SLO New Times

10/17/2024

https://www.newtimesslo.com/news/paso-robles-school-board-approves-teacher-inclusivity-training-amid-increasing-racism-in-classrooms-15896447

Paso Robles students of color are being called racial slurs by their peers as young as the second grade, and, according to district Assistant Superintendent...

10/10/2024

We're stoked to announce the 2024 NTMA finalists!

Each band/performer is up for the Readers Choice Award and voting in now OPEN

The voting period goes from today to Monday, October 28th at 5pm. Head to the main page of our website to cast your votes. LISTEN AND VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE BAND TODAY!

This year's finalists include:
Azere Wilson “Bittersweet Addiction”
Azere Wilson “Wish For You”
Big Sierra “I Don’t Know Why”
Carbon City Lights “Skye Blue”
Cate Armstrong “Maybe This Time”
Elysian Moon “Infinite Surrender”
Gehrig Kniffen “The Coast”
Gehrig Kniffen “What A Year”
Hot 45 “Can’t Stop”
IMVA “Feel My Love”
Jovian Queen “Sirens Over Gravesend”
Little Time “Sailing Around Nassau”
Noach Tangeras “Put Me On A Train”
Scott Martin “OG Funk”
Shawna Mix “Booty Church”
The Loving Mosh “After Sunset”
Walk the Whale “Overboard”
Ynana Rose “One Eyed Ghost”

The winner of the Readers Choice Award will be announced at the 2024 New Times Music Awards, Friday, November 22nd at 7pm at SLO Brew Rock. Get your tickets now!

10/10/2024

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10/09/2024

We want to hear what’s driving your local votes this year, what issues are important to your community, and what you think we should be covering as we count down toward the presidential election.

Give us your thoughts by filling out this survey, email [email protected], or write a letter to the editor for publication and send it to [email protected].

https://bit.ly/NewTimesElectionSurvey2024

10/08/2024

The election is right around the corner - Are you registered to vote?

New Times wants to make sure you’re ready to vote on or before Nov. 5. Our goal is to keep you aware of what you need to know and how to inform yourself about the election.

In California, your registration must be postmarked or submitted electronically no later than: October 21st, so register now if you haven't!

https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration

Head to our website for more election resources, a link to voter registration information, a readers survey, and our coverage of the election (which will continue to get updated as we publish more stories).

https://www.newtimesslo.com/news/a-2024-presidential-election-guide-for-slo-county-voters-15612438

10/03/2024

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09/22/2024

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09/12/2024

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09/09/2024

It’s that time of year again! 🐕🐈🪿🐓🫏

The 2nd annual Pet issue is right around the corner and we’re asking for submissions to our Pet Photo Contest!

The entry period for the Pet Photo Contest is from August 29 to September 16, 2024, by 5 p.m.

Entry fee is $5 per photo. Proceeds from entry fees and donations will benefit C.A.R.E.4Paws in San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara Counties.

Go check out Lemos Feed & Pet Supply C.A.R.E.4Paws and give them a follow!

https://zealous.co/ntadmin/opportunity/NTMG-Pet-Photo-Contest-2024/

09/09/2024

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09/05/2024

https://www.newtimesslo.com/news/dam-it-up-north-county-cities-are-using-man-made-and-natural-beaver-dams-to-control-erosion-and-fire-in-the-salinas-riverbed-15738758

There's a clear distinction between the dry land and lush riverbed along the Upper Salinas River in Atascadero. Tracks along the shoreline in late August...

08/30/2024

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08/29/2024

Four environmental organizations recently teamed up to sue San Luis Obispo County over Lopez Dam and what it's not doing for the endangered steelhead trout.

08/23/2024

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08/15/2024

Christmas spirit arrived early this summer season as the SLO County Board of Supervisors approved a permit for the Cambria Christmas Market to run for the next 15 years—despite a resident appeal calling the popular market unsustainable for the town.

Christmas spirit arrived early this summer season as the SLO County Board of Supervisors approved a permit for the Cambria Christmas Market to run for...

08/14/2024

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08/12/2024

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08/01/2024

The 2024 presidential election abruptly achieved novel status within weeks, starting with the sluggish presidential debate, flaring with the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, and hitting a crescendo with President Joe Biden vacating his nomination in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris.

We wanted to know what SLO County residents thought about the historic election we're living through, so we spread out across the county to ask people.

The 2024 presidential election abruptly achieved novel status within weeks, starting with the sluggish presidential debate, flaring with the failed assassination attempt on former President...

07/31/2024

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07/29/2024

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07/25/2024

A hallmark of the 55 Fiction stories submitted to our annual short story contest is the “surprise” at the end that ties the preceding sentences together. They show up in stories about murders, love, food, animals, cars—really, you can craft a tiny twist into any tall tale. We’re here to publish the best ones annually.

A hallmark of the 55 Fiction stories submitted to our annual short story contest is the “surprise” at the end that ties the preceding sentences...

07/22/2024

The annual New Times Music Awards (NTMA) are back in 2024 for their 16th year of celebrating local music!

Get your music ready! Singers, songwriters, musicians, performers, and bands: it’s once again your time to shine! Enter up to 13 songs and 1 album. The dealine to enter music is August 5th at 5pm!

There are six genres: Country/Folk/Americana, Rock/Alternative, Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B/Blues, Open, and Youth. There are also Songwriter and Best Album categories.

Become a legendary New Times Music Award recipient!

Enter to win amazing prizes including a custom NTMA Newtie, your name/band name on all NTMA merch, and a performing spot at the New Times Music Awards and Showcase at SLO Brew Rock on Friday, Nov. 8.

https://www.newtimesslo.com/sanluisobispo/NTMARules/Page

07/22/2024

The Cambria Community Services District board of directors approved a seventh extension for Cambria Pines Apartments, a new affordable housing complex, as People’s Self-Help Housing has struggled to find the required funding since the project started in 2012.

The Cambria Community Services District board of directors approved a seventh extension for Cambria Pines Apartments, a new affordable housing complex, as People’s Self-Help Housing...

07/21/2024

Skaters of Cambria are getting a new hangout spot after four years of grassroots efforts and $1.2 million in fundraising for a new skate park after the previous park was closed in 2020.

Skaters of Cambria are getting a new hangout spot after four years of grassroots efforts and $1.2 million in fundraising for a new skate park...

07/20/2024

JonnyBoy’s Bagelry and Jewish Delicatessen popped up on Entrada Avenue in Atascadero as the result of owner Emilie Goldstein’s longtime desires to enjoy Jewish delicacies in San Luis Obispo County and honor her dad’s roots.

JonnyBoy’s Bagelry and Jewish Delicatessen popped up on Entrada Avenue in Atascadero as the result of owner Emilie Goldstein’s longtime desires to enjoy Jewish delicacies...