Good morning, San Luis Obispo.

Bank of the Sierra donated $2,500 to Habitat for Humanity SLO County to fund home construction and repairs for affordable housing projects across the county.

The work supports local families from Cambria to Grover Beach (a long-time initiative since 1997).

Firefighters contained the Plains Fire on Thursday after it burned 2,588 acres near Soda Lake Road and the Carrizo Plain, and officials continue to investigate its cause.

California fourth graders can apply for the Free Fourth Grade Pass to access 54 state parks during the 2026-27 school year.

The application period starts in early August and the pass is valid for 13 months (until Aug. 31 after fourth grade).

Today, Paso Robles opened its Public Safety Training Center at 2924 Union Road with a ribbon cutting and a live fire response demonstration.

The center was funded by Measure J-20 and federal support and will train emergency responders for regional collaboration.

HICAP will host a free virtual Medicare presentation on Aug.

18 at 1 p.m. on Zoom for local seniors—registrations are required to join the session.