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Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, San Luis Obispo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents are warned to ignore text scams that mimic the FTB while a cooling center opens today at 40 Prado Road from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and county sirens test at noon and 12:30; local news also shows Lopez Lake has reopened for day use after the Gifford Fire and zoo staff use misters and frozen treats to keep animals cool — lawmakers approved a redistricting measure setting up a special election in the fall. KSBY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Craig Law-Smith launched a new professional coaching and leadership practice in Paso Robles — he is a former wellness leader at Google Japan and his practice offers one-on-one coaching, team development and keynote talks on topics including resilience and change. The service aims to help leaders and organizations improve performance using mindfulness, science and practical strategies. Paso Robles Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance Foundation awarded $18,000 in scholarships to 12 graduating seniors from Paso Robles, Templeton, and Atascadero High Schools via proceeds from its Virtual Auction—recognizing the students' academic achievement and leadership—and the next auction will take place Sept. 15–20 during California Wine Month. Paso Robles Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ CAL FIRE lifeguards remind beachgoers along the Central Coast to follow lifeguard signals as the ocean can change quickly and create hazards near piers. The department advises swimming near staffed towers and keeping children close, especially when red or purple flags are posted—signals that conditions are dangerous. KSBY
- ➤ Pacific Wildlife Care has begun construction on the Kim and Derrel Ridenour Wildlife Rehabilitation Center at 385 Buckley Road in San Luis Obispo, with work expected to take about 15 months as part of Phase One of the Campaign for Wildlife that raised over $11.7 million—funds aimed at supporting a long-term home for wildlife care. The organization will continue treating wildlife at its Morro Bay facility until the new center opens to serve over 2,700 animal patients each year. Paso Robles Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oceano Community Services District raised sewer rates by 274% and water rates by 50% over the next five years and waived about $35,000 in connection fees for a private owner planning a vehicle storage building—actions that have stirred criticism about the use of ratepayer funds. The district manager, who received a cost-of-living increase on July 1, is now seeking a merit raise, prompting concern over fiscal management in this disadvantaged community. CalCoast News
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