Good morning, San Luis Obispo.

A report by ATTOM said that in Q1 2026, major home expenses in San Luis Obispo County consumed 89.7% of a typical wage, placing the county as the fourth least affordable in the nation + 14 of the 25 most unaffordable counties are in California.

Last week, average gasoline prices in San Luis Obispo County dropped three cents to $5.97 a gallon, with Anchor Gas in Morro Bay offering the lowest price at $5.21 + AAA cited ongoing regional tensions affecting oil markets.

San Luis Obispo County's unemployment rate declined from 4.6% in January to 4.4% in February, as reported Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

Job gains in the farm and hospitality sectors partly offset losses in wholesale and retail, keeping the rate below state and national averages.

Junior Christian Serna of Paso Robles High School was named one of four winners of the Cuesta College Conservatory Award, earning a $10,000 scholarship to study music at Cuesta College.

He advanced through a live audition that pitted him against many competitors from across the area.

Representatives from NASA Ames visited Paso Robles to tour the municipal airport and rocket engine test facility — discussing a potential partnership for the Spaceport and Technology Corridor initiative.

City officials will continue discussions on workforce development programs and university pathways to boost the local aerospace sector.

Cal Poly Football held its first Friday Night Lights open practice on April 17 at Mustang Memorial Field at Spanos Stadium under new head coach Tim Skipper + the practice showcased a fresh roster including transfer Chase Martin and quarterback Demaricus Davis ahead of the season opener on Aug. 28.