San Luis Obispo may soon see a surge of unexpected guests making a home in the airspace in front of downtown businesses as summer approaches. Swarms of hoverflies, named aptly for the way they “hover” in flight, have become a familiar sight in downtown doorways and storefronts in recent years. This year, however, an unseasonably […]
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Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center hosts annual resource fair and walk
When Kristine Ruiz attended the Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center resource fair with her two sons on Sunday, April 26, she was able to sign her son up for the Camp Expedition summer camp. Featuring over 50 booths, including support services, food trucks, vendors and a silent auction, the purpose of the event was to […]
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New parking structure aims to ease parking in Downtown San Luis Obispo
In downtown San Luis Obispo, finding parking can often take longer than the drive itself. A new parking structure in the City’s Cultural Arts District is aiming to change that experience, offering more spaces and an updated experience for visitors and residents alike. The Cultural Arts District Parking Structure officially opened on March 17 at […]
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Jewelry retailer Gorjana opens store in downtown San Luis Obispo
Gorjana, a Laguna Beach-based jewelry retailer, has opened its first San Luis Obispo County location on Higuera Street, offering a range of fine gold and diamond collections, as well as more affordable items under $50.
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Noise complaint against Libertine ignites debate over noise ordinance
Libertine Brewing Company is challenging a 1996 noise ordinance in San Luis Obispo that has been applied to the city’s designated entertainment district, sparking a broader conversation about noise enforcement in the area.
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Cal Poly Cat Program brings their Adopt-A-Kitty Event to downtown
Cal Poly’s Cat Program hosted its Adopt-A-Kitty Event in Downtown San Luis Obispo at Humankind. The event worked as a way to bring awareness to the club, encourage people to adopt kittens and engage with the community. Mustang News reporter Gabrielle Ottaviano went to the event to learn more about the program.
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Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center raises $43,000 in annual Walk for Autism
More than $43,000 was raised for the Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center in its annual Walk for Autism event on April 27, where the autism community came together to celebrate inclusion and connection. The symbolic walk began and ended under a green balloon arch at the center of Mission Plaza, while members of the Cal […]
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San Luis Obispo takes part in nationwide People’s March
The San Luis Obispo community rallied outside the Superior Court on Saturday, January 18th in part of the nationwide People’s March. The rally was organized by Planned Parenthood in collaboration with the Diversity Coalition and Mujeres de Acción. Mustang News Reporter, Izzy Romero spoke with community members to learn what this rally meant for them.
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City of San Luis Obispo begins lot demolition to build the Cultural Arts District Parking Structure
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Community marches through downtown SLO in support of Palestine
Several people gathered at Mission San Luis Obispo this Saturday to march in support of Palestinian civilian lives during the recently declared Israel-Hamas war.
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Turkish coffee and dessert bar Lokum comes to downtown San Luis Obispo
In American culture, meeting for a cup of coffee is a casual event. In Turkey, meeting for coffee means much more. “If you drink a cup of coffee with people, even if you don’t know them, that means 40 years of friendship,” Lokum owner Levent Derdiyok said. Derdiyok sought to honor the cultural importance of […]