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San Luis Obispo
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, San Luis Obispo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local chefs gathered in San Luis Obispo for a sold-out fundraiser that featured a multi-course dinner, live music, and a silent auction to support a chef’s daughter undergoing neuroblastoma treatment (at a Stanford hospital). KSBY-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Athleta is closing its doors in San Luis Obispo at its Higuera Street location (taking over from Gap when that store closed in 2018). KSBY
- ➤ Gus’s Deli will reopen this summer under new ownership by Anna and Nick Brannen; they plan to restore the deli’s historic look and add new menu options (gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian) to serve the community. Mustang News
- ➤ Local leaders cut the ribbon at the renovated Courtyard Marriott in San Luis Obispo on Wednesday. The hotel now features an improved pool and a bar open to the public — a move that local officials say boosts the hospitality economy after a year-long makeover. KSBY-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The La Cañada De Los Osos mural on Los Osos Valley Road and 10th Street got a fresh makeover after 35 years. Celebrate Los Osos partnered with artist Manuel Cruz and used donations and a grant to revive the work while searching for new mural locations. KSBY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal Poly’s College of Liberal Arts has set up five drop-in study sessions to help students plan for the fall semester conversion; the first session on April 16 included academic advising, today's session at Edificio 22 (Cuarto 312) features food, and additional sessions are scheduled for May. Mustang News
- ➤ Five 5th-graders at Vineyard Elementary in Templeton beautified their community by clearing weeds + planting lavender and poppy seeds near the Templeton sign on Main Street Wednesday afternoon. They were inspired by a book about youth and community connections. Paso Robles Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Adoptable Pet of the Week Waffles, an 8-pound chihuahua mix about four years old, is now at Novy's Ark Dog Rescue and Adoption and is learning leash skills while growing more affectionate as she feels safe. Prospective adopters can apply online. Paso Robles Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cal Poly's beach volleyball team finished its season regular tournament Saturday at Stanford Beach Volleyball Stadium, sweeping California & Pepperdine 5-0 after splitting games on Friday when they beat San Jose State and lost 3-2 to Stanford. Mustang News
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