A song in your heart
I was talking with a young person after an Opera SLO performance at the Center for Performing Arts, …
James Brescia, Ed.D. ·
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Thousands brave the 2026 Polar Bear Dip
Costumed crowds plunge into 57-degree surf during the 46th annual New Year’s Day tradition Rainy skies didn't dampen the spirit of thousands of folks who turned out for the 46th Annual Carlin Soulé Polar Bear Dip in Cayucos on New Year's Day. As is custom, the day started early as dippers trickled onto Cayucos B…
By Neil Farrell·
In the National Spotlight, a Local Commitment to Justice Endures
By Ian Parkinson San Luis Obispo County Sheriff From time to time, cases investigated by o…
Morro Bay Life ·
Morro Bay CPAs delivering trusted financial expertise across Central Coast
Firm combines decades of experience with personalized service to support individuals and businesses …
Camille DeVaul ·
D.A. calls for civility with ICE protests
Sheriff outlines jail policies and ICE interactions as public weighs in By Neil Farrell and Camille DeVaul With sometimes viol…
Neil Farrell ·
Quota Fund to donate $150,000 to fix wharf
Grant will help address structural issues at aging dock as city works through millions in harbor maintenance needs A local commercial…
Neil Farrell ·
Behind the Badge: Inside the Sheriff’s Office after a defining year
By Ian Parkinson SLO County Sheriff I’ll start this column the same way I always begin the first one of the year. By wishing every…
Morro Bay Life ·
San Luis Obispo County Office of Education: Public Service
As we welcome 2026, I reflect on my 40 years of public service and what they mean. Public service provides vital functions like water, publi…
James Brescia, Ed.D. ·
Morro Bay selects John Craig as new city manager
Veteran public administrator from New Mexico brings more than 25 years of government leadership experience Morro Bay will start the n…
Camille DeVaul ·
Gary Newman joins Cayucos Land Conservancy Board
Recently retired engineer named membership chair as conservancy advances major coastal and greenbelt preservation efforts The Cayucos…
Neil Farrell ·
‘Tommy’ fundraiser screening rocks Bay Theater on Jan. 19
The Who’s iconic rock opera film screens in Morro Bay to benefit The Rock Community Radio, with costumes, prizes, and classic rock flair …
Neil Farrell ·
Morro Bay pursues state grants to connect Rancho Colina to city water, sewer
Council authorizes applications for up to $11 million in funding to help mobile home and RV park The City of Morro Bay will seek gran…
Neil Farrell ·
January Calendar of Events
Discover what’s going on in Morro Bay, and beyond! From community fundraisers and live music to family festivals and local traditions, San L…
Morro Bay Life ·
Celebrating 36 years of the Christmas Bicycle Giveaway
By Ian Parkinson SLO County Sheriff The holiday season has always been one of my favorite times of the year. There’s something abo…
Morro Bay Life ·
The December Dilemma: Religion and our schools
Millions of families from different religious backgrounds trust their children's education to our public schools. Employees need to be fully…
James Brescia, Ed.D. ·
City to repair erosion on Morro Creek
Emergency stabilization project planned as severe erosion endangers Fishermen’s Gear Storage access and recycled water plans As recen…
Neil Farrell ·
Marine Mammal Center eyes new home in Cayucos
Organization seeks to lease portion of Cayucos Water Reclamation Facility to build triage site after Morro Bay plant closure An organ…
Neil Farrell ·
Cayucos to hire new General Manager
David Athey will start in January, managing WRRF, personnel, and major infrastructure projects The Cayucos Sanitary District was expe…
Neil Farrell ·
December Calendar of Events
Discover what’s going on in Morro Bay, and beyond! From community fundraisers and live music to family festivals and local traditions, San L…
Morro Bay Life ·
Opera veterans bring holiday harmony to Morro Bay
St. Timothy’s to host free Dec. 7 Christmas concert featuring acclaimed performers Lovers of opera and Christmas music will get a mas…
Neil Farrell ·