Downtown businesses face difficult times in the current economy and about two dozen businesses have closed in the past year.
Tag: San Luis Obispo
New smoking ordinance in SLO
A ban on smoking at public parks and outdoor recreation areas that include Mission Plaza and the nearby creek walk was ordered by the San Luis Obispo City Council last Friday after the council had received complaints from residents and businesses.
Cal Poly wins gold as best workplace for commuters
Innovative and sustainable means of transportation have made Cal Poly a standout as far as benefits not just for commuters but for the environment as well. Cal Poly was recognized with a gold medal this year as a Best Workplace for Commuters (BWC) by the University of South Florida’s National Center for Transit Research (NCTR).
Unidentified man robs downtown bank
Yesterday an unidentified man robbed Chase Bank on Chorro Street, police said. The man passed a note to the teller demanding money and claimed he had a gun at approximately 2:20 p.m.
Nutrition Club tackles obesity issues
The Nutrition Club at Cal Poly is addressing rising concerns about obesity in America by developing programs, such as Pink and Dude Chefs, urging people to live a healthy lifestyle.
Mustangs overcome 3-run deficit in eighth to sink Dons
Cal Poly scored five runs in the eighth inning to overcome a three-run deficit and win the series against San Francisco on Sunday afternoon at Baggett Stadium.
