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San Luis Obispo
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, San Luis Obispo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit coffee house Front Porch near Cal Poly faces a $50,000 shortfall after a donor withdrew and is launching its (Bridge the Gap) campaign to raise funds by June; Executive Director Drenckpohl said free coffee, food, and community programs will continue for now. Mustang News
- ➤ Royal Family Kids Camp North County will host its first summer camp June 29 through July 3 in North County to provide foster children with fun activities, games, outdoor play, and one-on-one support from trained volunteers. Organizers seek donations, supplies, and volunteer help from local churches and businesses. Paso Robles Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 3, the Paso Robles Education Alliance will host a benefit concert at J Dusi Winery – featuring live music, food from Junction Restaurant, and auctions to support teacher grants – from 12 to 4 p.m.; guests may bring a low chair or blanket. Paso Robles Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered at Santa Rosa Park on Saturday for the annual EarthFest, where live music, food, and interactive workshops on climate solutions brought the community together; organizers from the SLO Climate Coalition led the charge + local groups showcased sustainable projects. Mustang News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Edward Jones Financial Advisor Natali Sanchez advises local residents planning retirement to stress-test their income strategies by reviewing asset mix, monthly withdrawals and emergency funds amid volatile markets. She encourages consultation with financial advisors to better prepare for market downturns. Paso Robles Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ San Luis Obispo County ranked fourth least affordable after data showed residents spent 89.7% of earnings on housing while median home prices jumped 168% since 2012, reaching $897,500. The county is updating policies under its Regional Housing Incentive Program (to build hundreds of affordable units) for future housing developments. Mustang News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cal Poly's track team is preparing for three competitions (Bryan Clay Invitational, Mt. SAC Relays, Beach Invitational) this weekend before the Big West Championship in May. The Mustangs notched 36 wins and set school records this season, and both teams aim to finish strong at upcoming national meets. Mustang News
- ➤ Cal Poly Beach Volleyball closed out their final regular season tournament at Stanford Beach Volleyball Stadium with sweeps over California and Pepperdine on Saturday after a tight 3-2 loss to No. 1 Stanford on Friday; the Mustangs build momentum ahead of the home Big West Championships. Mustang News
- ➤ Carson Turnquist pitched for Cal Poly on Saturday in La Jolla, striking out 11 hitters in five innings to secure a win over UC San Diego Tritons (his best outing this season). The performance helped the Mustangs tie for first in the Big West Conference ahead of upcoming games. Paso Robles Daily News
- ➤ Cal Poly Track and Field made history over the weekend as several Mustangs recorded top-10 marks and Travis Martin broke the school record in the hammer throw at the Beach Invitational. The team set multiple personal bests and will compete at the UCSB Invite on April 24-25. Mustang News
- ➤ Cal Poly Men's Tennis clinched a share of the Big West regular-season title with a 4-3 win over UCSB on Friday at Ronca Tennis Center. They will now prepare for the Big West Championships on Thursday, Apr. 23, at Barnes Tennis Center in San Diego. Mustang News
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