Running Log of Paso Robles Press Posts Regarding COVID-19
Updates about COVID-19 and San Luis Obispo County
CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act
San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department
- SLO County Official Info — www.readyslo.org
- SLO County Official Coronavirus COVID-19 Page
- SLO County to Order a Shelter-in-Place (March 18)
- San Luis Obispo County Declares State of Emergency over COVID-19
- Guidance on Gatherings to Protect Public Health and Slow the Spread of COVID-19
- SLO County Public Health Update (March 4)
- County Recommends Action to Limit Exposure to COVID-19
- County Health Director Provides Update on Novel Coronavirus COVID-19
North SLO County
- Paso Robles Mayor Updates
- Paso Robles Chamber • pasostrong.org
- Templeton Chamber • Templeton Strong page
- North County Sees First Case of COVID-19
- Paso Robles Declares State of Local Emergency
- COVID-19 Count Rises to Six in SLO County
- Mayor Heather Moreno Announces ‘Virus is in Atascadero’
- Person in Quarantine Confirms Positive North County COVID-19 Test is in Atascadero
School Closures (Food services will continue to serve meals to children under 18 years old)
- Atascadero High School Announces Closure Through March
- Paso Robles School Board Votes to Close All PRJUSD Schools In Emergency Meeting
- Templeton School Board Votes to Close Schools at Emergency Meeting
Countywide Activity and Event Cancellations • As of the latest information, all events and activities have been canceled, postponed, suspended, or otherwise interrupted. Check with event organizers for rescheduling plans.
Other News
COVID-19 Resources
This is Our World Now
As COVID-19 cases explode, human spirit will be tested Cases of COVID-19 in the United States have exceeded all other countries, surpassing China and Italy, reporting 82,404 cases on Thursday, March 26. Less than 30 days ago, hugging a friend was a normal activity....
Cancer Support Community Offers Social and Emotional Services
Cancer Support Community - California Central Coast (CSC-CCC), a non-profit organization that offers social and emotional programs services to local cancer patients, survivors, and their families free of charge, is offering its current programs and counseling sessions...
SLO County COVID-19 Cases Grow to 46, more expected
Social distancing becomes 'physical distancing,' Cal Poly to become alternate hospitalization site San Luis Obispo County Administrative Officer Wade Horton and County Health Officer Penny Borenstein provided an update on Wednesday, March 25. Horton began by...
San Paso Truck Stop and Melton Technologies Providing Free Breakfasts To Truckers
North of Paso Robles, San Paso is home to clean restrooms and Jose's Country Kitchen As a thank you to America’s hard-working truckers in these hard times, the San Paso Truck Stop, in cooperation with its partner Melton Technologies, Inc., will be providing free...
Essential Heroes: From Prohibition to Pandemic
Local distiller Aaron Bergh converts operation to produce hand sanitizer Distilling spirits runs in the family. Master distiller Aaron Bergh's great-great-grandfather's moonshine operation was shutdown during prohibition, now Bergh's distillery supplies the FBI with...
Update: COVID-19 Cases Growing Gradually, 42 Confirmed
Three under 18, six recovered, one hospitalized and one in ICU Of the 42, 18 cases are in North SLO County, with most cases being considered transmitted by travel. From ReadySLO.org: As of 3/24/20 at 1:00 pm: Total Positive Cases: 42 Cases by Region - Coast (8), No....
Downtown Paso Robles Businesses Update
The Paso Robles Downtown Main Street Association released the following bulk update: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY MOMENT. PLEASE CONTACT THE BUSINESS BEFORE HEADING OUT! Support downtown restaurants and eateries as they create new offerings via phone...
Three Cases Considered Fully Recovered as Totals Rise
SLO County confirmed a total of 33 cases of COVID-19 now being treated San Luis Obispo County Administrative Officer Wade Horton and County Health Officer Penny Borenstein provided the County's daily press update on Monday at 3:30 p.m. Each provided updates for their...
40 Prado Homeless Shelter Needs Volunteers, Goods
Shelter not currently accepting new clients Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) takes the health and well-being of our client families, our staff, and our community with the utmost seriousness. An essential service provided by CAPSLO...
Coronavirus Fears Severely Impact Blood Supply
Canceled blood drives, school closures, and shelter-at-home orders also contribute to drop in blood donors Coronavirus responses have severely impacted the U.S. blood supply as Vitalant and other blood centers across the country are struggling to maintain stable...
President Approves Major Disaster Declaration for California
Federal funding now available for crisis counseling, protective measures FEMA announced that federal emergency aid has been made available for the state of California to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Coronavirus...
Essential SLO County Services to Continue Under Shelter-at-Home Order
The County of San Luis Obispo is continuing to provide essential services to residents during the current Shelter at Home order, intended to slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in SLO County by ensuring the maximum number of people self-quarantine...
Delivery Now Available for Seniors in Isolation
Phone service accessible seven days per week for those in need Self-isolating San Luis Obispo County residents 65 and older and those with chronic medical conditions who can’t get to the grocery store or pharmacy now have a free way to get their food and medicine...
Are You Open? Help Us Tell Our Readers
Sign up as a Business Contributor and give yourself a shoutout! In order to publish information for our local businesses as efficiently as possible during this time of constant change, we are providing local businesses an opportunity to become Business Contributors to...
Know the Symptoms of COVID-19
It is shown that slowing and stopping the spread of COVID-19 is a matter of timing. The sooner cases are identified and quarantined, the slower the spread. Know the symptoms of COVID-19 — fever, cough, and shortness of breath — so you can help do your part. Keep...
Paso Robles Mayor’s Report, March 21
'This too shall pass ... stay strong, Paso Robles' Paso Robles Mayor Steve Martin released audio report on Saturday, March 21. "We're still here," Martin said. "We're still moving forward." The report covers the latest report from the SLO County Public Health...
Food 4 Less and Rancho San Miguel Markets Respond to Coronavirus
PAQ, Inc. is committed to the health and safety of our customers, employee owners and the community. We want to assure everyone that they can count on us, during this rapidly evolving coronavirus situation and always, to provide the community with quality products at...
Paso Robles Mayor Releases COVID-19 Video
Steve Martin PSA encourages social distancing Mayor Steve Martin on COVID-19
French Hospital Accepting Donations of Personal Protective Equipment
SAN LUIS OBISPO — In response to an outpouring of generosity from the community, on Friday, Mar. 20, French Hospital Medical Center Foundation provided direction for those who wanted to provide medical donations to the nonprofit medical center in the face of the...
Supply Chains in Good Shape, No Hospitalizations
County discourages hoarding of supplies, downplays transmission concerns On Friday, San Luis Obispo County held the fourth of a series of daily updates on COVID-19 impact in the county. San Luis Obispo County Administrative Officer Wade Horton opened the conference to...
North County Food Banks See Increase in Demand for Food Assistance
NORTH COUNTY — Both the Atascadero and Paso Robles Loaves and Fishes food banks have seen an increase in the demand for food assistance in the North County and will continue operations during the coronavirus outbreak. “We serve a lot of the working poor, and we serve...
What Happens When A City Declares A State of Emergency?
NORTH COUNTY — On Tuesday, Mar. 17 the Paso Robles City Council unanimously voted to ratify a state of emergency declaration made by City Manager Tom Frutchey. In a joint public meeting with the City’s Disaster Council, all members voted to approve the resolution that...
Twin Cities Sets Up Screening Tent
Hospital takes steps to prevent coronavirus spread TEMPLETON — In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Tenet Health Central Coast established “screening tents” and Twin Cities Community Hospital. Individuals planning on going to the Emergency Room will be assessed...
California Under Stay-at-Home Order Until Further Notice
‘To protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish consistency across the state’ How long will we stay home? This goes into effect on Thursday, March 19, 2020. The order is in place until further notice. What can I do? What’s open?...
Is Your Business Ordered to Close for ‘Shelter’?
Here's the list from SLO County Businesses involved in the following industries are not exempt from the order to shelter-in-place and subject to a misdemeanor crime for violation. Amphitheaters, concert halls, performing arts centers Amusement arcadesArchery ranges,...
‘Children are not Getting This Disease’
13 cases now confirmed in SLO County • triple digits expected over coming weeks Briefing the public on the latest developments of COVID-19 in the San Luis Obispo County on Thursday, County Administrative Officer Wade Horton and County Health Officer Penny Borenstein...
SLO Sheriff App Updated to Include COVID-19 alerts
Today, Sheriff Parkinson announced a major upgrade to the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s App, offering broadcasts and rebroadcasts of Center for Disease Control (CDC) COVID-19 alerts. The app also has a direct link to ReadySLO.org for all the latest news,...
PRJUSD Begins Drive-Thru Meal Service
PASO ROBLES — Beginning Tuesday, Mar. 17, the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District will provide a free food drive-thru service for children during the school closure. PRJUSD requires children to be present to receive the meals provided. For any homeless and...
SLO County Shelter-at-Home Order Issued
Starting Thursday, March 19 at 5 p.m., county restricted to 'essential services' and limited outdoor activities Full text here En Español In partnership with all seven incorporated cities in San Luis Obispo County, County Emergency Services Director Wade Horton today...
County Suspends Evictions by Landlords
Order does not relieve a tenant from obligation to pay rent In partnership with all seven incorporated cities in San Luis Obispo County, (including: Cities of Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, El Paso de Robles, Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo),...
California Launches New Site for PSA and COVID-19 Awareness
Consumer-friendly website to be 'one-stop' shop for news and information for Californians California Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the launch of a new Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) public awareness campaign to provide useful information to Californians and...
Paso Robles Brinda Alternativas a los Servicios en Persona
Las oficinas de la ciudad cerrarán de inmediato en respuesta a las pautas de distancia social de COVID-19 En respuesta a las pautas de distanciamiento social COVID-19 proporcionadas por el Presidente de los Estados Unidos, el Gobernador del Estado de California y el...
Paso Robles Updates Alternatives to In-Person Services
City offices to close immediately in response to COVID-19 Social Distancing Guidelines In response to the COVID-19 social distancing guidelines provided by the President of the United States, Governor of the State of California and the County of San Luis Obispo...
Paso Robles City Council Ratifies State of Emergency
PASO ROBLES — On Tuesday, Mar. 17 the City of Paso Robles held a meeting via teleconference as it ratified a state of emergency for the City that was declared by City Manager Tom Frutchey on Mar. 18 in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Both the City Council and...
Borenstein and Horton Brief Public on Tuesday
The first of four daily briefings took place at the County Public Health Department office Funding available for small businessesCOVID-19 cases increased from 3 to 6Restaurant dining recommended to close until further noticeCounty needs reagent to continue local...
California State Parks Temporarily Closes Campgrounds
California State Parks announced today the temporary closure of all campgrounds in the state park system to support state and local efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). As of today, non-campground outdoor areas of parks, including trails and...
SLO Safe Ride Offering Transportation Assistance
Fleet and Driver Availability for Public and Private Use SLO Safe Ride is offering their full fleet and availability during this crisis period in order to supplement any need for transportation infrastructure during the Coronavirus Pandemic. While their vehicles and...
COVID-19 Count Rises to Six in SLO County
Three additional cases — two reported to be in North County and one on the coast — announced today The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department announced three additional cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) today. This brings the total number of confirmed...
Paso Robles Declares State of Local Emergency
Move activates Emergency Operations Center; allows for Federal reimbursement of COVID-19 related expenditures The Paso Robles Municipal Code Chapter 2.24 empowers the City Manager, acting as the Director of Emergency Services, to proclaim the existence or threatened...
Estrella Warbird Museum Temporarily Suspends Operations
PASO ROBLES — Out of concerns about the coronavirus, the Estrella Warbird Museum will be closed beginning today, Monday, March 16, until Sunday, March 29. The evolving state of the coronavirus will be continuously evaluated to determine when the museum can be safely...
Borenstein Urges Public to ‘Be Reasonable’, Alcohol Sales Prohibited
St. Patrick's Day postponed due to temporary alcohol sales prohibition In San Luis Obispo establishments will be prohibited from serving alcoholic beverages over the St. Patrick's Day holiday period. Beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, March 16 through 12:01 p.m. on...
Third Case of COVID-19 is Household Member of South County Case
Executive order follows confirmation of third local case and Governor’s direction on social distancing The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department reports today that a third individual in San Luis Obispo County has tested positive for novel coronavirus...
Governor Newsom Press Conference from Sunday
Governor of California Gavin Newsom answers some questions and gives info in press conference on Sunday, March 15. Among the takeaways: All “non-essential” businesses to be closed in the state.Called for the home isolation of seniors, as well as those with chronic...
A las personas mayores se les aconseja quedarse en casa; Bares y Viñedos Deben de Cerrar • COVID-19
El gobernador Gavin Newsom emitió nuevas pautas hoy que requieren cambios de muchos en la comunidad. El Gobernador aconsejó a todas las personas mayores de 65 años, y a las personas con afecciones de salud subyacentes, que permanezcan en sus hogares de forma aislada....
City of Paso Robles Urges Compliance with New Guidelines
Restaurants advised to limit occupancy by as much as 50 percent for social distancing Governor Gavin Newsom issued a new set of guidelines today that will require changes from many in the community. The Governor advised all seniors age 65 and older, and individuals...
Second Case of COVID-19 Coronavirus in SLO County Confirmed
Coronavirus patient is a South SLO County resident under the age of 60 The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department reports today that another individual in San Luis Obispo County tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This is the second...
State Suspends Hearst Castle Tours
Visitor center, food service and gift shop, remains open seven days a week In an effort to protect public health and the safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff as the state responds to the continuing outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), effective Monday,...
North County Sees First Case of COVID-19
After two days of intense preparation against the spread of the novel coronavirus, including closures and cancellations, the disease arrived The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department announced today that an individual in San Luis Obispo County tested...
Paso Robles Press Seeks Community Members with Family Abroad
COVID-19 challenges the local community and global community alike This is a trying time for our community, and we are working to connect as many people in need to the available resources as possible. This is yet another opportunity for our community to bond and...
Central Coast Craft Beer Fest Postponed
Central Coast Brewers Guild moved event from Saturday, March 28 to Saturday, June 20 The 2020 Central Coast Craft Beer Festival has been postponed to Saturday, June 20th from its original date of Saturday, March 28th. In light of the State’s recommendations to cancel...
Changes to City of Paso Robles Programs in Response to Coronavirus-19
To ensure the health and safety of our community members, the City of Paso Robles is examining its programs and services. All essential services are being continued, and all facilities other than the Senior Center are remaining open, with regular hours being...
Paso Robles Children’s Museum Closes Temporarily
Closure takes affect Monday, March 16 until further notice In response to the latest guidelines and information from the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education, we have decided to close the Paso Robles Children’s Museum in tandem with our local schools and the SLO...
Cuesta College Classes Suspended
Classes are suspended, and will not meet, Monday, Mar. 16 through Wednesday, Mar. 18 In alignment with the effort of Cal Poly and San Luis Obispo County Schools to reduce the spread of coronavirus, Cuesta College will move to online course delivery beginning Mar. 19....
Templeton School Board Votes to Close Schools at Emergency Meeting
TEMPLETON — At an emergency meeting Friday afternoon, the Templeton Unified School District board of trustees voted to close all Templeton schools as a precaution against the novel coronavirus COVID-19. "The pace of the evolution of this phenomenon is incredible,"...
SLO County Announces Current School Closures
COVID-19 has caused anxiety in our schools and community. While local health officials have yet to confirm any local cases, we do not know how this will ultimately impact our county. Simply put, we are in uncharted waters, and the time has come to hit the pause button...
San Luis Obispo County Declares State of Emergency over COVID-19
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Health officials announced Friday that a state of emergency has been declared locally over the global COVID-19 pandemic in anticipation of the disease reaching San Luis Obispo County. “This is so that we can respond as quickly and...
County Leaders to Make Public Health Announcement
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department will host a brief news conference today to make a public health announcement regarding COVID-19 and answer questions from the press. What: Public health announcement regarding COVID-19;...
Hospice SLO Bingo Bonanza Postponed
Bingo Bonanza takes place Saturday, July 18, 2020 at SLO Vets Hall As you are likely aware, “social distancing” is a major precaution we’ve been asked to take in order to help protect our community from coronavirus (COVID-19)—and to especially help protect those who...
Honor Flight of the Central Coast Postpones April Tour
Concern for older vets’ health prompts national organization to advise trip suspensions An upcoming “Tour of Honor” trip slated to take 22 local veterans to Washington DC in April has been postponed at the urging of the national Honor Flight organization. ...
Peoples’ Self-Help 2020 Builder Games Postponed
From Peoples' Self-Help Housing: It is with our deepest concerns for health and safety, that we have decided to postpone the 2020 Builder Games event (originally scheduled for May 9) due to the rapidly evolving concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time...
Cuesta College Cancels the Following Events
Non-essential large events and gatherings at Cuesta College postponed or cancelled At the direction of the California Governor’s Office, all non-essential large events and gatherings held at Cuesta College through Apr. 12 are postponed or cancelled as a preventative...
North County Athletic Programs Taking Precautions Against COVID-19
Athletic directors announce the cancellation of large sporting events THE NORTH COUNTY — This morning at 9:10 a.m. the CIF State governing body announced that all CIF State Championship Basketball games would be canceled due to growing concerns regarding COVID-19...
SLO Film Fest Canceled as a Precaution Against COVID-19
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — SLO Film Fest representatives announced today that, at the request of the county health department, the five-day event has been cancelled. Film festival organizers issued the following statement regarding the announcement: “We will begin the...
Cal Poly Athletics Events Suspended Indefinitely
SAN LUIS OBISPO — The Big West Conference announced on Thursday that all athletic events involving its nine member schools have been suspended indefinitely, effective immediately. The suspension, which includes conference and non-conference events, begins with...
Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance Cancels Two Zin Events
Due to the imminent community spread of COVID-19, local events are caught in the crossfire Another event has become the victim of coronavirus spread and scare. This is a community issue we all have to face together as local businesses in cities and in the state are...
Spartan Obstacle Course Cancelled at Recommendation of County Health Officer
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — County of San Luis Obispo Health Officer Dr. Penny Borenstein has advised the Spartan organization to postpone the Spartan obstacle course and trail running events scheduled for March 13-15 in Santa Margarita. As a result, event organizers...
Day 2 Update: Pacific Grove Steps Up to Assist Grand Princess Cruise Passengers
As the U.S. reels with questions on how to deal with the spread of COVID-19, Monterey County extends itself in service Day 2 Update: OAKLAND - The United States Department of Health and Human Services and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services provided...
Diablo Canyon Engagement Panel to be Online Only
COVID-19 forces Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel to hold meeting electronically Due to the current COVID-19/coronavirus situation and acting upon guidance from the County of San Luis Obispo, the Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel will conduct...
County Health Director Provides Update on Novel Coronavirus COVID-19
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Public Health Director Penny Borenstein provided the San Luis Obispo County Health Commission with an update on the novel coronavirus COVID-19 during a meeting Monday evening Borenstein said that the County Health Department is getting ready...
County Recommends Action to Limit Exposure to COVID-19
4-page media release by Public Health Department urges planning, preparation, and precautions — including 'social distancing' While there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in San Luis Obispo County, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department...
Public Health Department Answers Coronavirus Questions
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Seeking to answer pertinent questions and dispel misinformation surrounding the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, the Paso Robles Press asked the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department several questions: PASO ROBLES PRESS: I understand...
LLS Firefighter Stairclimb Postponed Due to CoronaVirus
Templeton Fire Department Plans Interim Event TEMPLETON — The Templeton Fire Stairclimb Team will not be traveling to Seattle this weekend to participate in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Firefighter Stairclimb as planned. The LLS Firefighter Stairclimb has been...
Local Teacher Shares Her Discussions on Coronavirus
Stormy Capalare speaks to concerns, fears, uncertainty, and lack of knowledge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrJd4JKHm7o Students are having conversations about the Coronavirus filled with fear, uncertainty, and lack of knowledge. They overhear adults talking, the...
SLO County Health Dept Confirms Negative COVID-19 Test
Most tests in US are negative; health officials continue diligently screening and testing when appropriate Late this afternoon, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department received laboratory test results confirming a local resident does not have COVID-19,...
County Public Health Department Confirms Local Patient Being Tested for ‘Coronavirus’ COVID-19
SAN LUIS OBISPO — Late Thursday afternoon on Mar. 5, the San Luis Obispo County Public County Health Department confirmed that it is testing a patient for the first suspected local case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). According to officials, laboratory test...
SLO County Patient Tested for COVID-19
‘Suspicion of illness remains low’ according to health officer Dr. Penny Borenstein The San Luis Obispo Tribune reported Thursday afternoon that the San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department has confirmed that it is screening a patient for COVID-19, popularly...
California Declares State of Emergency
State takes action to battle coronavirus spread SACRAMENTO – On Mar. 4, California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in response to the rising number of positive California cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and in the wake of the first...
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) SLO County Public Health Update
The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department updates residents about coronavirus, also known as COVID-19 The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is updating residents about coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. The most current information...
SLO Schools Superintendent Speaks About Coronavirus
San Luis Obispo County Superintendent of Schools James J. Brescia speaks to the local public about the coronavirus. "All of the schools within our county are working with the county health department to obtain the most current information to keep our students,...
Currently No Preparations for Coronavirus at Camp Roberts
Passengers who test positive for COVID-19 but no longer require hospitalization will not be sent to Camp Roberts The novel coronavirus has been so far contained among the American population, but that is no consolation for the 40-plus that remain on the Diamond...
Coronavirus Cause for Public Health Emergency
11 confirmed cases of the virus in the United States includes six in California Concerns grow as coronavirus spreads, as U.S. declares a public health emergency in response to the national health scare. People around California have been given cause for alarm as six...
