Two days out from an open tournament in Menlo Park, freshman wrestler Christian Garcia needed to cut nearly ten pounds. Garcia competes in the 125-pound weight class. But that’s not standard for his typical bodyweight. “Right now I’m fighting out of 125 (lbs.), and I’m probably walking around at like 134 (lbs.) during the week, […]
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Scuba certification class has students diving in the Rec Pool
Cal Poly students can earn their scuba certification through ASI Aquatics and SLO Ocean Currents, which offers classroom instruction, pool training, and open water dives to prepare students for future careers in marine biology or environmental research.
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How Morro Bay’s Outrigger Club brings new paddlers onto the water
Outrigger canoes filled the calm waters of Morro Bay as local club Pale Kai opened its doors to new members through a series of free demo days. Designed for both first-time and experienced paddlers, these guided sessions give participants the chance to learn the basics of outrigger canoeing while building community on the water. Reporter […]
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Meet the Central Coast shaper keeping surfboard craft local
In an industry increasingly dominated by mass-produced and overseas surfboards, local surfboard shaping remains a craft deeply rooted in community and connection. On California’s Central Coast, surfboard shaper Shane Stoneman has spent more than 25 years hand-shaping boards for surfers he knows personally. Stoneman believes the relationship between surfer and shaper, and the pride that […]
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Inside SLO’s new all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ
Downtown SLO’s newest restaurant is drawing crowds with its sizzling skillets of food. Mustang News reporter Rocco Brichler stopped by to see what makes Honey Belly’s all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue experience worth the wait.
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Women’s Basketball falls to Long Beach State in final regular season game
Sophomore forward Mary Carter’s 27-point career high wasn’t enough to take down Long Beach State, the Mustangs losing 72-64 in their final game before the postseason. After clinching the eighth seed for the Big West Championships with their win against Cal State Fullerton last week, the Mustangs looked to close their season strong with a […]
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City approves safe parking pilot program for homeless individuals
The City of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission unanimously approved a proposal on Wednesday to establish new overnight parking spaces for individuals living in their vehicles.
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Poly Royal Rodeo is sold out: Here’s how to still enjoy the event
Cal Poly’s 82nd Annual Poly Royal Rodeo will be at capacity after all three of the highly anticipated rodeo events “sold out in less than an hour.”
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As St. Fratty’s approaches, SLOPD prepares to ramp up activity; students share frustrations
On Saturday, the San Luis Obispo Police Department (SLOPD) will enact its new Safety Enhancement Zone for St. Fratty’s Day; Cal Poly students living on Hathway St. have mixed reviews about the block party itself and the city’s policing of the event.
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Taking on El Niño: Winter Surfing in SLO
In February, coastal flooding, high surf and high wind advisories were issued for SLO Country as a result of dangerous winter storms.
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1901 Marketplace to open winter 2024 after three years of construction
1901 Marketplace will replace former dining halls 805 Kitchen and The Avenue. The name is an homage to when Cal Poly was founded.