Santa Maria
Driver arrested after high-speed chase
A suspected street racer was arrested early Thursday after leading Santa Maria police on a high-speed chase.
David Daniel Franco, 24, of Diamond Bar, was arrested on suspicion of felony reckless evasion of a peace officer and misdemeanor engagement in a speed contest, Santa Maria Police said. He was booked into the Santa Barbara County Jail.
Franco is believed to be the driver of one of two vehicles engaged in a race in the 1200 block of West Main Street around 12:33 a.m., said Sgt. Mark Norling.
When police tried to stop both vehicles, the vehicle driven by Franco fled the scene and led officers in a high-speed pursuit, Norling said.
Franco was found in the east alley of the 1000 block of South Russell Avenue and was arrested, he said. The other vehicle got away, said Lt. Craig Ritz.
Santa Maria
Chenoweth blood drive set for today
A blood drive is being held today in honor of Scott Chenoweth, an 18-year-old Santa Maria man who suffers from acute lymphocytic leukemia.
The blood drive will run from 2 to 6 p.m. today at Columbia Children's Center, 840 E. Stowell Road.
Friends of Chenoweth are asking those who cannot attend the blood drive today to donate blood this week or next in his name at the nearest United Blood Services center. Appointments can be made in Santa Maria by calling 928-2546.
Buellton
Holiday Auction to be held Saturday
The North County Rape Crisis and Child Protection Center plans to hold its Annual Holiday Auction on Saturday. The event, which raises money and awareness about sexual assault within the community, is in its 10th year.
This year's event, which will take place at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott in Buellton, will include a silent auction featuring goods and services donated by community members and a sit-down dinner prepared by Marriott staff. There will also be a live auction featuring travel packages, train rides and artwork by local artists.
Anyone interested in donating merchandise, services or time, or who would like to attend the event should call Arleen Lewis, Special Events Coordinator at 736-8535.
Arroyo Grande
Christmas fundraiser to benefit Boy Scouts
The 27th annual Country Christmas Boutique and Fundraiser for Boy Scout Troop 72 is set to be held today and Saturday.
The event will run from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Community Center at 211 Vernon St. in Arroyo Grande.
Santa Maria
‘Toys for Tots' bike run Saturday
The Marine Corps Reserve plan to hold its third annual Santa Maria Valley “Toys for Tots” Run Saturday. The motorcycle run will start at The Maverick Saloon and Grill at 10 a.m. and will end at the Maverick. All motorcycles are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a new, un-wrapped toy for the children of Santa Maria and Guadalupe.
A chicken barbecue meal will be served at noon.
Santa Maria
Time running out for home raffle
There are only a couple days left to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a home and help out the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Maria.
Tickets are $150, with all proceeds going to the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Maria Foundation, and officials are now selling four tickets for the price of three.
The deadline to enter the raffle is Saturday. Tickets can be purchased at the raffle booth at the Santa Maria Town Center or by calling 928-5213.
Grover Beach
Man arrested for computer theft
A Grover Beach man and former employee of a drywall store was arrested Thursday after confessing to stealing a computer from the business, police said.
Grover Beach Police said that Steven Anderson, 21, confessed to taking a computer from Graham's Drywall, 1092 Huston St., sometime Thursday.
The owner told police that when he entered the business, he discovered someone had gained entry by breaking through a wall from an adjoining room, according to Lt. Jim English, and suspected Anderson was the culprit.
Police went to Anderson's residence, where he allegedly confessed to taking the computer, which was later returned to the business, English said.
Anderson was booked into the San Luis Obispo County Jail.
- From staff reports
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