The Foothill Complete Streets Project in San Luis Obispo is seeking input from the 20,000 drivers, cyclists and pedestrians who use Foothill Boulevard daily to improve safety measures and accessibility, with an online survey open until March 17.
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How four Cal Poly students built a band from a parking garage
What started as casual jam sessions in Cal Poly parking garages has grown into a rising presence in the campus music scene. Representative SLO is a four-member student band made up of musicians from diverse academic and musical backgrounds, united by a shared love of live performance and collaboration. From violin and piano to guitar, […]
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California Supreme Court denies Paul Flores’ appeal in conviction
Paul Flores’ second appeal to his conviction for the first-degree murder of Kristin Smart was denied by the California Supreme Court, San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow announced Wednesday in a press release. Flores filed the petition to the California Court of Appeals for review in July 2025, attempting to reverse his charge […]
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Dancing, lip-syncing, and serving: Drag Club’s Holi-slay Show
Cal Poly Drag Club’s Holi-slay show spotlighted drag performers, behind-the-scenes contributors, and an eager audience. Around a dozen winter drag performers pushed boundaries of social expectation and provided an interactive and energetic variety of numbers. Reporter Kimber Draughon offers us unique perspectives from performers navigating their journeys as drag artists.
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From ideation to creation: capturing culture, identity, and ingenuity in art
In ART 466, Liliana Monge and Maya Benham are among around a dozen students taking creative strides to develop their craft. They utilize techniques ranging from traditional oil painting to the use of physical models. Discover how they blend culture, identity and ingenuity into their works as reporter Kimber Draughon brings us more.
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Paso Robles Art in the Park reveals the possibilities for creative careers
More than one hundred artists and vendors gathered in downtown Paso Robles for the city’s biannual Art in the Park. The variety of creative businesses showcased beautiful art, original products, and a passion for their work. Reporter Kimber Draughon brings us more.
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Central Coast Memorial Museum uplifts veterans through community and memory
On Veterans’ Day, Central Coast Memorial Museum honored veterans through awards, inspiring speeches, and connections. Family and friends gathered to hear keynote speakers recount personal stories from their service. Eight former military members from various formations received awards for their outstanding service. Reporter Kimber Draughon brings us this story.
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Spring fashion show spotlights student “Roots” in fashion, sustainability and innovation
After months of ideating, sketching and stitching, Cal Poly student designers brought their visions to life in front of a packed audience on Sunday. The annual spring fashion show, hosted by Cal Poly’s Fashion, Innovation, Trendsetting, and Styling (FITS) Club in collaboration with the Sustainable Fashion Club, returned to campus, highlighting student creativity and design. […]
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Valentine’s Day: Trading out flowers for fright
The typical elements of Valentine’s Day are tried and true – flowers, gourmet chocolates and fancy dinners. For those looking for an alternative way to spend their evening, a haunted house awaits lovers (or friends) in Atascadero. The Haunt operates primarily during Halloween, but during this season of love, members of the volunteer team put […]