the Superior Court. PUB: 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 LEGAL CM 391

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

AUGUST EVENTS

AUG 2, 9, 30

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand, Atascadero

6:30–8:30pm

Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and enjoy the summer at “Saturdays in the Park” concert series.

AUG 5, 12 & 19

TUESDAYS IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES

Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand, Atascadero

7–8pm

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live performances by the Atascadero Community Band. Enjoy a different musical selection each week in a beautiful lakeside setting.

AUG 6, 13, 20

CONCERTS IN THE PARK SERIES

Templeton Park

6–8pm

Listen to and enjoy live music outside.

AUG 14, 21, 28

CONCERTS IN THE PARK City Park, Spring and 12th Streets, Paso Robles 6–8pm Paso Robles Concerts in the Park is a family friendly, free community event in which proceeds from concession sales and donations collected at the concerts benefit the REC Foundation (Recreation Enhances Community), a local nonprofit organization that helps provide youth recreation scholarships to members of our community.

AUG 15

32ND ANNUAL HOT EL CAMINO CRUISE NITE Downtown Atascadero

CONTACT INFO P.O. Box 3120, Atascadero, CA 93423 (805)712-6356 atascaderogreyhound foundation.org

CONTACT INFO 1000 Spring Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3870 prcity.com

INFO 6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3751 redwingshorse sanctuary.org

LIGHTHOUSE Atascadero

AWARENESS - PREVENTION - INTERVENTION - EDUCATION

About: The Atascadero Greyhound Foundation has been serving the Atascadero

Donations: Our support comes from generous donors and sponsors. To make a difference, visit: lighthouseatascadero.org

Friends of the Paso Robles Library

VOLUNTEER

against

6:30pm On Friday evening, 350 local cruisers from the 1950s and 1960s come downtown from across California. These beautifully, restored antique cars will cruise up and down El Camino Real.

AUG 16

34TH ANNUAL MID STATE CRUIZERS CAR SHOW

Atascadero Lake Park 10 am-3pm

Check out the interior and exterior of a wide variety of antique cars. For more information on Mid-State Cruizers Car Show visit midstatecruizers.org

9TH ANNUAL DANCING IN THE STREETS

Sunken Gardens, Atascadero 5–10pm

Enjoy your favorite bands, community entertainment, food trucks, beer, wine/cider, and distillery vendors who will be ready to celebrate a fun evening of music and dancing!

PASO PICTURE SHOW

Bianchi Winery, Paso Robles 7:45pm Paso Picture Show offers a unique outdoor cinema experience that blends nostalgia, community, and entertainment —set under the stars in Paso Robles wine country.

AUG 17

VOICES UNITE!

NATIONAL CHORAL FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY CUESTA CONCORD CHORUS

RAVA Winery (1–3pm) Sculpterra Winery (3:30–5pm) Community Choruses from across the county, country, and around the

Redwings Horse Sanctuary

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Redwings is always looking for volunteers to help us provide the highest standard of care for our horses and burros. You do not need to have any prior horse experience to volunteer at Redwings. If you would like to work with our horses, the first step is to take a Volunteer Training Class. This class covers sanctuary rules, basic safe horsemanship skills, and an introduction to some of the horses that you will be working with. After completion of the class you are welcome to come volunteer and help with the horses any time during our volunteer hours. Volunteer hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 3:30pm, and we are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Note: We do not allow volunteers to ride the horses at Redwings. There are other ways to get involved and volunteer at Redwings too. We have opportunities to help in our rose and memorial garden, volunteering in the office, helping with events and fundraising, and more. Please submit the form below to schedule a volunteer training or contact our office: info@redwingshorsesanctuary.org or (805) 237-3751.

world have been invited to share their voices in song, giving their own concerts and combining together in a grand concert.

AUG 23

TRADING DAY & KIDS’

FLEA MARKET

Paso Robles City Park 10 am-4pm

Family fun day in the park. Vintage New & Used Items for Sale and Kids’ Flea Market. For more information visitpasoroblesdowntown.org

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

SEP 6

12TH ANNUAL BREW AT THE ZOO

Central Coast Zoo

5-8pm

Enjoy craft beer, spirits, live music, and fun contests at Brew at the Zoo! Dress as a “Party Animal” for a chance to win prizes and take home a glass.

SEP 11

WOMAN OF INFLUENCE

NORTH COUNTY

LUNCHEON

Springhill Suites by Marriott 900 El Camino Real, Atascadero

11:30am-1:30pm

Celebrate three extraordinary women nominated from our North County community for the Women Of Influence North County (wINC) program.

SEP 20

26TH ANNUAL TASTE OF DOWNTOWN

Downtown Paso Robles

11am-4pm Experience and Savor of what downtown Paso Robles has to offer and relish in this annual event that invites merchants to open their doors for one-on-one sampling. Come early and be sure not to miss Arte de Tiza — the sidewalk chalk art event on Pine Street where you’ll find some of the best local artists at work. ECHO’S

10am-2pm

Join us for a day of community, fun, BBQ music and more as we walk together to raise awareness for ECHO and those we serve throughout our community.

SEP 26

FALL SIP & SHOP WALK

DOWNTOWN

Downtown Atascadero

5:30-8pm

Sip & Shop in Downtown Atascadero features 20+ stops with wine, cider, beer, and treats — perfect for sipping, shopping, and strolling! Tickets at atascaderochamber.org

SEP 27-28

9TH ANNUAL SHOWDOWN CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Sunken Gardens, Atascadero

All ages and skill levels are welcome to play at the annual cornhole tournament.

SEP 28

PRE-PIONEER DAY KICK OFF PARTY

Estrella Warbirds Campus 4251 Dry Creek Rd, Paso Robles

4:30-10pm

Proceeds from the kick-off help to pay for Pioneer Day and all of the Pioneer Day events, plus to maintain and restore the fine tractors, wagons and other equipment that belong to your Community.

OCT EVENTS

OCT 4

THE ANNUAL COLONY DAYS

Downtown Atascadero

10am-3pm

Enjoy the parade and activities throughout downtown and Sunken Gardens with tours of City Hall and the Colony House in celebration of the early days of Atascadero. For information, visit colonydays.org

OCT 11

95TH ANNUAL PASO ROBLES PIONEER DAY

Downtown Paso Robles

10 a.m.

Bring the entire family and enjoy viewing running antique tractors, horse-drawn wagons, marching bands, mounted equestrian groups,

dancers, floats, fire engines, vintage cars, and more. And the best part? It’s free!

WAYNE COOPER MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Chalk Mountain Golf Course, Atascadero

7am

Support LIGHTHOUSE Atascadero while enjoying a fantastic day on the greens. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a beginner, this event promises friendly competition, great prizes, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in our community.

OCT 18

ANNUAL GOLDEN OAK HONEY AND PUMPKIN FESTIVAL AND KIDS’ FLEA MARKET

Downtown City Park, Paso Robles

10am-5 pm

Bask in a fun day of honey, demonstrations, antiques, arts, crafts, pie-eating contest and a variety of merchandise to purchase, including at the Kids’ Flea Market.

OCT 24-25

ZOO BOO

Charles Paddock Zoo, Atascadero 4:30-7:30pm

The event promises Halloween-themed adornments all around the Zoo, along with a medley of carnival games, a costume competition, Halloween-themed undertakings, a haunted house, and a collection of tricks and treats to relish. With over 200 residents the Charles Paddock Zoo is the backdrop for this engaging and unforgettable Halloween celebration.

OCT 25

PASO ROBLES DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL

Downtown City Park, Paso Robles 10am-4pm

Join in the cultural celebration that will include educational and children’s activities, food, dance, music, vendors of cultural wares, and more.

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FARMERS MARKETS

SAN LUIS OBISPO

Every Thursday

Five blocks of Higuera Street between Osos Street and Nipomo Street in Downtown San Luis Obispo from 6 to 9 pm.

ARROYO GRANDE

Every Saturday and Wednesday Saturday; Olohan Alley in the Arroyo Grande Village 12 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday; Smart & Final parking lot at 1464 East Grand Avenue from 8:30 to 11 am.

MORRO BAY

Every Saturday

Main St. & Morro Bay Blvd from 2:30 to 5:30 pm.

MORRO BAY

Every Thursday

2650 Main St. Spencer’s Parking Lot from 2 to 4:30 pm.

CAMBRIA

Every Friday

1000 Main St., Veterans Hall Parking Lot from 2:30 to 5 pm.

BAYWOOD / LOS OSOS

Every Monday

668 Santa Maria Ave, San Luis Obispo from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

AVILA BEACH

Every Friday

Avila Beach Promenade from 4 to 8 p.m.

PASO ROBLES

Every Tuesday 11th and Spring, from 9:30 am to noon.

PASO ROBLES

Country Farm & Craft Market

1st Saturday of the month 11th and Spring, from 9 am to 1 pm.

TEMPLETON

Every Saturday

Crocker St. and 6th St from 9 am to 12:30 pm.

ATASCADERO

Every Wednesday

6505 El Camino Real from 3 to 6 p.m.

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

St. William’s Catholic Church

6410 Santa Lucia Road, Atascadero, CA (805) 466-0849 www.stwilliams. org Weekday Masses : 10:30 AM Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30 PM Sunday Masses: 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM Spanish

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH

9925 Morro Road, Atascadero; "The Church on the Hill"; An independent church committed to the teaching of God's Word.; Praise and Prayer–10 a.m.; Morning Worship–11 a.m.; Evening Worship–6 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer–6:30 p.m.; Nursery care and children's classes provided.; Pastor Jorge Guerrero; (805) 461-9197.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA

A place of hope! Join us for in-person worship on Sundays at 9 A.M. Services are also streamed on YouTube @Hope Lutheran Church Atascadero. Sunday School for all ages follows worship. Learn more at ourhopelutheran.net. 8005 San Gabriel Rd. Atascadero. 805-461-0430. office@ourhopelutheran. net. Pastor Aaron Smith.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER-LCMS

4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 466-9350; Morning Bible class at 9 a.m. Sunday; Coffee and Sunday Worship with Holy Communion at 10 a.m. Sunday; Thursday morning Bible class 10 a.m. followed by refreshments and fellowship; Developmentally disabled Bible class 1st and 3rd Saturday mornings; redeemeratascadero.org; redeemeratascadero@gmail.com; Pastor Wayne Riddering.

TEMPLETON HILLS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

God is love. We exist to know and share that love in practical ways. Join us for worship Saturdays at 11am. 930 Templeton Hills Rd, Templeton. For more info: https://templetonhills.adventistfaith.org/

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

940 Creston Road, Paso Robles; has Sunday worship services at 9:30 a.m; For more information, call the church at (805) 238-3702. Ext. 206.

ATASCADERO FOURSQUARE CHURCH–FATHER’S HOUSE

2100 Ramona Road. Sunday service at 10am. Will & Lori Barrow, Pastors; (805) 466-3191; fathershouseafc.com

ABIDE CALVARY ATASCADERO

4500 El Camino Ave (Downstairs, Rear Parking Lot) // info@abideatascadero. org. Sunday Service at 9am, Children’s Ministry provided for ages 2yrs–6th grade. Pastors Chris Vanoli & Ben Eisenman // Love God, Love Others // Abiding closely with Jesus and teaching others to do the same.

THE REVIVAL CENTER

A division of Alpha Beth Ministries; 3850 Ramada Drive (corner of Ramada and Cow Meadow), Paso Robles; 805-434-5170; Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz; a charismatic non-denominational fellowship; Reaching People, Building Homes; Sundays 10am, Wednesday 7pm; alphabeth@tcsn.net, www. alphabeth.org; Instagram @the_revival_center

COMMUNITY CHURCH OF ATASCADERO, UCC 5850 Rosario Ave. Service 10 a.m. (in person and on Zoom) Pastor Heather Branton (805) 466-9108 atascaderoucc.org

ST. ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH

820 Creston Road., Paso Robles; (805) 238-2218- Parish Office open Mon-Fri 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; website: www.saintrosechurch.org; Mass times; Daily Mass- 8:30 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Tues. 7 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Spanish Mass at 1 p.m. & 6 p.m. Father Rodolfo Contreras.

SANTA MARGARITA DE CORTONA CATHOLIC CHURCH

22515 “H” St, Santa Margarita (805)438-5383 Parish Office hours:WedThur 9am-12pm Mass Times: Saturday Vigil Mass:5pm Sunday:10am Wed-Fri 10am Adoration Wed following Mass Confessions: Saturday 4pm and Sunday 9am

RESURRECTION ECUMENICAL MINISTRY

offers an interdenominational communion service each Wednesday evening at 7:00, beginning January 22. Please join us at 9005 Santa Lucia in Atascadero. For more information call or text Rev. Dr. Cynthia Gaw at (828) 406-7253 .

CONGREGATION OHR TZAFON"THE NORTHERN LIGHT"

Located at 2605 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. Friday Night Service 6:30 pm 805-466-0329 congregationohrtzafon.org

BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH – ELCA

Welcoming all of God’s beloved. We gather for worship Sunday mornings, 9:30 at 295 Old County Rd. Templeton. Sermon podcast is at The Little Brick Church. Sunday School during the sermon. Bible study, Wednesdays at 11 in the community hall. Pastor: Diana Edis. Find out more at blctempleton. org

HIGHLANDS CHURCH

Sunday service at 9am & 10:30am. Monday Young Adults Group at 7pm. Wednesday Youth Group at 6:30pm. We build community so more people know the hope and joy of Jesus. 215 Oak Hill Rd, Paso Robles (805) 226-5800 highlandsadventure.org

Be included in the Atascadero News & Paso Robles Press Worship Directory for an entire year at $175

Berry dumpling delight

In last week’s column, I mentioned how recipe titles often bear the name of someone, have a really crazy name that dates back in history, or have local significance. Well, it has become a game with me as I research cookbooks, new and vintage, to find titles matching that criteria.

My latest discoveries were in a cookbook from our Assistance League Thrift Store in San Luis Obispo. The book, titled “Cook’s County Best Lost Suppers,” published in 2009, had many fun titles. Some of those “fun” titles included Preacher’s Delight, Martini Mac and Cheese, Salmagundi Bake, Funeral Potatoes With Ham, Oh My God Chicken, Mrs. Rockefeller’s Meatloaf, Salmon Wiggle, International Dateline Chicken, Aunt Fanny’s Pasta Soup, Bubie Alte’s Lukshen Kugel, Snowed-In

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Potato Hot Dish, WWII Chicken á la King, Maine Blueberry Gunt, and Jefferson Davis Pie. Of course there were just too many to mention all of them, but I think you get the idea. Since blueberries are readily available in our markets, this week’s recipe is from the Editors of Cooks County. They preface the recipe with this information: “Unlike cobbler or crisp, grunt cooks start to finish on the stovetop. Stewed, spiced berries are topped with dollops of biscuit dough, covered, and cooked until the dumplings are done. The technique can be traced back to 1807, when recipes cooked sweetened dumpling dough in water to make quick “puddings.” It eventually evolved into the grunt, a name given for the sound the fruit made as it bubbled beneath the dumplings.”

My Food Lover’s Companion also indicates it may also be called “slump.”

Maine Blueberry Grunt

Ingredients for Filling:

• 8 cups fresh blueberries 1/2 cup sugar

• 2 tablespoons water

eople are betting on everything these days. If I were a bookmaker, here are the odds I’d give for random events happening in the cattle business.

A trillion to one: The odds of cow farts causing hurricanes on the Gulf Coast, windswept fires in California, polar bears to die, or crops to fail in Africa.

One billion to one: The likelihood that the CME will voluntarily investigate shenanigans in the futures market.

One million to 1: The probability that fake meat will replace real meat in the American diet.

500,000 to 1: The possibility that no one will ever shoot holes in your water troughs.

100,000 to 1: If you’re a public lands rancher, these are the odds against the BLM or the Forest Service ever increasing your AUMs. (The only raise you’ll ever get is in your grazing fees.)

10,000 to 1: The odds your wife will understand that you need a break from the ranch and grant you permission to go on a week-long, drunken trail drive with your buddies.

1,000 to 1: The chances that your new pickup will go a year without getting a huge dent.

1,000 to 1: The probability that you’ll get lots of rain and a good calf market in the same year. (I’ve heard this can actually happen, but I don’t believe it.)

800 to 1: The odds that the two heifers that will require C-sections this year will happen at the same time, so it will only require one visit by your veterinarian.

800 to 1: The possibility that a range bull you bought will turn out to be an EPD trait leader, and you get one-half of all semen sales.

800 to 1: These are the same odds you have of having a range bull you bought being a carrier for a deadly genetic defect, like calves being born with an extra leg where the tail should be.

700 to 1: If you’re a purebred breeder these are the odds I’ll give that the macaroni salad or beans you serve at your bull sale lunch will result in giving food

In the realm of spiritual growth, few ideas resonate as profoundly as Richard Bach’s timeless wisdom: “Argue for your limitations, and sure enough they’re yours.”This statement invites us to examine how our thoughts and words shape our reality, turning perceived barriers into unbreakable chains. But what if we viewed limitations not as external forces, but as illusions of the mind? Drawing from the teachings of Ernest Holmes, founder of the Science of Mind philosophy, we can uncover a spiritual path to freedom, where the power of conscious thought aligns us with the infinite abundance of the Universe.

1 teaspoon grated lemon zest and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 teaspoon ground

cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Ingredients for Topping:

• 3/4 cup buttermilk

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick)

unsalted butter, melted and cooled

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground

cinnamon

Directions for Filling:

Cook 4 cups of the blueberries, sugar, water, lemon zest, and cinnamon in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thick and jam-like, 10 to 12 minutes. Whisk lemon juice and cornstarch together in a small bowl, then stir into the blueberry mixture. Stir in the remaining 4 cups blueberries and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

Cover to keep warm and let it sit off the heat.

poisoning to all of your good buyers but the one yahoo who never bid a single time and who ate half your donuts will sue you for a million bucks. (I’ve only seen this happen once.)

600 to 1: Chance that the best cow dog you ever had gets run over by the propane truck driver.

100 to 1: The possibility that your new horse will break your arm, your wife’s leg, and the hired man’s pelvis, and the day after you shot him, a big-time rodeo company will call wanting to buy the newly deceased knothead for $25,000.

2 to 1: The probability that the day your ex-wife chooses as the day for your daughter to be married happens to fall on the same day your supplement salesman gave you tickets for front row seats at the NFR and an all-expense trip to Vegas for you and your significant other.

2 to 1: The odds that you’ll get three inches of rain two days after you cut your hay.

2 to 1: The likelihood that on the day you trucked your calves to be sold at the sale barn, a major disaster will occur, like the Chinese giving us the first COVID Cow. Of course, the

A spiritual path to freedom

Dr. Holmes, a pioneer in New Thought, emphasized that our minds are co-creators with the Divine. He taught that “all limitations are self-imposed,” which echoes Bach’s quote, reminding us that when we dwell on excuses— whether it’s age, resources, or past failures—we reinforce them as truths. Instead, Holmes urges us to recognize the boundless potential within. “Never limit your view of life by any past experience,” he wrote, encouraging us to release old narratives and “always expect the good.” In spiritual terms, this means aligning with the Law of Mind, where thoughts act as seeds planted in the fertile soil of Universal Intelligence. Consider how this plays out in daily life. Imagine someone facing financial hardship who constantly affirms, “I’ll never get ahead because I’m not educated enough.” Such arguments for limitation, as Bach warns, become self-fulfilling. Holmes counters this with, “Thoughts of failure,

Directions for Topping:

Combine buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla in a measuring cup. Whisk flour, 6 tablespoons of the sugar, the baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Slowly stir the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture until a dough forms. Using a small ice cream scoop or two large spoons, spoon golf-ball-sized dumplings on top of the warm berry mixture (you should have 14 dumplings). Wrap the lid of the Dutch oven with a clean kitchen towel (keeping the towel away from the heat source) and cover the pot. Simmer gently until the dumplings have doubled in size and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 16 to 22 minutes. Combine the cinnamon and the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Uncover the pot and sprinkle the dumplings evenly with the cinnamon sugar. Serves 12

Note: This dessert is best served warm. Cheers! Barbie Butz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at bbutz1@outlook.com

futures market will go to the limit, and buyers will be as scarce as egg foo yung at Olive Garden.

2 to 1: Odds your full hay barn will burn down when alfalfa is at its highest price ever.

2 to 1: Odds that the range bull you spent $10,000 on will spend the breeding season breeding your neighbor’s cows.

Even odds: The probability your cows will find an all-new hole in the fence bordering a major freeway on the morning the two of you had planned to start your first vacation in 45 years.

Even odds: Odds that the package the postman would not deliver and had to be picked up in town an hour away will be the wrong part you ordered to fix the baler.

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limitation, or poverty are negative and must be counted out of our lives for all time.” He explains that “Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it.” By shifting to affirmations like “The Universe provides abundantly for me,” we invite prosperity. This isn’t mere positive thinking; it’s a spiritual practice rooted in the belief that God, as Infinite Mind, responds to our convictions.

Holmes further illuminates this in The Science of Mind, stating, “No person whose entire time is spent in the contemplation of limitation can demonstrate freedom from such limitation.” Here, he calls us to vigilant self-awareness, watching our inner dialogue as a gardener tends to weeds.

When we understand “the power of thought,” we carefully watch our thinking to see that no thought enters that we do not want made into a thing. This spiritual discipline awak-

ens us to “the eternal days of God-abundance,” freeing us from self-imposed chains. In our community, this message is vital amid economic uncertainties and personal challenges. Holmes assures us, “All the power of the Universe is with you. Feel it, know it, and then act as though it were true.” Let us cease arguing for limitations and instead affirm our Divine heritage. By doing so, we not only transform our lives but contribute to a collective upliftment, proving that true freedom lies in the renewal of the mind. As Holmes guides, “The road to freedom lies not through mysteries or occult performances, but through the intelligent use of natural forces and laws.” May we all step into this infinite possibility today. And so it is.

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