Good morning, San Luis Obispo.

Every Tuesday, Cal Poly students line up at Taqueria San Miguel for Taco Tuesday starting at 6 p.m. The local favorite (a community staple) is expanding its space to serve more orders and encourage quick chats.

Thrift store The Haven opened its second downtown location on Sept.

26 at 532 Higuera St, moving into the former Fred and Betty's site, selling discounted items + planning local maker events, donating proceeds to San Luis Obispo Classical Academy, and serving more students and community members.

Paso Robles-based Leo Leo Gelato was selected for the 2026 Real California Milk Excelerator today - the statewide program will help the local company produce small-batch sea-salt caramel gelato cookie sandwiches using fresh Central Coast dairy, with alumni generating nearly $60 million in sales.

FedEx will close its Fiero Lane facility in early February as part of its Network 2.0 plan, leaving customers with the downtown Chorro Street location that many say offers less convenient parking (with extra fees) and less accessibility while employees have been informed of reassignment options.

Cal Poly Campus Dining Executive Chef Darrell Janes won first place in the Pacific Northwest Canned Pear Service’s CAN DO Challenge with his Baked Caramelized Pear French Toast Casserole & the dish will be offered for sampling on Nov.

3 at Brunch in Vista Grande.

Cal Poly is partnering with College Track to offer full scholarships for first-generation students starting the academic year 2026-2027 - the aid covers housing, tuition, food, and more along with personalized support, career preparation, and cultural financial education; 10-15 students will benefit.

Cal Poly marine expert Ben Ruttenberg warns that the strong El Niño may bring warmer ocean water affecting marine life and kelp; he will speak on the impact in a virtual event today (4:30-5:30 p.m.) while an Avila Beach pier open house is set for Oct.

10.

Central Coast Community Energy has launched its 2026-27 rebate programs, offering incentives for electric vehicles, home heat pumps, and farm equipment upgrades for households, farms and businesses in San Luis Obispo today; customers can apply for rebates and receive technical support + planning help.

CenCal Health and local groups launched Central Coast Coverage to help residents keep their Medi-Cal benefits.

The new hub, supported by a $2 million investment, guides 15,000 at-risk locals through forms+ notices as changes begin in early 2027.

Adventist Health and community partners will host a free health clinic on Sunday, Oct.

25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Templeton Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church at 930 Templeton Hills Road + the event offers dental care, vision exams, cancer screenings, WIC sign-ups, kid activities and fresh produce.

During Fire Prevention Week, Oct.

4-10, the American Red Cross is sharing home fire safety tips to help residents escape quickly if a fire starts. They urge everyone to practice escape plans, test smoke alarms, and follow safe cooking and heating practices (including a three-foot kid-free zone around stoves) to reduce risks.