Alternative reggae band Bare Feet has been rocking out at San Luis Obispo Brewing Company (SLO Brew) for four years now, and are finally becoming regular headliners. Opening for bigger bands taught Bare Feet quite a bit, Leif Garrovillas, one of the band’s bassists, guitarists and vocalists said. He said they gained experience and looked […]
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Landmark Bike Arch threatened by city and vandalism
The house of 880 Upham St. was easy to spot thanks to a rainbow-colored archway made entirely of bicycles. The community supports the Bike Arch, according to the builder; however, regulations and vandalism threaten its continued existence. Mechanical engineering senior Rory Aronson said he and his roommates ride their bikes to school everyday and attend […]
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Downtown Mission Plaza burns with Funky Flames
Old-school funk rocks downtown San Luis Obispo once again when Burning James and the Funky Flames return to Concerts in the Plaza Jun 29. James Scoolis (guitar and vocals) said the band plays music that is personally interesting to him. Their music isn’t stuff that’s been done over and over again, he said. “Burning James” […]
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Farmers market to grow this summer
Weaving through the crowd during San Luis Obispo’s Farmers’ Market may get a little easier this summer. The Thursday night tradition will expand its borders to include Morro Street between Higuera and Monterey streets from July 1 to Sept. 30. The San Luis Obispo Downtown Association joined the San Luis Obispo County Certified Farmers’ Market Association in a plan […]
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Charlie's: A new place in town
A new name has come to San Luis Obispo’s restaurant culture. Charlie’s Place arrived with 34 years of experience, a full-service bar and grill ready to serve up American-Mexican-style flavor. Charlie’s Place opened in San Luis Obispo on March 28. However, Charlie is no stranger to the area. Charlie’s Place has been in Los Alamos, approximately 45 […]
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Celebrate Earth Day with local green organizations
Hundreds of miles from the hustle-and-bustle of Los Angeles and San Francisco, it’s no surprise that scenic San Luis Obispo provides residents with a variety of ways to help the outdoor environment. SLO Green Build Lana Adams, executive director of San Luis Obispo Green Build, pretty much runs the show. She coordinates different groups […]
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Meathead Movers going strong
Following the “Great Recession,” many businesses closed their doors; many employees became unemployed. However, for 15 years, a local moving company has been growing. California’s Meathead Movers is looking to add approximately 70 jobs that can be filled by local students. The company needs employees to replace those who are graduating, as well as fill […]
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Downtown Farmer's Market: History and Vendors
Downtown San Luis Obispo’s Farmer’s Market is famous throughout the Central Coast. Learn more about it’s history and get to know some of the people behind the tables.
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SLO welcomes back the All-American Rejects
They came out swinging — jumping onto stage with no introduction. All the band needed was electric guitars and hard-core drumming, rocking their first major hit from 2003, “Swing, Swing” from their self-titled album. The All-American Rejects concert rocked SLO Brewing Co. last week. It was for sure one of the best concerts I have […]
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Controversial Higuera renovations begin
Downtown San Luis Obispo will soon see changes following the City Council decision to approve a beautification plan for a two-block area of Higuera Street between Morro and Garden streets. After a series of public comments both for and against the project — as well as a pair of failed motions by council members Andrew […]
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Society honors international education with week of events
Under dim lights, former Cal Poly president Warren Baker told stories about the effects international education had on students in the past and how being global can help Cal Poly in the future. Baker was elected to speak at the event, hosted by an honor society known as Phi Beta Delta, for his involvement in the […]