This year Cal Poly students had to rethink Thanksgiving plans. Reporter Anya Dimaio caught up with some students to hear what they’re up to for this holiday.
The road to reopening for Oceano Dunes
The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA), a place where people can drive on the beach, has reopened in phase one of a three phase plan to fully reopen the park to the public. Oceano Dunes is currently operating…
Cal Poly students respond to a potential COVID-19 vaccine
With the potential for a COVID-19 vaccine making headlines, some students said they would take it, and others said they wouldn’t. Moderna, a biotechnology company, and Pfizer, a pharmaceutical corporation, have both published studies showing the effectiveness of their vaccines, but some Cal Poly students…
Cal Poly Marching Band hosts first virtual Bandfest
Wind Ensemble, Wind Orchestra and Cal Poly Marching Band practiced for weeks to create the first virtual Bandfest. Students performed in small groups on campus a few days before the event and Music Directors Nick Waldron and Chris Woodruff edited…
Cal Poly’s floral design class makes students smile
Cal Poly’s floral design class is one of the many courses that moved online this quarter. Professor Melinda Lynch said she’s not letting the online format limit her student’s experience in the class.
Watch: Meet San Luis Obispo’s City Council candidates
Two seats on the San Luis Obispo City Council are up for election Nov. 3.
How to avoid common ballot mistakes to ensure your vote counts
County Clerk-Recorder Tommy Gong discussed common mistakes to avoid that can disqualify ballots as well as what to do if a voter makes a mistake.
San Luis Obispo Mayoral Debate
The live debate on Oct. 27 covered issues ranging from protests in San Luis Obispo to how the city will handle the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The candidates were given seven questions each with a minute and a half to respond…
Meet San Luis Obispo Mayoral Candidate: Heidi Harmon
Incumbent Heidi Harmon is seeking a third term as San Luis Obispo’s mayor. Prior to being elected for mayor in 2016, Harmon had no electoral experience. Rather, she was engaged in the community as a community organizer, predominantly for climate…
Meet San Luis Obispo mayoral candidate: Cherisse Sweeney
Sweeney’s campaign focuses on three main issues: public health and safety, economic vitality and inclusivity. Sweeney said these issues are interwoven in a “harmonious circle.”
Tianna Arata appeared in court alongside three new co-defendants
This morning, Tianna Arata was joined in court by her three new co-defendants Marcus Montgomery, Amman Asfaw and Joshua Powell, who were charged with misdemeanors for participating in a local Black Lives Matter protest three months ago. Today was the…