Good morning, San Luis Obispo.

Local A.M. Sun Solar + Roofing announced that every solar system sold in August will trigger a $250 donation and a custom solar system for the new Jack Ready Imagination Park on Nipomo Mesa, which will feature adaptive play areas, a therapeutic equestrian center and a sensory garden. The donation supports Jack’s Helping Hand, a nonprofit that aids local families with serious medical needs.

The Estrella Warbirds Museum will host its Salute to Our Heroes event on Nov 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4251 Dry Creek Road in Paso Robles to honor veterans and first responders + general admission is $10 with free entry for veterans and children 12 and under, and proceeds benefit the museum.

A fatal single-vehicle rollover occurred this morning on Highway 46 west of Buena Vista Drive causing injuries and a fatality—and officials said more details will be provided soon.

A San Luis Obispo County private investigator sued Susan and Ruben Flores on May 6 to collect $40,525+ attorney fees for unpaid work on the defense of convicted murderer Paul Flores.

Judge Michael Kelley will hold a case management conference on Sept 24 to address the dispute.

Vina Robles Amphitheatre began offering cocktails on August 1 as announced on social media.

The amphitheatre directs patrons to its website for shuttle and transportation options — ensuring safe travel.

Firefighters slowed the spread of the Gifford Fire—which scorched 72,460 acres by Aug 5—in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.

They reported the blaze was 7% contained near Branch Creek and that hot, dry weather with steep terrain drove rapid fire growth that prompted highway closures and evacuations.

Cal Poly welcomed Robert Plastino as its new chief of police on July 25.

He brings over 27 years of experience from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office—serving as chief deputy in a large jurisdiction—and he administered the oath to six new officers including a new K-9 unit named Dex.

The KSBY BE A HERO Blood Drive invites local residents to donate blood at two locations—Santa Maria at Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and San Luis Obispo at the KSBY Studios.

The drive offers a simple way for community members to help save lives.