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November 03 1:15pm
The Atascadero Police Department is investigating a homicide following the discovery of 34-year-old Todd Joseph Pinion, who was reported missing on October 30, 2024. Mr. Pinion was last seen in Atascadero on the morning of October 23, 2024, and initial investigations raised concerns about suspicious circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Following a comprehensive investigation, officers identified a person of interest who was laterarrested. Tyler Stevens, a 21-year-old resident of…
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November 01 11:59am
The Atascadero Police Department Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Missing Person
The Atascadero Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating Todd Joseph Pinion, a 34 year old that was last seen on October 22nd in the City of Atascadero. Description of Missing Person: Name: Todd Joseph Pinion Age: 34 Height: 5’10 Weight: 115 lbs Hair Color: brown Eye Color: blue Other Identifying Marks: Todd has a dream catcher tattoo on his right shoulder, a tattoo of a fox with a sunflower, octopus tentacles on his right bicep, a tattoo of a strawberry/…
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October 28 9:11pm
The City of Atascadero is gearing up for First Friday on November 1st in the Downtown featuring a variety of festivities as we celebrate “Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)” starting at 5:30 pm! The “Día de los Muertos” theme will set the tone as we offer festive entertainment, as well as a variety of food and drink specials that can be found throughout the Downtown. For starters, the evening will kick off with a special Folkloric dance group, Paso A Pasito…
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October 28 9:33am
Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services Responds to Hay Trailer Fire
On Saturday, October 26th at 2:54 pm, units from Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services responded to the report of a vehicle fire described as a truck with a trailer of hay bales on fire. Upon arrival, units found a passenger pickup truck towing a flatbed trailer with numerous bales of hay on fire. Fire personnel took aggressive fire suppression actions and were able to contain the fire to the trailer, saving the truck. The fire did spread to nearby vegetation, but fire personnel…
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October 24 6:16pm
Construction to Begin for 2024 F-14 Pavement Resurfacing Project
The City of Atascadero is pleased to announce the work on the 2024 F-14 Pavement Resurfacing Project will begin Monday, October 28th. The project consists of pavement resurfacing a total of 1.37 centerline miles (2.74 lane miles) of critical neighborhood roadway segments in the north/central areas of town, including: • Capistrano Avenue (from Highway 41 to Lewis Avenue): Dig out and fill/pave back in spot locations 10/28-10/29, with resurfacing to follow in mid-November. Works hours…
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October 07 10:28pm
Atascadero Recreation is excited to offer our first ever youth pickleball class! Come take part in one of the fastest growing sports and learn the fundamental skills, knowledge, and strategies of pickleball! Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, and has gained tremendous popularity in recent years. Known for its accessibility and friendly competition, it’s the perfect sport for kids looking to stay active while having fun! Players should wear athletic…
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October 07 10:19pm
The City of Atascadero is looking forward to getting the youth back on the court for some recreational basketball! Our program stresses the importance of individual skill development, teamwork, positive attitudes and most of all, FUN! In a non-competitive setting, we offer a division for anyone in kindergarten through 12th grade at any skill level. All are welcome to participate in the fun! Volunteer Coaches & Sponsors are needed for this program! IMPORTANT DATES: SKILLS…
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October 01 4:10am
The Charles Paddock Zoo announces ZOO BOO! Two Nights ~ Double the options!
The City of Atascadero and the Charles Paddock Zoo are excited to announce ZOO BOO! This fun annual event will now be available two nights vs. just one! It’s a popular evening, so we are extending the options to Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th with both evenings from 5-8:30 pm! Enjoy Halloween fun for all ages with a spooktacular evening in store with a not-too-scary evening throughout the Zoo! You can expect Halloween decorations throughout the Zoo along with…
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September 27 9:47am
2024 Colony Day Parade & Festival: Notice of Road Closures and The ECR Project Updates
The City of Atascadero is excited to celebrate the 51st Annual Colony Days Parade & Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5. The parade will kick off at 10 a.m., and start behind City Hall on Lewis Avenue, continue down Capistrano, turn onto CA-41 briefly, then northbound on El Camino Real, turning on West Mall to City Hall. The City reminds the public to take note of the following planned road closures for Oct. 5 and traffic impacts related to The ECR Project. Road…
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