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Aug 30, 2024 | 
msn.com | Haley Ellis
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Jun 14, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Emily Tobiason |Haley Ellis
Nestled in a neighborhood by the San Luis Obispo railroad is Jan’s Place, a small vinyl bar serving local beer, wine, cider and fresh beats. Its walls are dazzled with strategically placed acoustic soundproofing, a turntable, seating for 20 and an impressive array of records spanning all sorts of genres. Jan’s Place is “a space where the acoustics are so good that you can sit and listen to music and have a conversation, both at normal volumes,” its website says. “Cozy, not loud.
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Jun 13, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Haley Ellis
If you felt sick, where would you go? The most obvious answer may be the doctor, which is why Riana Martinez, the creator and owner of Atascadero’s the Green Omen Apothecary was surprised when a woman came into her shop after leaving the urgent care next door. Unlike traditional biomedical centers loaded with prescriptions, Martinez’s shop is doused with personal care items, herbal teas, elixirs, metaphysical items and crystals.
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Jun 12, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Emily Tobiason |Haley Ellis
Taylor Swift is a household name who has been drawing people in with her multi-genre music, relatable lyrics and staggering shows since 2006. Swift performed over 100 shows throughout her acclaimed Era’s Tour, with a setlist spanning 17 years and 10 albums worth of music. Filmed during her tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, her 2023 movie, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” showcased the spectacle that drew thousands of fans to every show.
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Jun 5, 2024 | 
thestreet.com | Haley Ellis |Robert Powell
Credit cards often get a bad rap because of their high interest rates; however, overlooking them means missing out on several valuable benefits. For those who are responsible with their finances, meaning they avoid high-interest debt, follow a budget and live within their means, credit cards are a crucial part of personal finance that should not be skipped. When used effectively, they can provide more opportunities for financial freedom and success.
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Apr 25, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Amelia Nored |Haley Ellis
Midway through spring quarter every year, Cal Poly architecture freshmen and guests hike Poly Canyon Road with the materials necessary to create livable structures that they can inhabit for 48 hours out in Architecture Graveyard. This is part of the annual design competition called Design Village and is the biggest project of the year for many students. Along with the tiny, temporary city that students construct, there is food, music, games and more.
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Apr 2, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Emily Tobiason |Haley Ellis
Green grass and swarms of vibrant blossoms parade San Luis Obispo in the springtime. With new life bursting at the seams in the form of orange poppies, babbling brooks and sunlight peeking through rainless clouds, it can be a beautiful time to add new mindful rituals into one’s spiritual and yoga practice. Chloe Jones is a 26-year-old yoga teacher who moved to San Luis Obispo two years ago as a reporter for the San Luis Obispo Tribune.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Fiona Hastings |Haley Ellis |Emily Tobiason
About 20 minutes driving on the 101 North from San Luis Obispo lies Traffic Records. It’s in the heart of Downtown Atascadero, a record store encapsulating all things music culture. There is a plethora of physical media ranging from CDs, cassettes and new and used vinyl records. Opened in 2018, Traffic Records is owned by Manuel Barba. Originally from Los Angeles, Barba is a mobile and radio DJ with an extensive background in event and concert coordination, according to the store’s website.
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Feb 13, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Amelia Nored |Haley Ellis
Emerging international artist Da’wan Gold doesn’t know exactly what first sparked his interest in music, as he was constantly surrounded by different creative influences in his childhood. His passion began when he was young, growing up with his mom playing old Betty White records as he wrote poetry to pass the time living on a rural farm in Georgia. He would write, go to school, come home and write more.
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Jan 1, 2024 | 
kcpr.org | Emily Tobiason |Haley Ellis
In a traditional tarot deck, each of the 78 cards carries unique symbols and stories. With countless ways to interpret them, the possibilities of finding meaning through tarot and oracle cards are limitless. Tarot was originally invented in the 15th century. In modern society, people use tarot and other forms of divination to gain personal insights and help make choices aligning with their values. Other forms of divination include palmistry, astrology and spell-making.
