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The Sweet Sounds of Summer
Featured

The Sweet Sounds of Summer

By James Brescia, Ed.D.

The New York Times ran a story about Betty Smith’s 1943 autobiographical novel, "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn," which details her impoverished childhood and the “great golden glory lasting a half-hour each week when Mr. Mort…

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Summer Tourism Powers Our Local Economy

Summer Tourism Powers Our Local Economy

Summer is one of the most exciting times of year in North County. Visitors from across California, and increasingly from…

Robert Covarrubias, CEO of the Paso Robles & Templeton Chamber of Commerce
Fresh Flavors for Final Days of Summer

Fresh Flavors for Final Days of Summer

August is so full of amazing summer produce! We are so lucky to live where we can get so many things grown locally. As s…

Bee Wench Farm
Gridiron season is here

Gridiron season is here

Atascadero, Paso Robles, and Templeton kick off season with new challenges, familiar rivalries, and shared home in Sunse…

Mike Chaldu
August: Summer's Grand Finale

August: Summer's Grand Finale

Welcome August. May the calm breeze and blooming flowers of this month bring you peace and happiness! August is the o…

Karyl Lammers
Before the School Bus: Education in Early Paso RoblesAug 2026The Fair Is Over — Not The FunAug 2026Building Schools for the Future in PRJUSD!Aug 2026Paso Robles White Wines Shine in SummerAug 2026North County August EventsAug 2026Voices of the VFW: Advocating for America's VeteransAug 2026Protecting Our Most VulnerableAug 2026Summer Skin Care & HealthAug 2026

Arts & Culture

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Across the Frontier: Anza's path to California

Across the Frontier: Anza's path to California

While America was fighting for independence in 1776, Spain was focused on securing its control of California. By the 177…

Paso Robles Area Historical Society
Easter with Paso Robles Main Street

Easter with Paso Robles Main Street

A beloved Easter tradition returned to downtown Paso Robles last Saturday, as families gathered at City Park for the “Ho…

Hayley Mattson
Templeton Library’s First Saturday Market Returns

Templeton Library’s First Saturday Market Returns

On the first Saturday of each month, the parking lot at the Templeton Library transforms into a lively hub of creativity…

Hayley Mattson
May in Full Bloom

May in Full Bloom

It’s “May Day” — Friday, May 1! That means it’s time to reconnect with the Earth, the community, and with your own inner…

Karyl Lammers

Business

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The Fair Is Over — Not The Fun

The Fair Is Over — Not The Fun

Another California Mid-State Fair is in the books. Whether you spent multiple evenings enjoying concerts, showing livest…

Staff Report
Community Momentum Continues Across North County

Community Momentum Continues Across North County

This summer, one thing is clear: Our community is showing up. Across Paso Robles, Templeton, and the surrounding Nort…

Robert Covarrubias, CEO, Paso Robles & Templeton Chamber of Commerce
Keeping Time: A Fourth of July Reflection

Keeping Time: A Fourth of July Reflection

As we celebrate Independence Day, we're reminded of the values that have helped shape our nation — freedom, opportunity,…

Shift N Gears
A Mother's Touch

A Mother's Touch

Our roads are filled with potholes, cracks, and uneven pavement. For many mothers managing busy days filled with school …

Featured

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Protecting Our Most Vulnerable

Protecting Our Most Vulnerable

There are some topics I write about that are difficult because of the tragedy involved. This is one of them. As Sheri…

Sheriff Ian Parkinson
Building Schools for the Future in PRJUSD!

Building Schools for the Future in PRJUSD!

It is an exciting time for the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District. Every school year brings new opportunities,…

Jennifer Loftus, Superintendent, Paso Robles Joint Unified School District
Voices of the VFW: Advocating for America's Veterans

Voices of the VFW: Advocating for America's Veterans

As the Paso Robles summer heat slowly creeps in, so do the changes to Veterans’ benefits and rights. Did you know tha…

Leo Castillo, VFW Post 10965 Commander
Before the School Bus: Education in Early Paso Robles

Before the School Bus: Education in Early Paso Robles

Before sprawling campuses, school buses, and paved country roads connected North County, education in the Paso Robles ar…

Paso Robles Area Historical Society
North County August Events

North County August Events

Stay connected with everything happening across North County! From community festivals and live music to family activit…

Staff Report
Meet the six young women competing for Miss California Mid-State Fair

Meet the six young women competing for Miss California Mid-State Fair

The California Mid-State Fair is getting ready to crown its next ambassador, as six young women from across San Luis Obi…

Camille DeVaul
July 4, 1776: Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

July 4, 1776: Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

This Fourth of July, Americans across the nation will gather much as they have for generations. Families will fire up ba…

Hayley Mattson
North County July Events

North County July Events

Stay connected with everything happening across North County! From community festivals and live music to family activiti…

Staff Report
Stars, Stripes & Summer Paso Nights

Stars, Stripes & Summer Paso Nights

Happy 250th Anniversary, honoring the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. “God Bless America…

Karyl Lammers
A Time to Remember, a Time to Gather

A Time to Remember, a Time to Gather

Each year, as May arrives and the long weekend approaches, there’s a familiar rhythm that settles in—families planning b…

Cruisin' for a Cause Car Show

Cruisin' for a Cause Car Show

Classic cars, community spirit, and a full day of family-friendly fun will take center stage this Memorial Day weekend a…

Honoring Heritage and Heroes | Best of the West

Honoring Heritage and Heroes | Best of the West

Each Memorial Day Weekend, the rolling hills of Santa Margarita Ranch transform into a living time capsule, where the ru…

Mothers Who Lead

Mothers Who Lead

Motherhood is often described as the most important job in the world—but what happens when that role is paired with entr…

Health

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Summer Skin Care & Health

Summer Skin Care & Health

Summer brings longer days, stronger UV exposure, and more time outdoors—all of which can be great for your mood but chal…

Staff Report
Supporting Mental Wellness Naturally

Supporting Mental Wellness Naturally

When it comes to mental health, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Along with healthy habits, counseling, and medic…

The Natural Alternative
Sea Moss Makes a ComebackMay 2026

Wine and Dine

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Paso Robles White Wines Shine in Summer

Paso Robles White Wines Shine in Summer

August in Paso Robles wine country is quintessential summer. Warm afternoons, cool evenings, and meals enjoyed outdoors …

Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
Summer Harvest on the Table

Summer Harvest on the Table

During the summer, the fridge is stocked with plenty of fruit to eat fresh and to make smoothies. We also have a lot of …

BeeWench Farm
A Summer Well Spent in Wine Country

A Summer Well Spent in Wine Country

Summer in Paso Robles Wine Country is all about slowing down and savoring the season. Warm days and cool nights make it …

Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

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