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Alvie M. Nichols 1940-2025Alvie Marshall Nichols was born on January 6, 1940, in Bellmead, Texas. He moved to San Luis O...
08/01/2025

Alvie M. Nichols 1940-2025

Alvie Marshall Nichols was born on January 6, 1940, in Bellmead, Texas. He moved to San Luis Obispo as a young boy of about 10 years old.

As a young boy, Alvie began working for Red Johnson on S. Higuera Street, where he learned to train horses. By age 13, he was training horses by himself. Through this, he developed a love for horses.

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Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

Patrick S. Heckman 1970-2025Patrick Heckman was born June 10, 1970, in Bellflower, California. He grew up near close fam...
08/01/2025

Patrick S. Heckman 1970-2025

Patrick Heckman was born June 10, 1970, in Bellflower, California. He grew up near close family in Orange County. He was blessed when his mother, Cherri, met his Dad, Gary Brodie. They soon moved to the Central Coast.

Pat spent his teenage years in Shell Beach and Atascadero, graduating from Atascadero High School in 1988. He loved the beach and surfed with friends daily in Morro Bay and Cayucos. He married the love of his life, Suzanne Larsen, in 1996. They started a family that grew to five children: Thomas, Emily, Luke, Holly, and Autumn. They are his greatest pride and joy and his reason for living.

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Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

Lois M. Ramont 1935-2025Lois M. Ramont, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother (Grandmere), great-grandmother, and cherishe...
08/01/2025

Lois M. Ramont 1935-2025

Lois M. Ramont, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother (Grandmere), great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on July 9, 2025. Lois’s life was a beautiful example of love, compassion, and deep faith, leaving a lasting legacy for her family, friends, and community.

Born on February 13, 1935, in San Francisco, CA, Lois grew up in the small town of Arbuckle, CA. As a teenager, she faced one of the greatest challenges of her life when she overcame tuberculosis, an experience that helped shape her unwavering strength and resilience throughout her years.

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Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

PASO ROBLES — After 35 years of shaping the lives of dancers and enriching the arts community in North County, Class Act...
08/01/2025

PASO ROBLES — After 35 years of shaping the lives of dancers and enriching the arts community in North County, Class Act Dance (CAD) is proud to announce a new chapter in its history. Founder Cheryle Armstrong will be passing the torch of ownership to longtime dance educator and performer Rachel Connerton on Sept. 1.

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https://pasoroblespress.com/lifestyle/entertainment/class-act-dance-enters-new-era-as-founder-cheryle-armstrong-passes-the-torch/

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

PASO ROBLES — The final stretch of the 2025 California Mid-State Fair (CMSF) wrapped up with a week packed full of music...
07/31/2025

PASO ROBLES — The final stretch of the 2025 California Mid-State Fair (CMSF) wrapped up with a week packed full of music, livestock, rodeo action, and fan-favorite fair foods — all capped off with a Monster Truck show that marked the fair’s official close on Sunday, July 27.

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https://pasoroblespress.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/california-mid-state-fair/california-mid-state-fair-ends-on-a-high-note/

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

ast week, I shared the news that we have moved our office back upstairs in the same Atascadero building. We had been wor...
07/31/2025

ast week, I shared the news that we have moved our office back upstairs in the same Atascadero building. We had been working downstairs in the 5,000-square-foot space while planning a new adventure, but after much effort, expense, and a looming timeline by the city, we decided to pivot and put that idea on hold for now.

But with that turn of events, a local mom and vintage expert, Chrystal Bergman, saw the potential in the space and stepped up with a vision of her own. She’s opening the Atascadero Antique Market — a collaborative marketplace that brings together a collection of local vendors who believed in her idea. We couldn’t be more thrilled to watch her dream come to life! The soft opening is this Friday, and I hope you’ll stop by 5050 El Camino Real to discover a treasure or two. It’s sure to become a special place for our community. While you're there, be sure to visit the Atascadero Avenue booth — a new venture we're excited to introduce as part of our growing local presence.

On another note, I mentioned recently that I’m working on a follow-up story about the renaming of the Charles Paddock Zoo. A reader pointed out that I may have misstated that the letter submitted by former LA Sheriff Dennis Lovejoy was fully redacted. After reviewing it again, it appears that only the signature and address were removed. With that note, I appreciate those who have reached out to me about the name change. This story has many layers — not just about the man himself — but also the way the decision was made. Many residents have expressed that they didn’t feel there was adequate notice or opportunity for public discussion. Add to that the timing of the letter submitted just a day before the meeting, and it’s easy to see why people are asking questions.

Nefarious or not, that’s not really the point. The bigger question is: What do you think?

I’d love to hear your thoughts — write to me at [email protected]

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

PASO ROBLES — The smell of pancakes filled Paso Robles City Park on the morning of Thursday, July 24, as the Paso Robles...
07/31/2025

PASO ROBLES — The smell of pancakes filled Paso Robles City Park on the morning of Thursday, July 24, as the Paso Robles Main Street Association hosted its 26th Annual Pancake Breakfast. While the event is known for warm stacks and smiling faces, its heart lies in community togetherness and downtown support during the hustle and bustle of the California Mid-State Fair (CMSF).

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https://pasoroblespress.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/california-mid-state-fair/paso-robles-keeps-pancake-tradition-sizzling/

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

Tsunami Watch Upgraded to Advisory for California CoastThe National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) has upgraded a Tsunami...
07/30/2025

Tsunami Watch Upgraded to Advisory for California Coast

The National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) has upgraded a Tsunami Watch to a Tsunami Advisory for the entire California coastline—effective until further notice, following a confirmed tsunami-generating earthquake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula.

The magnitude 8.7 earthquake struck at approximately 4:24 p.m. PT, about 80 miles southwest of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky in Russia’s remote eastern region. The quake prompted a tsunami warning for parts of the Alaska Aleutian Islands and initial tsunami watches for coastal areas in California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii.

The advisory now in effect means a tsunami is either expected or already occurring. According to the NTWC, strong currents and dangerous waves could impact those in or near the water. While widespread coastal flooding is not expected, localized inundation may occur, particularly in low-lying zones.

Estimated Impact Time in California
Tsunami activity is expected to reach the Los Angeles Harbor at approximately 1:05 a.m. on Wednesday, July 30, according to the latest projections. Officials caution that the first wave may not be the largest, and that dangerous conditions could persist for several hours.

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https://pasoroblespress.com/news/tsunami-watch-upgraded-to-advisory-for-california-coast/

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

PASO ROBLES — The 79th annual California Mid-State Fair (CMSF) started out strong on Wednesday, July 16. With traffic ba...
07/24/2025

PASO ROBLES — The 79th annual California Mid-State Fair (CMSF) started out strong on Wednesday, July 16. With traffic backed up all the way into Atascadero, the community gathered for the annual ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:45 p.m. followed by free carnival rides for opening night and of the crowning of the 2025 Miss California Mid-State Fair. The night closed with a sold-out Jon Pardi concert on the Grandstand Arena.

The spotlight was on nine talented young women on Wednesday night as the 2025 Miss California Mid‑State Fair Queen and Court were crowned in front of an enthusiastic audience on the Frontier Stage.

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Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

TEMPLETON — Three weeks after a devastating fire ripped through the historic Templeton Feed & Grain building on July 4, ...
07/24/2025

TEMPLETON — Three weeks after a devastating fire ripped through the historic Templeton Feed & Grain building on July 4, the business is slowly but steadily getting back on its feet — thanks to overwhelming community support, a dedicated staff, and an unwavering spirit to rebuild.

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Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Planning Commission met for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 8, where a publ...
07/24/2025

PASO ROBLES — The Paso Robles Planning Commission met for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 8, where a public hearing was held for a proposal to convert a long‑standing commercial building at 2508 Spring St. into a mixed‑use destination is making its way through city review.

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https://pasoroblespress.com/news/government/city-of-paso-robles/updates-may-be-coming-to-property-on-spring-street/

Paso Robles Press is the daily online news source and weekly print newspaper for the Paso Robles area, serving the community since 1889.

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