SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – Local doctors and animal experts are asking farmworkers and beachgoers to take caution around animals as the avian flu spreads across the country. "Don't eat or drink around birds or livestock," said SLO County Public Health. Dr. Rick Rosen with San Luis Obispo County Public Health said the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has spread from birds, to cows, chickens and cats, adding that it is only "a matter of time" before it spreads to other species. "Wash your hands after touching birds or livestock or items in the space where they live," said Public Health ..read more

PASO ROBLES, Calif. – The Paso Robles City Library announced new volunteer opportunities for area teens on Thursday. The Library provided more information in the following press release: PASO ROBLES, CA –April 25, 2024 The Paso Robles City Library invites area teens, ages 16- 18, to check out the Library’s new teen volunteer opportunities—long-term, short-term, and virtual! Long-term opportunities available now include: Computer/Printing Assistance Offering very basic computer and printing assistance, after school or Saturdays Shelving Getting items back where they belong, after school or S ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – The French Hospital Medical Center Foundation announced its “Share the Hope” event raised $464,000 to support cancer patients, and funds will allow the Hearst Cancer Resource Center to provide vital support to local cancer patients and their families. The organization provided more information in the following press release: SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – April 24, 2024 – The French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) Foundation is proud to announce that the 15th annual “Share the Hope” event, held on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Hearst Ranch, raised more than $464,000 to benefit t ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The annual Comix Fair returns to the San Luis Obispo Library May 11th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Costumes are encouraged. Comic book artists Raymond Mulliken, Dan Parsons, Sara Sydnor, and Kane Lynch will be there. Fans can attend comic book talks and demonstrations, and check out the gaming room and photo booth. Darth Vader and Imperial soldiers from the 501st Legion will make an appearance between 9 and 11 a.m. SLO Library Spokesperson Erica Thatcher appeared live on News Channel 3-12 to talk about the event happening at 995 Palm Street. The post San Luis Obispo Comix F ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – The SLO County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) announced it will be instating a 2024 Clean Air Rooms Program. APCD provided more information in the following press release: SLO County APCD Countywide Clean Air Rooms Program SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, – The SLO County Air Pollution Control District (SLO County APCD) is announcing the 2024 Clean Air Rooms Program. This program will provide approximately 390 high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifiers on a first-come, first-served basis to income-eligible residents across San Luis Obispo County ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – After months of back and forth between interested parties, The Northern Chumash Tribal Council and the Morro Bay Offshore Wind Leaseholders announced they have reached a joint position in full support of advancing the Chumash Heritage Marine Sanctuary. "It's been tricky and it has indeed been ten years of our life that we've been working on this," said Violet Sage Walker, Northern Chumash Tribal Council Chairwoman. Both parties agreed that the northern boundary of the sanctuary should be located south of Diablo Canyon and north of Port San Luis and Avila ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – PG&E and the Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel announced new members on Wednesday. The organizations provided more information in the following press release: SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and the Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel (DCDEP) today announced the appointment of two new members to the DCDEP, and the reappointment of one member.   The panel provides community input to PG&E for the eventual site-specific plan for the future decommissioning of Diablo Canyon Power Plant ..read more

A slide representing the Dana Reserve master plan is displayed at the SLO County Board of Supervisors meeting on April 23, 2024. (Dave Alley/KEYT) NIPOMO, Calif. – A two-day hearing regarding the Dana Reserve development concludes on Wednesday with the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors expected to vote on outcome of the much-debated project. The final day of the hearing follows what was at times an emotional meeting on Tuesday, where dozens of people attended and spoke during the public comment period either in support of the project or in opposition. After nearly three hours of pub ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – District Attorney for San Luis Obispo County Dan Dow announced Christopher Wayne Clark to 70 years to life in state prison Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to five counts of child molestation against two children. These repeated crimes while both children were under the age of 14 occurred between 2001 and 2005 and again from 2010 to 2012 in Atascadero, according to the SLOC DA's office. “The survivors of these terrible crimes suffered in silence for many years - waiting for the day that this predator would be held accountable. Today their courage in repor ..read more

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – The 2023-2024 San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury (SLOCGJ) released its Continuity Report on Tuesday, highlighting the county's response to key recommendations. The report highlighted strides in addressing critical issues while flagging areas needing sustained attention. To read the full report, click here. The post San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury releases continuity report, unveils progress and concerns appeared first on News Channel 3-12 ..read more