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Kaytlyn Leslie
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Kaytlyn Leslie @kaytlynleslie.bsky.social · Mar 26
Bang the Drum brewery told to move after #SLO building declared ‘unsafe’

“You can’t just pop somewhere else,” owner Noelle Dubois told @sanluisobispo.com. “It really feels like it’s not an option to us right now because there’s so much to it.”

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Bang the Drum brewery, SLO church told to move after building declared ‘unsafe’
“This is our space,” the owner of the popular brewery told The Tribune. What will they do now?
www.sanluisobispo.com
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Hey #SLOCounty: I'm needing some help on an article for @sanluisobispo.com.

I've been following local #RiteAid closures, and as those start going, one of the things I know many of us will miss are the iconic #ThriftysIceCream scoop counters.

So I want to know your best local Thrifty's memories
July 1, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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If you read one @sanluisobispo.com story today, make it this one by @joanlynch.bsky.social:

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’I will fight back’: How trans student became a voice for access in SLO County
“This is not just a policy issue. It’s a matter of basic human rights,” Arroyo Grande High School student athlete Lily told The Tribune.
www.sanluisobispo.com
May 20, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Reposted by Kaytlyn Leslie
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A homeless man in SLO hit the jackpot last week when he won $1 million on a CA Lottery scratcher. @kaytlynleslie.bsky.social got the scoop. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
Homeless man in SLO just won $1 million on a Lottery scratcher
“I just can’t wait to get off the streets,” the man said of his jackpot win.
www.sanluisobispo.com
April 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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After it and other tenants at 1150 Laurel Lane were told they had 30 days to vacate the property, Bang the Drum owner Noelle Dubois is asking the city to collaborate to find ways to keep the popular brewery in the space through the start of summer

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SLO brewery asks city for more time before eviction. ‘The best fighting chance’
Bang the Drum owner Noelle Dubois said “the abrupt 30-day timeline feels like an insurmountable obstacle.”
www.sanluisobispo.com
April 1, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Bang the Drum brewery told to move after #SLO building declared ‘unsafe’

“You can’t just pop somewhere else,” owner Noelle Dubois told @sanluisobispo.com. “It really feels like it’s not an option to us right now because there’s so much to it.”

Read more at: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/busines...
Bang the Drum brewery, SLO church told to move after building declared ‘unsafe’
“This is our space,” the owner of the popular brewery told The Tribune. What will they do now?
www.sanluisobispo.com
March 26, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Reposted by Kaytlyn Leslie
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@clojooo.bsky.social @joanlynch.bsky.social @joetarica.bsky.social @kaytlynleslie.bsky.social and I woke up in the wee hours this morning to provide live updates on the St. Fratty’s Day revelry. Here’s a play-by-play of the day’s events 🧵
‘Go home or you get arrested.’ See live updates from St. Fratty’s Day in SLO
Several hundred people began crowding a street in a San Luis Obispo neighborhood midway through Saturday morning.
www.sanluisobispo.com
March 15, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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The music festival on Cal Poly campus for St. Fratty’s day has become chaotic at the entrance as hundreds of kids try to get to see Galantis and Zhu
March 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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What do we know about the plans for St. Fratty's this weekend? Here's a look at our @sanluisobispo.com coverage so far (thread)
March 13, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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For those who are always wondering: Is that Prado Road #Highway101 overpass ever going to be built in #SLO? Here's the latest time estimates for construction
www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
SLO has wanted to build a new Highway 101 overpass for decades. What’s taking so long?
The city received yet another update on progress on the long-awaited project at a recent City Council meeting.
www.sanluisobispo.com
March 5, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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#SLO is ditching that controversial gateless tech at downtown parking garage. Here's what to know about what will replace it (hint: it's not entirely the traditional ticketed gate)

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SLO is ditching controversial gateless tech at downtown parking garage. What to know
The system was rolled out in 2023 to much criticism from users who didn’t like the “pay then play” model.
www.sanluisobispo.com
March 5, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Jet attempts to set speed record for flight from #SLO airport to London. See the video

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Jet attempts to set speed record for flight from SLO airport to London. See the video
It would also be the 100th record for this Bombardier jet, an official confirmed.
www.sanluisobispo.com
March 1, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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Man chased down after allegedly trying to pass a bad check at a #SLOCounty bank

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Man chased down after allegedly trying to pass a bad check at a SLO County bank
The man was taken into custody after a brief foot chase, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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#SLOCounty city smashed nearly 40-year-old heat record Thursday. Here’s how hot it got

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SLO County city smashed nearly 40-year-old heat record Thursday. Here’s how hot it got
The previous record for the day was set in 1986.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 28, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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Traffic Alert🚨: Overturned trailer on Hwy. 101 blocks lanes, brings traffic to standstill on Cuesta Grade in #SLOCounty

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Overturned trailer on Hwy. 101 blocks lanes, brings traffic to standstill on Cuesta Grade
A motorcyclist may also have been hit during the incident, according to CHP.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 28, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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We may have just gotten some rain, but it's still looking "dry as a bone" out at one of SLO County's most popular wildflower viewing spots. Here's what's up

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‘Dry as a bone.’ Why it’s not looking good for a wildflower superbloom in SLO County this year
A wet spring could still turn things around — though that’s looking unlikely in the latest forecasts, experts say.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Reposted by Kaytlyn Leslie
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Flu cases spike in SLO County. What’s behind the worst influenza season in years?
www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
Flu cases spike in SLO County. What’s behind the worst influenza season in years?
More than 30% of flu tests in SLO County came back as positive in early February.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 25, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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High Surf Advisory issued February 25 at 2:05PM PST until February 26 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Additional Details Here.
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 15 ft with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. Largest northwest facing shores. * WHEN...Until 6 PM PST Wednesday, largest on Tuesday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a brief lull in the surf on Wednesday, but the surf builds again into Thursday. This High Surf Advisory will likely need to be extended. * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. Largest west facing shores. * WHEN...Until 6 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a brief lull in the surf on Wednesday, but the surf builds again into Thursday. This High Surf Advisory will likely need to be extended.
February 25, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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PASO ROBLES AIRPORT CA Feb 25 Climate: High: 71 Low: 38 Precip: 0.0" Snow: Missing Link
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February 26, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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Want live updates as this #atmosphericriver #storm continues to drench #SLOCounty? We've got you covered right here! www.sanluisobispo.com/news/weather...
Live storm updates: Thousands without power in SLO County, numerous roads flooded
The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement warning of hail in part of the county Thursday.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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Thousands without power as #atmosphericriver #storm sweeps #SLOCounty. See where

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Thousands without power as atmospheric river storm sweeps SLO County. See where
Find out when power is expected to be restored.
www.sanluisobispo.com
February 13, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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A message to readers from our editor @joetarica.bsky.social

"The Tribune newsroom is now stronger than it has been in years and boasts a dynamic balance of veteran experience and fearless young talent."

Read the full message here: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
A relentless pursuit of the truth: That’s how The Tribune is covering SLO County news in 2025
It’s been a busy first month, and we’ll be there every step of the way, covering the stories that matter to you most.
www.sanluisobispo.com
January 31, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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@kaytlynleslie.bsky.social is our late-night news watcher and got this story about a shootout between SLO County sheriff's deputies and a man in Templeton. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/c...
Man injured in shootout with SLO County deputies identified
The man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after he allegedly fired multiple shots at deputies in Templeton.
www.sanluisobispo.com
January 31, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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SLO County launches new emergency notification system. Here’s how to sign up
www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
SLO County launches new emergency notification system. Here’s how to sign up
You can get notifications about road closures, power outages and more.
www.sanluisobispo.com
January 16, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Saul Goldberg was one of the healthiest 87-year-olds in San Luis Obispo County, according to his family. He is remembered for his patience, helpfulness, spirit of adventure and love for his wife. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...
87-year-old cyclist killed in SLO crash ‘had many years left,’ family says
“He was just very adventurous, and he made me adventurous,” Carol Goldberg said of her husband of 64 years.
www.sanluisobispo.com
January 15, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Why it’s so hard to find eggs in #SLOCounty now — and why they cost so much when you do

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Why it’s so hard to find eggs in SLO County now — and why they cost so much when you do
Some local grocery stores have even resorted to limiting the number of cartons customers can buy.
www.sanluisobispo.com
January 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM