Good morning, San Luis Obispo.

Long Valley in Atascadero earned national Firewise recognition after residents completed a wildfire risk assessment and three-year action plan.

Atascadero Fire and Emergency Services said the honor shows collective efforts to reduce wildfire hazards + boosting community safety.

Cal Poly’s Lion Dance team is rehearsing with live drumming as they prepare for Illuminate on campus; student pairs (tracing their roots to 1957) work closely (ensuring synchronized movement) to bring an ancient Chinese tradition to life.

Paso Robles Jazz Fest will debut April 24–26 in wine country with limited-seating shows at Libretto (featuring eight jazz musicians on Friday and Saturday) and a closing solo piano performance at Sensorio; VIP ticket holders can also attend an extra show on April 23 with Grammy-winning Sullivan Fortner.

Cal Poly's SLO Breakers are finalizing rehearsals for Illuminate at the campus showcase, fine-tuning their routine (blending structured moves with freestyle) to challenge stereotypes about breaking and inspire the local arts community.

The Cal Poly Ballroom Dance Team prepares for Illuminate at the Performing Arts Center by blending ballroom figures with theatrical moves.

The eight dancers rehearse creative, well-synchronized routines for their February performance at the venue.

Cal Poly Salsa is set to perform at Illuminate 2026 with a routine created entirely by students.

The revived group resumed performances after an eight-year break and has practiced since early October to perfect timing and formations.

On Feb. 12, more than 20 Black Student Union members gathered at Cal Poly’s basketball game (the Mustangs defeated UC Irvine) to support Black athletes and honor Black History Month.

BSU leaders emphasized the value of community and invited Black athletes to join future events.

Former Paso Robles superintendent Curt Dubost, who helped launch Almond Acres Charter Academy, joined the board.

The public school (a tuition-free K-8 institution) serves families in northern San Luis Obispo County.

Caltrans reopened Highway 1 from Cambria to Carmel on Friday after a Monday storm caused rock and mudslides and crews cleared debris from the northbound lane, resulting in about 20 minute delays.

The scenic drive is popular for its spring wildflowers.

The City of Paso Robles announced street repairs in the Sierra Bonita neighborhood funded by Measure I-24, with Granite Construction set to begin work in March and complete repairs by fall as temporary no-parking signs are posted.

Cal Poly’s men’s basketball coach Mike DeGeorge uses a quick and open system to develop rising stars like sophomore Hamad Mousa.

Fresh from recent wins — the program now faces transfer portal challenges as players may seek offers from more prominent Power Four schools.