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San Luis Obispo
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, San Luis Obispo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, a winter storm has forced unhoused residents to leave encampments on Bob Jones Trail and move to county warming centers as officials work to keep people safe from rising floodwaters. The 40 Prado Homeless Services Center expects 160 to 180 guests and seeks donations of warm clothing, blankets, and towels. KSBY-TV
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, a piece of decorative molding broke off the historic Fremont Theater sign on Monterey Street, prompting a partial street closure and a move of the concert to SLO Brew Rock - owner Rob Rossi said inspectors will check the building for safety. KSBY-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Atascadero Community Band holds a free family concert titled 'The I's Have It?' on March 1 at 3 p.m. at Atascadero Bible Church, featuring songs inspired by various I themes (donations support 805 Movement and Performance Arts). Paso Robles Daily News
- ➤ Cal Poly will host its second annual St. Patrick's Day music festival featuring Australian DJ Odd Mob and Walker & Royce on Sat., Mar. 14 at the Lower Sports Complex. New entry measures will let 10,000 students use RFID bracelets tied to online ticket portals for efficient access. Mustang News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal Poly students are taking a scuba certification class at the on-campus Recreation Center guided by ASI Aquatics + SLO Ocean Currents. They learn essential safety and teamwork skills in pool training before progressing to open-water dives. Mustang News
- ➤ The Paso Robles High School Theatre Company will present Seussical Kids on Feb. 20 and 21 at the Performing Arts Center (801 Niblick Road) with shows at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. The musical follows Horton the Elephant as he protects a tiny world, offering a family-friendly live theater debut. Paso Robles Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Street is closed in both directions due to a downed utility pole + storm damage at King Street; city officials urge residents to avoid the area until further notice. KSBY-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Feb. 13, Cal Poly's baseball team had a slow start but turned things around with a doubleheader win on Saturday, Feb. 14, scoring 21 runs against Campbell. The Mustangs will host their first home series on Friday, Feb. 20 at Baggett Stadium at 6:05 p.m. Mustang News
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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