AVILA BEACH, Calif., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boasting a first-rate rare wine and art auction, the appearance of several celebrity chefs, and the participation of today's most sought-after international vintners, sommeliers, wine educators, artists and musicians, the Central Coast Wine Classic prepares to present its 27th annual event Thursday, July 7, through Sunday, July 10, at various locations across California's scenic Central Coast.

By Zach Fox, North County Times, Escondido, Calif. Apr. 28--Businesses in Avila Beach, about 11 miles southwest of San Luis Obispo, struggled intermittently for years after a great white shark killed a swimmer in 2003.

By David Sneed, The Tribune, San Luis Obispo, Calif. Jul. 12--Members of the public explicitly told the state Coastal Commission on Wednesday that they want more access to land north and south of Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant.

By Sona Patel, The Tribune, San Luis Obispo, Calif. Jul. 2--A weekend shark sighting was the last thing on the minds of some Pismo Beach business owners Sunday as they prepared for an influx of Fourth of July visitors.

By David Sneed, The Tribune, San Luis Obispo, Calif. Jul. 2--Hikers will have a lucky Friday the 13th this month, when Pacific Gas and Electric Co. opens the first segment of a new hiking trail into Diablo Canyon lands adjacent to Montana de Oro State Park.